Network Security - Flashcards Quiz - #1

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Q1. A flaw or weakness in a system’s design, implementation, or operation and management that could be exploited to violate the system’s security policy is  a(n)  __________.

  1. countermeasure
  2. vulnerability
  3. adversary
  4. risk

Q2. The assurance that data received are exactly as sent by an authorized  entity is __________.
  1. data confidentiality
  2. authentication
  3. data integrity
  4. access control






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