Code No: R204105S R20 Set No.

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IV B.Tech I Semester Regular Examinations, January – 2024
CYBER SECURITY
(OE-III: CE, EEE, ME, ECE, AME, MM, AGE, CSE-CS, CSE-IOTCSIBCT,
CSE- IOT, FE, PHARM & CS)

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Answer any FIVE Questions
ONE Question from Each unit
All Questions Carry Equal Marks
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UNIT - I

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1 a) How has the landscape of crime changed with the advent of technology,
leading to the emergence of cybercrime?
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b) How do international collaborations and treaties contribute to the fight against
global cyber threats? [7]
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(OR)
2 Provide an analysis of the different classifications of cybercrimes. [14]
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UNIT - II
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3 Define social engineering. How can individuals and organizations defend

against social engineering attacks? [14]
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4 How cyber cafes are becoming root causes of various cyber crimes? Illustrate
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with few cases. [14]

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UNIT - III
5 a) Identify and discuss the unique security challenges posed by mobile devices.
How do these challenges differ from those associated with traditional
computing devices? [7]
b) What strategies can organizations adopt to secure their networks in the BYOD
(Bring Your Own Device) era? [7]
(OR)
6 a) How can organizations strike a balance between providing flexibility to
employees and maintaining cyber security standards? [7]
b) Discuss the role of biometric security features on mobile devices. [7]

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UNIT - IV
7 a) Discuss the role of proxy servers and anonymizers in cybercrime. [7]
b) How are phishing and identity theft interconnected, and what makes them
significant in the realm of cybercrimes? [7]
(OR)
8 a) Explain the concept of steganography and its use in concealing information in
cybercrimes. [7]
b) Explore the various methods used in attacks on wireless networks. [7]

UNIT - V

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9 a) Explore the methods and challenges of conducting forensics analysis on emails. [7]

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b) Define forensics auditing and its significance in cyber security. How does
forensics auditing contribute to the prevention and detection of cyber incidents?
da [7]
(OR)
10 a) Outline the stages of the digital forensic life cycle. How does each stage
contribute to the overall success of a computer forensics investigation? [7]
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b) Explore the relationship between computer forensics and steganography. [7]
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 Code No: R204105S R20 Set No. 2
IV B.Tech I Semester Regular Examinations, January – 2024
CYBER SECURITY
(OE-III: CE, EEE, ME, ECE, AME, MM, AGE, CSE-CS, CSE-IOTCSIBCT,
CSE- IOT, FE, PHARM & CS)

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Answer any FIVE Questions
ONE Question from Each unit
All Questions Carry Equal Marks
*****
UNIT - I

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1 a) Explore the historical origins of the term "cybercrime" and its evolution over

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time. [7]
b) How can netizens protect themselves from common cyber threats?
da [7]
(OR)
2 How do legal perspectives vary globally and what challenges arise in
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prosecuting cybercriminals? [14]
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UNIT - II
3 Analyze the nature and impact of cyber stalking. Focus on the various ways of
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preventing cyber stalking. [14]

(OR)
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4 What are botnets? “ Botnets are the fuel for cybercrimes”. Justify with a case
study. [14]
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UNIT - III
5 a) What measures can individuals and organizations take to protect against credit
card fraud on mobile devices? [7]
b) Analyze how mobile devices contribute to corporate espionage. What
measures can businesses implement to protect sensitive information from
being compromised through mobile devices? [7]
(OR)
6 a) Assess the security implications of employees using mobile devices within
organizational networks. [7]
b) Discuss the vulnerabilities of wireless networks that impact the security of
mobile devices. [7]
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UNIT - IV
7 a) Explore the methods employed in password cracking attacks. [7]
b) Explain the concept of buffer overflow and its exploitation in cybercrimes. [7]
(OR)
8 a) Define Trojan horses and backdoors and examine their role in cybercrimes. [7]
b) How can individuals recognize and protect themselves against sophisticated
phishing attacks? [7]

UNIT - V
9 a) How is digital evidence collected, preserved, and analyzed in computer

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forensics investigations? [7]

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b) Explain the relevancy of OSI 7 Layer Model to computer forensics. [7]
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10 a) Why is maintaining a secure chain of custody crucial for the admissibility of
digital evidence in legal proceedings? [7]
b) Identify and analyze the challenges faced by computer forensics [7]
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professionals.
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IV B.Tech I Semester Regular Examinations, January – 2024

CYBER SECURITY
(OE-III: CE, EEE, ME, ECE, AME, MM, AGE, CSE-CS, CSE-IOTCSIBCT,
CSE- IOT, FE, PHARM & CS)

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Answer any FIVE Questions
ONE Question from Each unit
All Questions Carry Equal Marks
*****
UNIT - I

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1 a) Discuss the relationship between cybercrime and information security. [7]

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b) How do cybercriminals strategize and execute their attacks? Explain with an
example. da [7]
(OR)
2 Examine the specific challenges and trends of cybercrime in India. [14]
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UNIT - II
3 Explore the role of cyber cafes in facilitating cybercrimes. Illustrate with a
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case study. [14]

(OR)
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4 What are the common attack vectors in cyber security? How the attack vector
is launched in cyber security? [14]
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UNIT - III
5 a) How do emerging technologies such as 5G influence the landscape of mobile-
related cybercrimes? [7]
b) Outline best practices for securing mobile applications. How can developers
and users contribute to the overall security of mobile apps? [7]
(OR)
6 a) Discuss the importance of secure authentication services for mobile devices. [7]
b) How do laptops contribute to the overall threat landscape and what security
measures are essential for their protection? [7]

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UNIT - IV
7 a) How do cybercriminals use phishing techniques to deceive individuals and
organizations? [7]
b) Discuss about tools that facilitate anonymity for cybercriminals? [7]
(OR)
8 a) Differentiate between viruses and worms and discuss their characteristics. [7]
b) Discuss the vulnerabilities associated with SQL injection attacks. How can
developers secure their applications against SQL injection vulnerabilities? [7]

UNIT - V
9 a) How does digital forensics differ from traditional forensic science? Explain
with examples. [7]

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b) How can forensic investigators counteract anti-forensic techniques during an

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investigation? [7]
(OR)
10 a)
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Define network forensics and its role in investigating cyber incidents. [7]
b) How can computer forensics address challenges posed by social media in
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digital investigations? [7]
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Code No: R204105S R20 Set No. 4
IV B.Tech I Semester Regular Examinations, January – 2024
CYBER SECURITY
(OE-III: CE, EEE, ME, ECE, AME, MM, AGE, CSE-CS, CSE-IOTCSIBCT,
CSE- IOT, FE, PHARM & CS)

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Answer any FIVE Questions
ONE Question from Each unit
All Questions Carry Equal Marks
*****
UNIT - I

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1 a) Explore the motivations and characteristics of cybercriminals. [7]

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b) Explore the tactics and methodologies cybercriminals employ in planning and
executing attacks. da [7]
(OR)
2 a) Assess the effectiveness of the ITA 2000 in addressing contemporary cyber
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threats. [7]
b) How do cybercriminals leverage botnets and what counter measures can be
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taken? [7]
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UNIT - II
3 What advantages does cloud computing offer? Elaborate on the five security
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issues relating to cloud computing. [14]

(OR)
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4 Why is planning important in cyber security? What are different challenges in

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tracking cyber offences? [14]

UNIT - III
5 a) Discuss the factors contributing to the widespread adoption of mobile and
wireless devices. How has the proliferation of these devices impacted the
threat landscape for cybercrimes? [7]
b) How can organizations adapt their security policies to address the unique
challenges posed by mobile devices? [7]
(OR)

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6 a) Explain the significance of registry settings for mobile devices in terms of

security. [7]
b) Examine the privacy implications of location-based services on mobile devices. [7]

UNIT - IV
7 a) Describe various mechanisms adopted by criminals for password cracking. [7]
b) Define and distinguish between Denial of Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial
of Service (DDoS) attacks. [7]
(OR)

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8 a) Analyze the functionality and impact of keyloggers and spyware in

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cybercrimes. [7]
b) Define identity theft and discuss its implications for individuals and [7]
organizations.
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UNIT - V
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9 a) Analyze the standards and best practices for developing information security
policies. [7]
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b) Explore the legal rights and liabilities of ISPs in the context of cyber laws. [7]
(OR)
10 a) Discuss the systematic approach to initiating a computer forensics
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investigation. [7]
b) Explore the legal and ethical considerations that computer forensics
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professionals must adhere to. [7]

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