Cybersecurity Quiz to test your knowledge

The best way to learn and truly retain information over time is to test yourself regularly. Quizzing not only reinforces what you’ve learned, but also helps identify gaps in your knowledge.

Take the quiz below to assess your readiness for your next cybersecurity certification exam, job interview, internal training, or simply to stay sharp in an ever-evolving field. Whether you’re studying for a CompTIA, CISSP, CCSP or just brushing up on core concepts, this quiz will give you a quick snapshot of where you stand.

Cybersecurity Quiz

Are you preparing for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) exam? Test your knowledge with this 22-question quiz covering key domains:

1. Security and Risk Management
2. Asset Security
3. Security Architecture and Engineering
4. Communication and Network Security
5. Identity and Access Management (IAM)
6. Security Assessment and Testing
7. Security Operations
8. Software Development Security

1 / 22

Which of the following is the primary goal of information security governance?

To ensure that security policies are consistently applied

To protect assets from unauthorized access

To ensure that security controls meet regulatory compliance

To ensure that business objectives are aligned with information security strategies

2 / 22

What does the concept of “least privilege” mean in software development?

Only the most trusted users should be granted administrative access

Users should only be given access to the resources necessary for their tasks

Security controls should be implemented as last resorts

Software should only allow users to read, not write, data

3 / 22

Which of the following is an example of a secure coding practice?

Using hardcoded passwords in source code

Ensuring proper input validation to prevent injection attacks

Ignoring boundary checking on user input

Disabling logging on production servers

4 / 22

What is the primary goal of Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)?

To ensure that software meets functional requirements

To minimize security risks throughout the development process

To guarantee that software is free from bugs

To provide a framework for managing software updates

5 / 22

What does SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) primarily help with?

Detecting unauthorized access in real-time

Encrypting sensitive network traffic

Providing secure remote access to employees

Enforcing policies for data retention

6 / 22

What is the purpose of patch management in security operations?

To identify vulnerabilities that require remediation

To provide real-time monitoring of system performance

To ensure that all users have updated antivirus software

To establish network traffic monitoring tools

7 / 22

What is the first step in an incident response process?

Containment

Eradication

Identification

Recovery

8 / 22

What is the main purpose of a vulnerability assessment?

To identify and mitigate known vulnerabilities in systems

To test the effectiveness of security policies

To measure the response time of security controls

To ensure the organization complies with regulations

9 / 22

Which of the following is a method for testing the security of a system without prior knowledge of its design?

White-box testing

Black-box testing

Static analysis

Dynamic analysis

10 / 22

What is the primary purpose of a single sign-on (SSO) system?

To ensure users are only authenticated once to access multiple systems

To provide a layered defense mechanism for authentication

To allow users to access only specific network resources

To protect against brute force password attacks

11 / 22

Which access control model is based on the classification of data and the security clearances of users?

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Discretionary Access Control (DAC)

Mandatory Access Control (MAC)

Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)

12 / 22

Which of the following is an example of multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

A password combined with a username

A password and a security token

A smartcard and a PIN

A password and a biometric scan

13 / 22

What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

To ensure data encryption in a trusted network

To prevent unauthorized access to networked devices

To securely extend a private network over the internet

To block access to specific IP addresses

14 / 22

What is the primary function of a firewall?

To block all inbound and outbound network traffic

To control and monitor the flow of network traffic between trusted and untrusted zones

To ensure end-to-end encryption for all communications

To authenticate users based on their IP addresses

15 / 22

Which of the following protocols is most commonly used to secure email communications?

HTTPS

SSH

S/MIME

IPsec

16 / 22

What is the primary purpose of a demilitarized zone (DMZ) in network security?

To separate sensitive data from internal networks

To provide an additional layer of security for web servers and email gateways

To ensure compliance with network security policies

To segregate traffic based on user roles

17 / 22

What does PKI (Public Key Infrastructure) primarily rely on for encryption?

Symmetric encryption algorithms

Asymmetric encryption algorithms

Data masking techniques

Secure hashing algorithms

18 / 22

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of secure design?

Defense in depth

Least privilege

Dual control

Segregation of duties

19 / 22

In the context of asset security, what is the primary purpose of a data retention policy?

To specify how long sensitive data can be accessed by unauthorized individuals

To ensure that data is retained for a minimum period of time as mandated by law

To ensure that data is regularly backed up and stored securely

To define the conditions under which data should be destroyed

20 / 22

Which of the following best describes the purpose of data classification?

To assign responsibility for data protection to specific users

To categorize data according to its sensitivity and criticality

To encrypt sensitive data before transmission

To monitor data access patterns in real-time

21 / 22

Which of the following is a key requirement for maintaining the confidentiality of information under GDPR?

Data encryption at rest and in transit

Providing user access controls to critical systems

Implementing multi-factor authentication

Ensuring secure data disposal after use

22 / 22

What is the purpose of risk management in an organization?

To identify and mitigate all potential security threats

To prioritize risks based on their likelihood and impact

To ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

To develop security policies for all departments

Your score is

The average score is 59%

4 responses to “Cybersecurity Quiz to test your knowledge”

FOSSOUO XAVIER

April 19, 2025

Great quiz ! Thanks for sharing.

1. Ravis001
  
  April 20, 2025
  
  Thanks a lot! Glad you liked it!
  
Mudabir hussain Chandio

June 8, 2025

my score is 40% But next time I will score 100 %. Great quiz.
Thanks for sharing.

1. Ravis001
  
  June 20, 2025
  
  Good luck Mudabir. I will release a new quiz soon. Thanks for taking time to test.

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Cybersecurity Quiz to test your knowledge

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