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This risk assessment will help you unveil the mysteries within your AD environment, guiding you through the essential elements that define a robust defense.
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Question 1 / 10
What is the primary objective of performing risk assessments of an organization's directory service?
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A To generate user activity reports
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B To assess the risk posture of the directory environment
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C To achieve compliance with the GDPR and PCI DSS
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D To streamline the process of security misconfigurations
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Correct answer: B
A risk assessment aims to evaluate the overall risk posture of the directory environment by identifying potential risk indicators and suggesting remediation measures.
Question 2 / 10
When does the need for a risk assessment of AD arise?
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A When there is an audit
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B When there is a security breach
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C When there is a lack of visibility into security gaps
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D When you want to improve incident management
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Correct answer: C
A lack of visibility into security gaps may lead to unidentified risks, making it crucial for organizations to assess and understand their AD threat landscape comprehensively. Conducting a risk assessment allows organizations to proactively address security issues before they escalate.
Question 3 / 10
Which of the following is generally not considered a common risk indicator in a directory environment?
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A Inactive users
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B Privileged computers
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C Empty groups
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D Unlinked GPOs
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Correct answer: B
Privileged computers are not commonly mentioned as a standard risk indicator in a directory environment. Instead, the focus is usually on risks related to users, group memberships, permissions, and configurations that might expose the directory to security threats.
Question 4 / 10
Every risk has a 100% likelihood of happening. True or false?
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A True
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B False
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Correct answer: B
The likelihood of occurrence is not universal for all risks; it varies based on factors such as preventive measures and external influences. Not every risk is guaranteed to occur, and the likelihood can differ significantly.
Question 5 / 10
Of the following, which is a critical severity in the context of AD security?
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A Inactive users
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B Members of privileged groups
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C Disabled users
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D Users with the "Password not required" option enabled
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Correct answer: D
User accounts with no password requirement can be easily compromised by attackers, allowing access to critical resources and data. They also result in noncompliance and legal consequences. Risk assessments play a crucial role in identifying and addressing such vulnerabilities.
Question 6 / 10
NIST SP 800-30 provides guidelines for conducting risk assessments of federal information systems and organizations. True or false?
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A True
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B False
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Correct answer: A
NIST SP 800-30: Guide for Conducting Risk Assessments provides an overview of how risk management fits into the system development life cycle and describes how to conduct risk assessments and mitigate risks.
Question 7 / 10
What is a common security concern related to user accounts in AD environments that directly impacts risk assessments?
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A A lack of multi-factor authentication
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B Unauthorized access
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C Inactive user accounts
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D Inadequate firewall protection
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Correct answer: C
Inactive user accounts, such as those with low activity or no recent logins, pose a security concern in AD environments. Identifying and addressing such a vulnerability is crucial for maintaining a secure environment, emphasizing the importance of risk assessments.
Question 8 / 10
In the screenshot below, can you guess how the weight is assigned to a particular risk indicator?
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A Based on the impact of the risk
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B Based on the severity of the risk
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C Both A and B
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D Based on the risk exposure
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Correct answer: C
Each risk indicator is assigned a weight based on its impact and severity. The weight scale ranges from 1 to 10.
Question 9 / 10
Can you guess how the risk score in the Identity Risk Assessment report below is determined?
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A Based on the number of security policies in place
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B Based on the severity of the identified risk indicators
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C Based on compliance with IT regulations
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D Based solely on the organization's overall AD health
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Correct answer: B
The severity takes into account the potential impacts and consequences associated with each risk, providing a weighted assessment. This approach allows organizations to prioritize and address high-severity risks that pose a more significant threat to the security and integrity of the AD environment.
Question 10 / 10
What are the benefits of performing risk assessments?
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A Foreseeing AD-related attacks and mitigating them
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B Improving incident management
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C Achieving compliance
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D Strengthening your risk posture
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E All of the above
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Correct answer: B
ADManager Plus' risk assessment helps you do all these and more for free. Foresee and mitigate AD-related attacks, ensure compliance with industry standards, elevate your incident management capabilities, strengthen your overall risk posture, and gain invaluable insights for proactive cybersecurity measures.
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