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.

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

To block a new user or role

To provide permissions to users or roles

To explicitly deny permissions to users or roles

To remove previously granted or denied permissions

2 / 20

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

3 / 20

What is the right code to back up a certificate?

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

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

4 / 20

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

To encrypt data at rest

To encrypt data in transit

To encrypt data in use

To encrypt data backups

5 / 20

TDE database encryption is performed at what level?

Row

Column

Domain

Page

6 / 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

RSA

DES

AES_256

7 / 20

Which of the following authentication modes is more secure?

Windows Authentication

Row-Level Security

SQL Server Authentication

Mixed Mode

8 / 20

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

CREATE CERTIFICATE MyCertificate
WITH ___ = 'Data Encryption';

ENCRYPTION

PASSWORD

SUBJECT

ALGORITHM

9 / 20

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

To revoke permissions from users or roles

To create a new user or role

To provide permissions to users or roles

To deny permissions to users or roles

10 / 20

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

3DES

RSA

DES

AES-256

11 / 20

Which SQL Server feature allows you to encrypt data using a certificate?

Symmetric Key Encryption

Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)

Certificate Key Encryption

Certificate Encryption

12 / 20

What is missing in the following script?

____________ MyCertificate
TO FILE = 'C:\Backup\MyCertificate.cer'
WITH PRIVATE KEY (
FILE = 'C:\Backup\MyCertificate.pvk',
ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD = 'StrongPassword123!');

BACKUP CERTIFICATE

BACKUP ENCRYPTION KEY

BACKUP ASYMMETRIC KEY

BACKUP SYMMETRIC KEY

13 / 20

What is the return type of CertName field in vwVisibleLabels?

XML

INT

NVARCHAR(256)

VARCHAR(256)

14 / 20

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

Always Encrypted

Dynamic Data Masking

Row-Level Security

Column-Level Encryption

15 / 20

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

UserName = SUSER_SNAME()

UserName = CURRENT_USER()

UserName = USER()

UserName = SUSER_NAME()

16 / 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 } ] )

@authenticator

@add_authenticator

@cleartext

key_GUID

17 / 20

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

ALTER DATABASE MyDatabase
SET ___ ON;

TDE

ENCRYPTION

ENCRYPT

SECURITY

18 / 20

Which of the following statements is true?

All of the above

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

SQL Server 2008 offers three authentication mode options

19 / 20

Fill in the missing code to create a column encryption key using Always Encrypted:

CREATE COLUMN ENCRYPTION KEY MyColumnEncryptionKey
WITH VALUES (
    COLUMN_MASTER_KEY = MyColumnMasterKey,
    ALGORITHM = '___',
    ENCRYPTED_VALUE = 0x...);

RSAOAEP

RSA_OAEP

DES

AES_256

20 / 20

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

NetValidatePasswordPolicy

NetValidate

NetValidatePolicy

ValidatePasswordPolicy

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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!