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Q: What's the job outlook like for Certified in Cybersecurity professionals?

I can’t promise you anything, but there is a huge demand for Cybersecurity certified professionals, there are currently 769,000 open Cybersecurity jobs in the US alone and we are seeing the same picture across the world. The average Cybersecurity Analyst salary in the US is over $99,000 per year.https://www.cyberseek.org/heatmap.htmlhttps://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Cyber-Security-Analyst-Salary

Q: Can I preview your Certified in Cybersecurity materials before I buy?

Yes, you can see examples of the videos, study guides, mnemonics, questions, glossary, flashcards, and the ThorBot (Chatbot), follow the link below.Preview our Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) materials >>

Q: How should I study for the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) exam?

You should be able to pass your CC exam just using my course, IF you use it right (how I teach you). This is the approach I use for all my studying and it seems to work for the majority of my students. Watch the entire course, take notes, use the study guide, and answer the chapter questions. Re-watch each video class at 1.5x – 2x speed, take notes. Do the full practice tests to find your weak areas, restudy those. Rewatch the videos as needed to fill knowledge gaps. Keep doing practice tests until you consistently hit 80%+ on all domains. You need to understand ALL the concepts, be able to explain them, and be able to logic your way through convoluted exam questions. You need to spend some time learning to deconstruct questions; what are they really asking here? Do not worry if you spend 2-3 minutes on a question to begin with, just learn to deconstruct the question. Deconstruct questions and answers:• Read the question; spot the keywords (PKI, Integrity, HIPAA) and indicators (FIRST, MOST, BEST), then deconstruct the question; what are they really asking here.• Once you have deconstructed the question, read the answer options.• Deconstruct the answer options too if needed. It is possible for questions have 2 distractors and 2 possible right answers. After each practice test, review the questions you got wrong, read the question explanation. Then re-study your notes, the study guides, and re-watch the video topics you answered wrong on the test. Re-study the topic until you understand WHY the right answer is the right answer, and why you answered it wrong.

Q: What is included in your courses?

All this is included in our courses:17.5 hours of Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) videos 1,700 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) practice questions (in 17 tests)60+ chapter Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) practice questionsA 2,500 word GlossaryThe CC ThorBot (Chatbot)2,500 Flashcards120+ pages Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) study guides – (for all 5 domains) A Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) study planSubtitles in English, Spanish (Latin America), Portuguese (Brazil), French, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Hindi200+ relevant study links

Q: Can I rewatch the videos and do the practice questions more than once?

Yes!You have unlimited access for either Lifetime or 12 months, you can watch the videos and answer the questions as many times as you want.

Q: What do I need to know about the exam format?

The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) exam is linear, meaning once you have answered a question, you can’t go back.You get 100 questions and you have 2 hours to answer them, meaning on average 72 seconds per question.

Q: What are the prerequisites for earning my Certified in Cybersecurity certification?

There are no prerequisites, the certification has no experience requirements.

Q: What are the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) domains?

There are 5 domains on the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) examDomain 1:Security Principles making up 26% of the exam questions.Domain 2: Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response Concepts – making up 10% of the exam questions.Domain 3: Access Controls Concepts – making up 22% of the exam questions.Domain 4: Network Security – making up 24% of the exam questions.Domain 5: Security Operations – making up 18% of the exam questions.The next exam update is expected in 2025, I always do in-place updates. Meaning if you have active access, you get the update for free.

Q: What are the renewal requirements for the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)?

Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) certification holders are required to earn 45 CPEs per 3-year cycle, pay a $50 Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) and adhere to ISC2’s Code of Ethics.ISC2 CPE FAQ: https://www.isc2.org/Insights/2024/05/Managing-Your-ISC2-CPE-Credits-and-ActivitiesISC2 CPE YouTube videos on how to submit CPEs:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZEQg62IaANAJwZQGat-AjihyrYmS8wEqYou can add CPEs here:https://cpe.isc2.org/s/

Question 1

What is the MOST secure way to store sensitive data?

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Encrypting the data and storing it on a single physical server

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Storing the data in plain text on a cloud-based server

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Encrypting the data and storing it on a cloud-based server

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Storing the data in plain text on a physical server

Question 2

What is the main goal of implementing a defense-in-depth strategy in information security?

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To prevent all external attacks

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To eliminate the need for security policies

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To provide multiple layers of security controls

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To reduce the cost of security measures

Question 3

Which type of control would best describe a security guard?

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Physical control

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Operational control

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Environmental control

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Technical control

Question 4

Which of the following is the MOST important factor in aligning a security function to a business strategy?

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Implementing technical controls

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Developing strong communication with business stakeholders

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Conducting regular security assessments

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Ensuring compliance with industry regulations

Question 5

How does a buffer overflow vulnerability occur?

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By writing more data to a buffer than it can hold, causing the excess data to overflow into adjacent memory locations.

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By using a malicious code to gain access to unauthorized information

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By exploiting a weakness in the encryption algorithm used by a website

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By sending a large amount of data to a server, overloading its memory and causing it to crash

Question 6

ThorTeaches.com's management team is concerned about the potential for cyber attacks on their systems and has asked for your expertise in implementing security measures. What is the main purpose of implementing security measures in an organization?

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To prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information and systems

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To reduce the risk of data breaches and cyber attacks

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To increase the efficiency of the organization's employees

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To make the organization's website look more professional and attractive

Question 7

What are the key differences between a botnet and a worm?

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A botnet is a network of infected computers that are controlled by a single attacker, while a worm is a self-replicating piece of malware that spreads through networks.

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A botnet is a type of malware that is used to launch spam campaigns, while a worm is a type of malware that is used to encrypt files and hold them for ransom.

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A botnet is a type of malware that is used to launch distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, while a worm is a type of malware that is used to steal sensitive data.

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A botnet is a type of malware that infects a single computer, while a worm is a type of malware that infects multiple computers.

Question 8

You are the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at a multinational company with offices spread across the globe. Your organization has just completed a substantial expansion, adding significant complexity to your IT infrastructure. You need to update your Business Continuity Plan (BCP) to take into account the added infrastructure and to further safeguard the organization from potential disaster scenarios. Considering the recent changes to your organization, what is the most effective first step in updating your BCP?

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Reassess your critical infrastructure protection plan based on the expanded infrastructure

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Perform a comprehensive Risk Assessment (RA) to identify and prioritize risks posed by the new infrastructure

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Strengthen your cyber incident response plan to combat an increased risk of cyber-attacks due to a larger attack surface

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Update your Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) to ensure continuity of day-to-day operations in case of a disaster

Question 9

Which of the following is the MOST important principle of layered security?

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Regularly testing and updating each layer

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Ensuring that all layers are equally secure

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Implementing the most expensive security solutions at each layer

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Implementing security measures in a hierarchical manner

Question 10

If we wanted to implement the CHEAPEST and the WEAKEST type of authentication, what would we implement?

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Biometric authentication

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Password-based authentication

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Token-based authentication

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One-time password

Question 11

In the context of cryptography, what is the main purpose of a hash function?

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To create a digital signature

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To generate a random number

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To encrypt data

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To create a unique representation of data

Question 12

To ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our backup tapes, where would it be appropriate to store them?

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In a secure, climate-controlled storage room in a commercial storage place

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In a secure, climate-controlled storage room within our office building

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In a fire-proof safe in the office manager's office

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In a secure, climate-controlled storage room at a tape storage vendor

Question 13

When we are talking about the governance part of our organization, who are we referring to?

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The employees

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The board of directors

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The CEO and other executives

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The shareholders

Question 14

What is the ULTIMATE goal of a risk assessment?

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To implement measures to prevent all potential cyber attacks

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To create a comprehensive report for management and stakeholders

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To prioritize and allocate resources to address the most significant risks

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To identify all possible vulnerabilities and threats in an organization's systems and networks

Question 15

What can we implement that could help DECREASE identity theft online?

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Encourage people to use the same password for multiple accounts

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Implement two-factor authentication

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Implement a single sign-on system

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Store sensitive information in plain text

Question 16

Which of the following would be the MOST effective way to ensure the security of sensitive data in a cloud environment?

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Implementing a zero-trust security model

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Establishing regular backups and data recovery processes

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Conducting regular penetration testing

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Implementing firewalls and intrusion detection systems

Question 17

What is the primary benefit of implementing a security awareness program in an organization?

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To ensure compliance with industry regulations

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To prevent employees from accidentally leaking sensitive information

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To increase employee productivity

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To improve the overall security posture of the organization

Question 18

Our senior management wants to collect more Personal Identifiable Information (PII) from our customers in order to be able to sell more products to them. Which of these should be the MOST important when we decide how much PII (Personally Identifiable Information) we collect?

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The convenience for the user

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The potential value of the data to malicious actors

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The laws and regulations that apply to the data

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The amount of data we need for our project

Question 19

What is a commonly used method for assessing the potential consequences of a disruption to an organization's operations and resources?

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Risk management

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Business impact analysis

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Risk assessment

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Threat analysis

Question 20

When we are talking about the different states of data, where would we have data in use?

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In a data transmission

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In a data storage device

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In a database server

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In a computer memory

Question 21

What is the LEAST common vulnerability of IoT (Internet of Things) devices?

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Lack of physical security

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Inadequate authentication

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Insufficient encryption

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Lack of security updates

Question 22

What is the primary role of the confidentiality principle in information security?

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To ensure that only authorized users can access sensitive information

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To prevent unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information

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To ensure the authenticity of information

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To protect the integrity and availability of information

Question 23

Which of the following security controls would be the MOST effective at protecting against insider threats?

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Encryption

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Access controls

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Security awareness training

Question 24

What is the MOST common cause of data breaches in organizations?

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Poorly implemented security policies

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External cyber attacks

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Lack of employee training on security protocols

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Malicious insider attacks

Question 25

Which of the following is the MOST important factor to consider when implementing security controls to meet legislative and regulatory requirements?

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The level of security already in place

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The cost of implementing the controls

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The ease of implementing the controls

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The potential impact of not implementing the controls

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What is the MOST secure way to store sensitive data?

ThorTeaches.com's management team is concerned about the potential for cyber attacks on their systems and has asked for your expertise in implementing security measures. What is the main purpose of implementing security measures in an organization?

In the context of cryptography, what is the main purpose of a hash function?

When we are talking about the governance part of our organization, who are we referring to?

Which of the following would be the MOST effective way to ensure the security of sensitive data in a cloud environment?

What is the primary benefit of implementing a security awareness program in an organization?

Our senior management wants to collect more Personal Identifiable Information (PII) from our customers in order to be able to sell more products to them. Which of these should be the MOST important when we decide how much PII (Personally Identifiable Information) we collect?

When we are talking about the different states of data, where would we have data in use?

What is the MOST common cause of data breaches in organizations?

Which of the following is the MOST important factor to consider when implementing security controls to meet legislative and regulatory requirements?

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