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Interview Questions for Cyber Security SIEM Analyst

The document contains a list of interview questions and answers for a Cyber Security SIEM analyst role, covering key concepts such as SIEM, firewalls, CSRF, security misconfiguration, and encryption methods. It also discusses the differences between various security systems like IDS and IPS, as well as concepts like data leakage and response codes for web applications. Additionally, it highlights the importance of SIEM training and the distinctions between HIDS and NIDS.

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Interview Questions for Cyber Security SIEM Analyst

The document contains a list of interview questions and answers for a Cyber Security SIEM analyst role, covering key concepts such as SIEM, firewalls, CSRF, security misconfiguration, and encryption methods. It also discusses the differences between various security systems like IDS and IPS, as well as concepts like data leakage and response codes for web applications. Additionally, it highlights the importance of SIEM training and the distinctions between HIDS and NIDS.

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Interview questions for Cyber Security SIEM analyst.

1. What is SIEM?
Ans. SIEM, or Security Information and Event Management, is a sophisticated
software tool designed to aggregate, analyze, and manage the security data
from various IT infrastructure components, including network devices, servers,
and domain controllers. It centralizes security data, applying analytics to identify
threats, uncover trends, and aid organizations in responding to security alerts.
2. What is meant by Firewall?
Ans. A firewall is a kind of network security machine/system that observes and
manages incoming and departing network traffic based on predefined security
procedures. Serving as a barrier between secure and unsecured networks, it
decides whether to allow or stop the particular traffic as per predefined set of
security policies.

3. What is meant by CSRF?


Ans. CSRF, or Cross-Site Request Forgery is a web security issue that dupes
users into running unknown actions on a web app where they’re validated. It
exploits a site's trust in a user's browser, leading to potential unwanted
commands or data breaches.
4. What is Security Misconfiguration?
Ans: Security Misconfiguration occurs when a device, network, or application is
set up incorrectly, creating vulnerabilities that attackers can exploit. Common
examples include unchanged default settings or weak security parameters,
making systems more prone to attacks.Become a SIEM Certified professional by
learning this HKR's SIEM Certification Training!
5. What is Port Scanning?
Ans: Port scanning is a technique used to identify open ports and services
available on a networked computer. By sending messages to various ports and
analyzing the responses, port scanning helps gather information about a target
system's OS, services, and firewall rules.
6. What is Compliance?
Ans: It refers to sticking to a set of rules or regulations built by governments,
industry bodies, or enterprises. It ensures that business practices and security
measures meet specific conditions, such as the PCI-DSS: Payment Card Industry
Data Security Standard helpful for payment processing
7. How do Asymmetric and Symmetric Encryption Differ?
Ans: Symmetric encryption uses the similar key for both encryption and
decryption, offering speed but requiring secure key exchange. On the other
hand, asymmetric encryption uses other keys for encryption and decryption,
enhancing security but at a slower pace. A hybrid approach often combines
these methods for efficiency and safety.
8. How are IPS and IDS Different?
Ans: Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) detect and alert potential intrusions,
while Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) go further by actively preventing these
intrusions. IDS monitors network traffic and reports anomalies, whereas IPS not
only detects but also takes action to block threats.

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9. What is XSS? How do you Mitigate it?
Ans: Cross-site Scripting (XSS) is a vulnerability in web applications where
attackers inject malicious scripts into content from otherwise benign and trusted
websites. Mitigation strategies include input validation, Content Security Policy
(CSP) implementation, and sanitizing user input.
10. How is Encryption Different from Hashing?
Ans: Encryption is a reversible process to secure data, allowing it to be decrypted
back into its original form. Hashing, however, is a one-way function that
transforms data into a fixed-size string of characters, which is virtually
impossible to reverse.
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11. What are the Response Codes for a Web Application?
Ans: Web applications use HTTP response status codes to indicate the results of
client requests, categorized as follows:

o 1xx: Informational responses

o 2xx: Success

o 3xx: Redirection

o 4xx: Client errors

o 5xx: Server errors

12. What is a False Negative and a False Positive in IDS?


Ans: In Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), a false positive occurs when the
system incorrectly identifies regular activity as malicious, while a false negative
happens when actual malicious activity goes undetected.
13. What is Data Leakage? How is it Identified and Prevented?
Ans: Data leakage is the unauthorized transmission of data outside an
organization. It can occur through various means, such as emails, removable
drives, or unauthorized uploads. Preventive measures include encryption, access
controls, and monitoring of data transfers.
14. How is SIEM Different from IDS?
Ans: While both SIEM and IDS are used for network security, SIEM provides more
extensive functionalities. It collects and analyzes log data and helps in event
correlation and centralized data management, which IDS lacks.
15. Which is Better: HIDS or NIDS?
Ans: Host Intrusion Detection Systems (HIDS) and Network Intrusion Detection
Systems (NIDS) depend on specific organizational needs. HIDS is deployed on
individual hosts, while NIDS monitors network traffic. NIDS is often preferred for
broader coverage and easier management.
16. What are VA and PT?
Ans: Vulnerability Assessment or VA is the process of finding security issues
within a system. At the same time, Penetration Testing or PT imitates cyber
threats to exploit these issues, providing a real-time evaluation of security risks.

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