SQL Server Security and Encryption: Expert-Level Quiz

SQL Server Security and Encryption - Expert-Level Quiz

This expert-level quiz will challenge your knowledge and skills in securing SQL Server environments. From advanced encryption techniques to comprehensive security practices, this quiz covers everything you need to know to protect your data and ensure compliance. This is tailored for seasoned professionals looking to validate their expertise and stay ahead in the field.

1 / 20

What API determines whether Windows password policies are enforced for SQL Server logins?

NetValidatePasswordPolicy

NetValidatePolicy

ValidatePasswordPolicy

NetValidate

2 / 20

Which of the following SQL Server features allows you to mask sensitive data in query results?

Dynamic Data Masking

Always Encrypted

Row-Level Security

Column-Level Encryption

3 / 20

Which of the following statements is true?

SQL Server 2008 offers three authentication mode options

Microsoft’s best practice recommendation is that you use Windows authentication mode whenever possible

If you use mixed authentication mode, you should enable the DBA’s Windows account

All of the above

4 / 20

What SQL Server feature would you use to obfuscate data in query results without changing the data in the database?

Dynamic Data Masking

Row-Level Security

Always Encrypted

Column-Level Encryption

5 / 20

What is the right code to back up a certificate?

USE Master GO BACKUP CERTIFICATE MySQLCert TO FILE = 'C:tempMySQLCert' WITH PRIVATE KEY (file='C:tempMySQLCertKey', ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword2')

USE Master GO BACKUP CERTIFICATE MySQLCert TO FILE = 'C:tempMySQLCert' WITH PUBLIC KEY (file='C:tempMySQLCertKey', ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword2')

USE Master GO BACK CERTIFICATE MySQLCert TO FILE = 'C:tempMySQLCert' WITH PRIVATE KEY (file='C:tempMySQLCertKey', ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword2')

USE Master GO BACKUP CERTIFICATE MySQLCert TO SUBJECT = 'C:tempMySQLCert' WITH PRIVATE KEY (file='C:tempMySQLCertKey', ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword2')

6 / 20

What is the purpose of the GRANT statement in SQL Server?

To create a new user or role

To deny permissions to users or roles

To provide permissions to users or roles

To revoke permissions from users or roles

7 / 20

Complete the script to open a symmetric key for use in SQL Server:

OPEN SYMMETRIC KEY MySymmetricKey
DECRYPTION BY ___ = 'StrongPassword123!';

MASTER KEY

CERTIFICATE

ASYMMETRIC KEY

PASSWORD

8 / 20

Which condition in the where clause will return the login identification name of the user?

UserName = USER()

UserName = SUSER_NAME()

UserName = CURRENT_USER()

UserName = SUSER_SNAME()

9 / 20

Which of the fields must be 1 using an authenticator in the following code?

EncryptByKey ( key_GUID , { 'cleartext' | @cleartext }
    [, { add_authenticator | @add_authenticator }
     , { authenticator | @authenticator } ] )

@add_authenticator

@authenticator

@cleartext

key_GUID

10 / 20

Fill in the missing code to create a symmetric key for encryption in SQL Server:

CREATE SYMMETRIC KEY MySymmetricKey

WITH ALGORITHM = ___
ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD = 'StrongPassword123!';

3DES

DES

RSA

AES_256

11 / 20

How many optional password policies are available for SQL Server logins?

12 / 20

Complete the script to create a certificate for encryption in SQL Server:

CREATE CERTIFICATE MyCertificate
WITH ___ = 'Data Encryption';

ENCRYPTION

SUBJECT

ALGORITHM

PASSWORD

13 / 20

Complete the script to enable Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) on a database:

ALTER DATABASE MyDatabase
SET ___ ON;

ENCRYPTION

TDE

SECURITY

ENCRYPT

14 / 20

Which SQL Server feature ensures data is encrypted at rest and in transit?

Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)

Always Encrypted

Row-Level Security

Dynamic Data Masking

15 / 20

Which encryption algorithm is used by default in SQL Server’s Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)?

AES-256

RSA

DES

3DES

16 / 20

What is the primary purpose of Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) in SQL Server?

To encrypt data in use

To encrypt data in transit

To encrypt data backups

To encrypt data at rest

17 / 20

TDE database encryption is performed at what level?

Page

Domain

Column

Row

18 / 20

Which of the following scripts would you use to create a master key?

CREATE ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyMasterStrongPassword';

CREATE MASTER KEY ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword';

CREATE MASTER KEY BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword';

CREATE MASTER ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD='MyStrongPassword';

19 / 20

What is the return type of CertName field in vwVisibleLabels?

INT

XML

VARCHAR(256)

NVARCHAR(256)

20 / 20

Which of the following functions decrypts data by using a symmetric key?

DECRYPTBYSYMKEY

DECRYPTBYASYMKEY

DECRYPTBYKEYAUTOASYMKEY

DECRYPTBYKEYAUTOCERT

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Prepare to test your expertise with this practical SQL Server Security and Encryption quiz tailored for experts seeking to validate their skills. As regulatory demands intensify globally, organizations must prioritize secure data management strategies.

In addition, as data breaches and cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, ensuring the security and integrity of your database is paramount. SQL Server offers robust security features and encryption mechanisms that safeguard sensitive data against unauthorized access and tampering.

Take this quiz to evaluate your knowledge of implementing security and encryption controls integral to safeguarding valuable databases.

Best of luck!