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1. Which protocol does WiFi Direct primarily use to establish peer-to-peer connections?
   a. Bluetooth
   b. WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)
   c. NFC
   d. Zigbee
   Answer: b. WiFi Protected Setup (WPS)hp​
2. What encryption standard is commonly used by WiFi Direct for data protection?
   a. WEP
   b. WPA
   c. WPA2
   d. DES
   Answer: c. WPA2interestingengineering+1​
3. Which of the following is a main advantage of WiFi Direct in cybersecurity?
   a. Requires additional access points
   b. Enables direct device-to-device secure communication
   c. Uses public WiFi networks only
   d. Supports only unencrypted connections
   Answer: b. Enables direct device-to-device secure communicationlarksuite+1​
4. What type of attack is WiFi Direct vulnerable to due to weak PIN-based authentication?
   a. Brute force attacks
   b. SQL injection
   c. DDoS attacks
   d. Cross-site scripting
   Answer: a. Brute force attackshp​
5. In which scenarios is WiFi Direct typically used in IoT environments?
   a. Printing documents wirelessly
   b. Connecting to satellite TV
   c. Streaming radio
   d. Wired network management
   Answer: a. Printing documents wirelesslysecurityinobscurity​
6. What is the maximum theoretical range for WiFi Direct device connectivity?
   a. 30 meters
   b. 100 meters
   c. 200 meters
   d. 500 meters
   Answer: c. 200 meterssecurityinobscurity+1​
7. Which role in WiFi Direct manages network parameters among connected peers?
   a. Client
   b. Router
   c. Group Owner (GO)
   d. DHCP Server
   Answer: c. Group Owner (GO)blackhat+1​
8. What is a primary security concern when a WiFi Direct device is also on another wireless network?
   a. Increased data transfer speed
   b. Vulnerability to bridging attacks
   c. Reduced connection range
   d. Less battery usage
   Answer: b. Vulnerability to bridging attackslearn.microsoft+1​
9. How does WiFi Direct usually authenticate devices?
   a. Username and password
   b. Digital certificates
   c. Pre-shared Key or PIN
   d. Biometric fingerprint
   Answer: c. Pre-shared Key or PINsecurityinobscurity+1​
10. What technique is often used by attackers to find vulnerable WiFi Direct devices?
    a. Phishing
    b. War driving
    c. Social engineering
    d. Keylogging
    Answer: b. War drivingsecurityinobscurity​
11. Which frequency band does WiFi Direct use for device discovery?
    a. 900 MHz
    b. 1.8 GHz
    c. 2.4 GHz
    d. 10 GHz
    Answer: c. 2.4 GHzhp​
12. Which type of attack can exploit the loose authentication of WiFi Direct Group Owners?
    a. Evil Twin (EvilDirect)
    b. DNS Spoofing
    c. Session Hijacking
    d. ARP Poisoning
    Answer: a. Evil Twin (EvilDirect)people.engr.tamu​
13. What mechanism does WPA2 provide to secure WiFi Direct communication?
    a. Plaintext broadcasting
    b. Encrypted data using AES
    c. No encryption at all
    d. Hash-based obfuscation
    Answer: b. Encrypted data using AEStechtarget+1​
14. If a WiFi Direct PIN is printed in plain text on IoT device labels, which risk increases?
    a. Physical theft
    b. Unauthorized connection
    c. Device overheating
    d. Weak signal
    Answer: b. Unauthorized connectionsecurityinobscurity​
15. Which authentication framework can be integrated with WiFi Direct for enterprise security?
    a. IEEE 802.1X
    b. FIDO2
    c. OAuth2
    d. NTLM
    Answer: a. IEEE 802.1Xbrother​
16. What is a DoS (Denial of Service) attack risk with WiFi Direct?
    a. Cheap attack cost for adversaries
    b. High hardware costs
    c. Reliable built-in mitigation
    d. Automatic attack detection
    Answer: a. Cheap attack cost for adversariesbingweb.binghamton​
17. Which protocol version should be avoided for WiFi Direct encryption due to vulnerabilities?
    a. WPA3
    b. WPA2
    c. WPA
    d. WEP
    Answer: d. WEPtechtarget​
18. What is a recommended defense against EvilDirect attacks?
    a. Using RSS challenge-response validation
    b. Disabling 5GHz channels
    c. Avoiding digital certificates
    d. Using default passwords
    Answer: a. Using RSS challenge-response validationpeople.engr.tamu​
19. What is the responsibility of the WiFi Direct device designated as Group Owner?
    a. Assigning IP addresses and managing connections
    b. Broadcasting FM radio signals
    c. Filtering spam emails
    d. Encrypting all wired network traffic
    Answer: a. Assigning IP addresses and managing connectionsblackhat+1​
20. A key-based encryption process in WiFi Direct is meant to:
    a. Prevent random connections
    b. Increase download speed only
    c. Enable open guest access
    d. Extend battery life
    Answer: a. Prevent random connectionsbdsdoc​
21. Which is a fundamental risk with WiFi Direct’s default pre-shared keys?
    a. Potential for easy guessing or exposure
    b. Prohibitive licensing fees
    c. Reduced hardware compatibility
    d. Mandatory MAC filtering
    Answer: a. Potential for easy guessing or exposurehp+1​
22. Why should WiFi Direct be disabled when not in use?
    a. To conserve network bandwidth
    b. To prevent unnecessary exposure to attacks
    c. To improve video quality
    d. To increase screen brightness
    Answer: b. To prevent unnecessary exposure to attackspurplesec+1​
23. WiFi Direct connections do NOT require which of the following?
    a. Wireless access point
    b. WPA2 encryption
    c. Device discovery protocol
    d. 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz wireless band
    Answer: a. Wireless access pointlarksuite+1​
24. What type of information is sometimes displayed by IoT printers that is a security concern?
    a. Network pre-shared key in plain text
    b. MAC address of the user’s phone
    c. Printer ink levels
    d. Print job history
    Answer: a. Network pre-shared key in plain textsecurityinobscurity​
25. Which structure improves WiFi Direct’s authentication robustness significantly?
    a. Short fixed PINs
    b. Randomly generated long passwords
    c. Hardcoded usernames
    d. Open authentication
    Answer: b. Randomly generated long passwordsinterestingengineering+1​
26. Which WiFi Direct feature allows devices to broadcast available services for discovery?
    a. Service Discovery Protocol
    b. DHCP Relay
    c. NAT Traversal
    d. ARP Requests
    Answer: a. Service Discovery Protocoldeveloper.android​
27. Attackers within range of a WiFi Direct network may attempt eavesdropping if what condition is met?
    a. Weak or reused PIN/authentication
    b. Use of WPA3 encryption only
    c. Hidden SSID is enabled
    d. MAC filtering is used
    Answer: a. Weak or reused PIN/authenticationhp+1​
28. WiFi Direct enables what kind of peer connectivity?
    a. Peer-to-peer without traditional infrastructure
    b. Full mesh topology with routers only
    c. Strict client-server via cable
    d. Fiber optic connectivity exclusively
    Answer: a. Peer-to-peer without traditional infrastructurelarksuite+1​
29. How can unauthorized access to WiFi Direct-enabled printers be minimized?
    a. Change default credentials and restrict physical access
    b. Allow guest users at all times
    c. Share connection info via email
    d. Disable WPA2 encryption
    Answer: a. Change default credentials and restrict physical accessspiceworks+1​
30. WPA2 in WiFi Direct uses which encryption method?
    a. AES
    b. RC4
    c. DES
    d. Blowfish
    Answer: a. AESituonline+1​
31. The WiFi Direct Group Owner has a function most similar to:
    a. Network switch
    b. Wireless access point/router
    c. Firewall
    d. Bluetooth adapter
    Answer: b. Wireless access point/routerpeople.engr.tamu+1​
32. What scenario does NOT typically present a risk for WiFi Direct?
    a. Using strong, unique keys for every session
    b. Printing default credentials on device labels
    c. Enabling WiFi Direct on all devices by default
    d. Using fixed, short PINs for authentication
    Answer: a. Using strong, unique keys for every sessionhp+1​
33. Which approach increases WiFi Direct connection security in enterprise environments?
    a. Integration with Active Directory and 802.1X
    b. Use only PIN-based WPS for all
    c. Avoid encryption for speed
    d. Broadcast connection details widely
    Answer: a. Integration with Active Directory and 802.1Xbrother​
34. What is a likely risk if WiFi Direct PSK is the manufacturer’s default for all units?
    a. Increased susceptibility to brute force and unauthorized access
    b. Reduced device power consumption
    c. Improved device compatibility
    d. Enhanced connection speed
    Answer: a. Increased susceptibility to brute force and unauthorized accesssecurityinobscurity+1​
35. What could a successful EvilDirect attacker accomplish?
    a. Intercept communications between clients and legitimate GO
    b. Charge for network bandwidth
    c. Overheat IoT devices
    d. Disable IEEE 802.11 standards
    Answer: a. Intercept communications between clients and legitimate GOpeople.engr.tamu​
36. Which measure should organizations take for WiFi Direct devices on corporate networks?
    a. Segment or isolate WiFi Direct devices
    b. Enable all available radios
    c. Use only default credentials
    d. Print network settings in common areas
    Answer: a. Segment or isolate WiFi Direct deviceslearn.microsoft+1​
37. Which factor can affect actual WiFi Direct speed and performance?
    a. Physical environment and device standards
    b. Number of DHCP leases available
    c. Printer ink levels
    d. Day of week
    Answer: a. Physical environment and device standardshp​
38. Why is WEP not recommended for WiFi Direct encryption?
    a. It is deprecated and easily cracked
    b. It is too expensive to license
    c. It requires special hardware
    d. It emits radio noise
    Answer: a. It is deprecated and easily crackedtechtarget​
39. WPA3 offers which main improvement for WiFi Direct over WPA2?
    a. Better resistance to offline password-guessing attacks
    b. Longer range
    c. Lower device cost
    d. Freer spectrum license
    Answer: a. Better resistance to offline password-guessing attacksituonline+1​
40. What risk do long-term, static WiFi Direct connections introduce?
    a. Increased attack window for persistent threats
    b. Reduced wireless range
    c. Faster printer operation
    d. Noise disturbances for other radios
    Answer: a. Increased attack window for persistent threatssecurityinobscurity+1​
41. Which method is best for minimizing WiFi Direct network brute-force attacks?
    a. Strong and complex passkeys
    b. Fixed vendor PINs
    c. Unencrypted connections
    d. Printing passwords on device screens
    Answer: a. Strong and complex passkeyshp+1​
42. To harden WiFi Direct on printers, what should be done post-installation?
    a. Change default network credentials
    b. Enable broadcast SSID always
    c. Remove paper trays
    d. Install extra fans
    Answer: a. Change default network credentialsspiceworks+1​
43. Which peer authentication method in WiFi Direct is the least secure?
    a. Static PIN
    b. WPA3 SAE handshake
    c. IEEE 802.1X with certificates
    d. Time-limited, complex PSK
    Answer: a. Static PINinterestingengineering+1​
44. What is a benefit of disabling WiFi Direct on devices not using the feature?
    a. Reduced attack surface
    b. Automatic performance boosts
    c. Network-wide login sharing
    d. Free device maintenance
    Answer: a. Reduced attack surfacereddit+1​
45. Which network scanning tool is commonly used after gaining access to a WiFi Direct network?
    a. NMAP
    b. Photoshop
    c. Skype
    d. Acrobat Reader
    Answer: a. NMAPsecurityinobscurity​
46. Which wireless standard underpins WiFi Direct operation?
    a. IEEE 802.3
    b. IEEE 802.11
    c. IEEE 802.16
    d. IEEE 802.1D
    Answer: b. IEEE 802.11hp​
47. Which authentication method is NOT natively supported by WiFi Direct?
    a. Username and password
    b. Pre-shared Key (PSK)
    c. PIN-based WPS
    d. Push button connect (PBC)
    Answer: a. Username and passwordlearn.microsoft+1​
48. What should be done with printed WiFi Direct configuration pages on printers?
    a. Store securely or destroy after use
    b. Distribute widely in the office
    c. Attach to device exterior
    d. Upload to the internet
    Answer: a. Store securely or destroy after usespiceworks+1​
49. Why is device discovery in WiFi Direct potentially a privacy concern?
    a. Broadcasted device information can be sniffed for targeting
    b. It operates over encrypted SSL
    c. Only visible to local administrator
    d. Requires internet access always
    Answer: a. Broadcasted device information can be sniffed for targetinghp​
50. Which strategy is key for securing WiFi Direct-enabled IoT devices in homes and businesses?
    a. Change default keys, minimize exposure, and use strong encryption
    b. Use all manufacturer defaults
    c. Rely on physical security alone
    d. Enable open network mode for speed
    Answer: a. Change default keys, minimize exposure, and use strong encryptionituonline+2​

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