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Cyber Security Assessment Test

This Cyber Security test evaluates candidates' proficiency in programming, debugging, and Python, essential for IT security roles. It helps identify individuals with a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and the ability to apply them effectively.

Proficiency Level
Beginner-Expert
Experience
0-8 years
Duration
60 mins
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Use Case

  • Evaluates proficiency in Python for string manipulation and debugging.
  • Assesses understanding of various cybersecurity protocols and techniques.
  • Measures capability in applying security standards to protect web services.
  • Identifies top candidates with deep knowledge of threat assessment and mitigation.

Skills Covered

Python
Programming (Debugging)
Cybersecurity
Verified
L2
IT-Testing & QA
MCQs(Single Correct)
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About

Cyber Security Assessment Test

This Cyber Security test is designed to assess the foundational skills necessary for IT security roles, focusing on programming, debugging, and Python. It evaluates candidates' ability to identify and resolve security vulnerabilities, ensuring they possess the essential knowledge to protect digital assets. The test is structured to challenge individuals on their understanding of cybersecurity principles and their practical application in real-world scenarios. By measuring these competencies, employers can identify candidates who are well-equipped to handle the demands of entry-level to intermediate IT security positions.

Target Audience

This assessment is ideal for roles such as IT Security Analyst, Junior Cybersecurity Specialist, and Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst.

Prerequisites
  • Basic understanding of programming concepts
  • Familiarity with Python programming language
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Ability to debug and troubleshoot code
  • Understanding of network security principles
  • Awareness of common security threats and vulnerabilities
  • Capability to apply security measures in software development
Test Overview
Duration
60 mins
Questions
12
Passing Score
70%

Questions

Strong password checker
L0
L0
Logic
Strings
What this question evaluates
This question evaluates the candidate's proficiency in string manipulation and pattern matching in Python. It tests their understanding of basic password validation requirements, including length, character types, and restrictions. The candidate must be able to write a function that takes a string as input and checks if it meets the given criteria.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Easy
Time:
10 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Fix the code to determine if a given string is a valid credit card number
Logic
Logic
Maths
Programming
What this question evaluates
This question tests the candidate's ability to debug and fix a function related to string manipulation and mathematical operations. It assesses knowledge of the Luhn algorithm, which is used to validate credit card numbers. The candidate should be able to identify the bug in the provided code and correct it to determine if a given string is a valid credit card number.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Hard
Time:
15 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Using the SPF email security protocol
Email Headers Analysis
Email Headers Analysis
Email Security
Interpretation of SPF Check Statuses
Sender Policy Framework (SPF)
Troubleshooting Security Protocols
What this question evaluates
This question evaluates the candidate's understanding of email security using the Sender Policy Framework (SPF). Specifically, it assesses the ability to interpret SPF check statuses when analyzing email headers.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Cyber Security Parameters
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
Cybersecurity event
Data Analysis
Event Investigation
Information Filtering
What this question evaluates
This question is probing the candidate's knowledge of cyber security investigation, with a particular emphasis on discerning relevant information parameters.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Implement Web service security standards
OAuth
OAuth
SAML
TLS
Understanding of web service architectures
WS-Security
What this question evaluates
This question assesses the candidate's understanding of standard security protocols used for protecting sensitivity data in web services.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Choosing the appropriate penetration test
Network Security
Network Security
Penetration Testing
Risk Identification
System Vulnerability Assessment
Virtual Infrastructure Management
What this question evaluates
The question assesses the candidate's ability to determine appropriate penetration tests for identifying risks in a public web server's virtual environment.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Assessing System Attack
Malware Analysis
Malware Analysis
Mobile Device Security
Penetration Testing
Web Application Security
Wireless Technology Security
What this question evaluates
The question evaluates a candidate's knowledge of different types of system assessments that would be needed following a security breach, which includes escalating privileges and installing custom-crafted malware.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Using NMAP to perform reconnaissance
Backdoor Detection
Backdoor Detection
Exploitation Execution
IT - Vulnerability Management
Network Discovery
Understanding of NMAP
What this question evaluates
This question is evaluating the candidate's understanding of cybersecurity tools, specifically NMAP. It tests the candidate's knowledge about the scope and usage of these tools in a web vulnerability detection context.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Defence-in-depth strategy
Cyber Threats
Cyber Threats
Cybersecurity Principles
Defence Mechanisms
Security Controls
Security Policies
What this question evaluates
This question assesses the candidate's understanding of cyber security strategies, specifically the defense-in-depth approach.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Classifying an XSS vulnerability
Client Security
Client Security
Cross-Site Scripting
Mitigation Strategies
Server Security
Vulnerability Classification
What this question evaluates
This question tests the candidate's understanding of web security, specifically in the area of cross-site scripting vulnerabilities, as well as their ability to classify different types of XSS.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Performing black box penetration testing
Black box testing
Black box testing
IT - Vulnerability Management
Logical reasoning
Penetration testing
Security systems evaluation
What this question evaluates
This question tests a candidate's understanding of black box penetration testing and its results. The candidate is asked to draw valid conclusions from certain testing outcomes.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
1 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
Cryptographic Systems Vulnerabilities
Cryptography
Cryptography
Key Management in Cryptography
Randomness in Cryptography
Security Protocols
Security Vulnerability Analysis
What this question evaluates
This question tests the candidate's understanding and knowledge about the vulnerabilities that can affect cryptographic systems.
Type:
Programming
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
0.75 mins
Attempts:
100+
Success Rate:
70.01%
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Skills Performance
Score
Python
87%
Programming (Debugging)
80%
Cybersecurity
85%
Verified
82%
Areas of Improvement
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Verified
Practice
Programming (Debugging)
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