Cybersecurity in Avionics MCQs

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1. What does the term “avionics” refer to in the context of cybersecurity?
(A) Aircraft maintenance
(B) Air traffic control
(C) Aviation electronics and systems
(D) Airport security

2. In avionics, cybersecurity primarily focuses on securing:
(A) Aircraft engines
(B) Passenger entertainment systems
(C) Airplane seats
(D) Aircraft navigation and communication systems

3. Which of the following is a critical cybersecurity concern in avionics?
(A) Airport parking security
(B) Aircraft fuel management
(C) Protection against cyber attacks on flight control systems
(D) Airplane seat arrangements

4. The term “threat surface” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) The external part of an aircraft
(B) Aircraft engine components
(C) Air traffic control towers
(D) Vulnerable areas susceptible to cyber attacks

5. What is the primary objective of cybersecurity measures in avionics?
(A) Preventing unauthorized access and cyber attacks
(B) Enhancing in-flight entertainment
(C) Improving aircraft seating arrangements
(D) Monitoring cabin temperature

6. Which avionics system is most vulnerable to cyber attacks due to its critical role in flight operations?
(A) In-flight Wi-Fi system
(B) Aircraft navigation system
(C) Passenger announcement system
(D) Cabin lighting control

7. In avionics cybersecurity, what does the term “authentication” refer to?
(A) Monitoring cabin pressure
(B) Ensuring proper seating arrangements
(C) Ensuring only authorized users can access systems
(D) Checking passenger identities

8. Which cybersecurity principle ensures that data transmitted between aircraft systems is encrypted and secure?
(A) Integrity
(B) Confidentiality
(C) Availability
(D) Authentication

9. The term “firewall” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) A physical barrier preventing unauthorized access to the cockpit
(B) A mechanism for detecting engine failures
(C) A system for controlling in-flight entertainment
(D) A software or hardware device that filters network traffic

10. What is the role of intrusion detection systems (IDS) in avionics cybersecurity?
(A) Monitoring flight attendants’ activities
(B) Detecting and alerting to potential cyber attacks
(C) Controlling cabin temperature
(D) Managing aircraft cargo loading

11. Which cybersecurity concept ensures that data in avionics systems is accurate and has not been tampered with?
(A) Integrity
(B) Confidentiality
(C) Availability
(D) Authentication

12. What is the purpose of penetration testing in avionics cybersecurity?
(A) Testing aircraft engine performance
(B) Checking passenger ticket validity
(C) Evaluating vulnerabilities through simulated attacks
(D) Assessing airplane wing strength

13. Which cybersecurity measure focuses on ensuring that avionics systems are available and operational when needed?
(A) Availability
(B) Confidentiality
(C) Authentication
(D) Integrity

14. The concept of “least privilege” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Providing the highest level of access to all users
(B) Monitoring aircraft speed limits
(C) Limiting access rights to only what is necessary for tasks
(D) Allowing unlimited access to flight data

15. Which avionics component is most susceptible to malware attacks due to its widespread use in data communication?
(A) Cockpit display unit
(B) Air traffic control tower
(C) Data link communication system
(D) Aircraft engine control unit

16. The term “social engineering” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Building secure avionics systems
(B) Improving passenger comfort
(C) Maintaining aircraft engines
(D) Manipulating people into divulging sensitive information

17. Which cybersecurity practice involves keeping avionics systems updated with the latest security patches?
(A) Security auditing
(B) Vulnerability assessment
(C) Network segmentation
(D) Patch management

18. The concept of “air-gapping” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Creating a physical gap between aircraft components
(B) Disconnecting critical systems from unsecured networks
(C) Controlling in-flight oxygen levels
(D) Ensuring proper cabin air circulation

19. Which avionics cybersecurity measure ensures that sensitive data is accessible only to authorized personnel?
(A) Role-based access control (RBAC)
(B) Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
(C) Public key infrastructure (PKI)
(D) Virtual private network (VPN)

20. The concept of “black box testing” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Testing the durability of aircraft components
(B) Assessing flight crew performance
(C) Testing cybersecurity defenses without detailed knowledge of internal structures
(D) Testing cabin lighting systems

21. What is the role of encryption in avionics cybersecurity?
(A) Preventing unauthorized access to cockpit doors
(B) Securing data by encoding it into a form that can only be accessed with a decryption key
(C) Controlling aircraft navigation systems
(D) Managing aircraft seating arrangements

22. Which avionics cybersecurity principle involves dividing networked systems into smaller, isolated units to limit the impact of cyber attacks?
(A) Access control
(B) Data encryption
(C) Network segmentation
(D) Intrusion detection

23. The concept of “white hat” hackers in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Cyber criminals targeting aircraft systems
(B) Pilots with extensive flight experience
(C) Ethical hackers who test system security
(D) Avionics engineers specializing in software development

24. Which avionics cybersecurity practice involves regularly monitoring system logs and network traffic for suspicious activity?
(A) Continuous monitoring
(B) System hardening
(C) Disaster recovery planning
(D) Aircraft maintenance scheduling

25. The term “phishing” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Fishing for airplanes
(B) Attempting to trick users into revealing sensitive information through deceptive emails or messages
(C) Testing aircraft engine performance in simulated conditions
(D) Managing cabin crew operations

26. Which avionics component is crucial for detecting and neutralizing malware threats in real-time?
(A) Air traffic control tower
(B) Flight control computer
(C) Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
(D) Aircraft autopilot system

27. The concept of “sandboxing” in avionics cybersecurity refers to:
(A) Restricting unauthorized access to cockpit areas
(B) Protecting aircraft fuel systems
(C) Monitoring air traffic control frequencies
(D) Isolating and running suspicious software in a controlled environment to prevent damage

28. What does the term “zero-day exploit” mean in avionics cybersecurity?
(A) A cyber attack that occurs at zero hours of the day
(B) A software update released at midnight
(C) A vulnerability that is exploited before it is known and patched
(D) A zero tolerance policy for cyber attacks

29. Which cybersecurity measure involves educating aviation personnel about identifying and responding to cyber threats?
(A) Physical security training
(B) Flight simulator training
(C) Cabin crew safety training
(D) Cybersecurity awareness training

30. In avionics cybersecurity, what does the term “man-in-the-middle attack” refer to?
(A) A cyber attack on the airplane’s navigation system
(B) A person intercepting and altering communication between two parties
(C) A physical intrusion into the cockpit
(D) An attack on the aircraft’s engine control unit

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