Q1: 1. What does SSL/TLS stand for?

• A) Secure Socket Layer/Transport Layer Security
• B) Secure System Layer/Transport Security Layer
• C) System Security Layer/Transport Secure Layer
• D) System Socket Layer/Transport Secure Security

Q2: 2. Which protocol is used for secure communication over the Internet?

• A) HTTP
• B) FTP
• C) SSL/TLS
• D) DNS

Q3: 3. What is the primary purpose of SSL/TLS?

• A) Encryption and authentication
• B) Speed up internet connection
• C) Block unwanted websites
• D) Increase server performance

Q4: 4. Which cryptographic algorithm is commonly used in SSL/TLS for encryption?

• A) SHA
• B) AES
• C) MD5
• D) DES

Q5: 5. In a real-life scenario, which of the following problems can SSL/TLS help prevent?

• A) Unauthorized access to sensitive information during online transactions
• B) Slow internet speed
• C) Software bugs in applications
• D) Email spam

Q6: 6. What is the difference between SSL and TLS?

• A) SSL is older than TLS
• B) TLS is used for email encryption
• C) SSL is more secure than TLS
• D) TLS is only used for websites

Q7: 7. Which port is commonly used for SSL/TLS encrypted communication?

• A) 80
• B) 443
• C) 25
• D) 21

Q8: 8. Which layer of the OSI model does SSL/TLS operate on?

• A) Application Layer
• B) Transport Layer
• C) Network Layer
• D) Data Link Layer

Q9: 9. What is a certificate authority (CA) in the context of SSL/TLS?

• A) A software tool for scanning malware
• B) An organization that issues digital certificates
• C) A type of encryption algorithm
• D) A hardware device for secure communication

Q10: 10. Which of the following is NOT a common use case for SSL/TLS?

• A) Secure online banking transactions
• B) Encrypting emails
• C) Protecting data stored on a local hard drive
• D) Securing e-commerce websites

Q11: 11. What is a self-signed certificate?

• A) A certificate signed by the website owner
• B) A certificate that expires automatically
• C) A certificate that does not require encryption
• D) A certificate issued by a trusted third party

Q12: 12. Which cryptographic key is used for establishing a secure connection in SSL/TLS?

• A) Public key
• B) Private key
• C) Symmetric key
• D) Hash key

Q13: 13. In a real-life scenario, which problem can SSL/TLS encryption help solve when accessing confidential company documents remotely?

• A) Slow internet connection
• B) Unauthorized access to sensitive information
• C) Operating system crashes
• D) Browser compatibility issues

Q14: 14. What is a cipher suite in SSL/TLS?

• A) A software tool for detecting network intrusions
• B) A set of cryptographic algorithms used for securing communication
• C) A type of firewall for web servers
• D) A protocol for secure data transfer

Q15: 15. Which encryption protocol is used by SSL/TLS to ensure data confidentiality?

• A) HTTPS
• B) SSH
• C) TLS
• D) RSA

Q16: 16. In the context of SSL/TLS, what does a revoked certificate indicate?

• A) The certificate has expired
• B) The certificate is no longer valid for use
• C) The certificate is about to expire
• D) The certificate is self-signed

Q17: 17. What is the purpose of the handshake protocol in SSL/TLS?

• A) To exchange encryption keys and establish a secure connection
• B) To perform a speed test of the internet connection
• C) To block malicious websites
• D) To generate random numbers for encryption

Q18: 18. Which vulnerability can SSL/TLS help mitigate in a scenario where sensitive information is transmitted over public Wi-Fi networks?

• A) Phishing attacks
• B) Man-in-the-middle attacks
• C) Software bugs
• D) Physical theft of devices

Q19: 19. What is the role of a digital certificate in SSL/TLS communication?

• A) Authenticate the server and establish a secure connection
• B) Speed up data transfer between client and server
• C) Secure the physical server location
• D) Provide antivirus protection

Q20: 20. Which security feature does SSL/TLS NOT provide?

• A) Data confidentiality
• B) Data integrity
• C) Authentication of users
• D) Spam filtering

Q21: 21. How does SSL/TLS help prevent eavesdropping on sensitive information transmitted between a web browser and a server?

• A) By encrypting the data using cryptographic algorithms
• B) By blocking access to unauthorized websites
• C) By increasing the internet speed
• D) By scanning for malware in real time

Q22: 22. Which of the following is a potential risk of not using SSL/TLS for secure communication?

• A) Loss of internet connection
• B) Unauthorized access to confidential data
• C) Hardware failure
• D) Increased website traffic

Q23: 23. What is the primary difference between SSL and TLS versions?

• A) The algorithms used for encryption
• B) The number of supported devices
• C) The speed of data transfer
• D) The color of the security padlock icon

Q24: 24. In a real-life scenario, how can SSL/TLS encryption help protect sensitive customer information during online shopping transactions?

• A) By securing the payment gateway and preventing data theft
• B) By increasing the price of products
• C) By offering discounts to customers
• D) By displaying ads on the website

Q25: 25. Which aspect of SSL/TLS is essential for verifying the authenticity of a secure website?

• A) Digital signature
• B) Username and password
• C) IP address
• D) Browser history