Describe a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack.

Q: Which of the following is NOT a control implication of distributed data processing? a. redundancy b.…

A: Distributed data processing is a computer network system in which different computers across the…

Q: What is the purpose of installing firewalls on bridges, routers, and gateways? O Detecting…

A: Solution: Firewalls provide protection against hacking by protecting your computer or network from…

Q: Which of the following statements about the client-server model is correct?a. It is best suited to…

A: Accounting Information system is a set of components used for gathering, making, storing, preparing,…

Q: What is the purpose of Access Security Software?

A: Introduction: Access security is a procedure that is implemented into the information technology…

Q: Explain how a Trojan horse may be used to penetrate a system.

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Q: The most significant control challenges in end-user computer settings are as follows:

A: Introduction: The following are the most significant control challenges that arise in end-user…

Q: What is (are) the purpose(s) of maintaining a valid vendor file?

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Q: How audit programs that need to be made to detect vulnerabilities in the firewall?

A: Auditing for security is very important and requires frequent and strict auditing that covers…

Q: What control procedures can be used to achieve control over computer operations in an…

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Q: Categorize each of the following as either an equipment failure control or an unauthorized access…

A: Access Control: Access control is one of the main security components present in an operating…

Q: Distinguish between a database lockout and a deadlock.

A: Definition: Database: The database is a collection of the data that is stored and accessed in…

Q: What are the four techniques that a virus could use to infect a system?

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Q: A ping signal is used to initiate a. URL masquerading. b. digital signature forging. c. Internet…

A: Ping Signal:   The ping is a maintenance tool of internet. This tool is used to check for the…

Q: risk management ideas, common reaction strategies, and IT system recovery issues

A: Some of the important risk management ideas are listed below: Keep an eye on changes in your…

Q: In the absence of protocols, networks would be unusable. Describe the significance of these…

A: Answer: Concept: Network can be defined as the connection of devices sharing data provided under…

Q: Define check tampering.

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Q: A DDos attacka. is more intensive than a Dos attack because it emanates from single source.b. may…

A: DDoS Attack:  Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack is an attempt where the victims are…

Q: What are some suggestions for risk management, typical response tactics, and IT system recovery…

A: Risk management:  A system of people, processes, and technology called risk management helps a…

Q: What are the strengths and weaknesses of a batch system with direct access files?

A: Accounting Information System: AIS collects, records, stores and processes accounting and other data…

Q: What is the client-server model?

A: Client Server model: A client-server model can be defined as the architecture of distributed…

Q: Briefly describe record counts, batch totals, and hash totals. What types of errors in input…

A: Input controls: It is created to provide reasonable guarantee of received data for processing by the…

Q: Is access control of greater concern in the flat-file or database file environment?

A: Access Control: Access control can be defined as a process which is incorporated into the IT…

Q: Which of the following statements is correct? a. TCP/IP is the basic protocol that permits…

A: Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP):  Transfer control protocol/intenet protocol is…

Q: Encryption a. avoids the need for separation of duties. b. creates firewalls to protect data. c.…

A: Encryption:   Encryption is a process of dividing the message into several blocks of information for…

Q: Which of the following is NOT a data communications control objective?a. maintaining the critical…

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Q: When an ERP implementation fails, who is to blame? Is it the software manufacturer, the client firm,…

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Q: Explain the GPC backup technique. Is it used for sequential files or direct access techniques?…

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Q: Explain with an example why any computer-based application control cannot function on its own and…

A: Controls are put in place in order to check, detect and control the given situation and to record…

Q: A program that attaches to another legitimate program but does NOT replicate itself is called a a.…

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Q: ) skimming P) pretexting c) phishing d) fraud

A: There are many methods of doing crimes related to the money and finance and these are increasing day…

Q: What controls should be employed to avoid breaches into an accountijg information system.

A: An Accounting Information System (AIS) is a system which the businesses are using to recognize,…

Q: Hackers can disguise their message packets to look as if they came from an authorized user and gain…

A: The right answer is option a . spoofing.