Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of BIOS security. Concepts covered include:
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Security-related features in the BIOS
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BIOS passwords
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Chassis intrusion detection
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Hard disk password
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Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Students will learn how to:
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Clear BIOS passwords and settings.
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Configure BIOS and hard disk passwords.
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Enable and reset chassis intrusion detection.
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Initialize a TPM.
PC Pro Exam Objectives: -
Configure BIOS security settings such as configuring drive lock, setting user and administrator passwords, enabling/disabling chassis intrusion detection, and enabling/disabling TPM.
A+ 220-801 Exam Objectives: -
1.1 Configure and apply BIOS settings.
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BIOS configurations
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Virtualization support
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BIOS security (passwords, drive encryption: TPM, lo-jack)
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Monitoring
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Intrusion detection/notification
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the difference between a user and an administrator password in the BIOS?
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Why do BIOS passwords offer little system protection?
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How does chassis intrusion detection help to secure the BIOS?
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How does a hard disk password differ from a BIOS password? What happens to the hard disk password if the disk is moved to another system?
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What is the function of the TPM? Where is the TPM chip located?
Video/Demo Time
 12.4.1 BIOS Security 9:52
 12.4.2 Configuring BIOS Security Settings 8:04
Total 17:56
Lab/Activity
5 questions
Total Time
About 30 minutes
Section 12.5: Malware Protection Summary
In this section students will learn the basics of protecting against malware. Concepts covered include:
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Common malware
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Virus
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Worm
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Trojan horse
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Rootkit
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Spyware
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Adware
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Grayware
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Spam
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Using anti-virus software to protect against malware
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Additional countermeasures for malware
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Malicious code
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Considerations about protecting against malware
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Symptoms of malware
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Remediation
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Actions to recover from malware
Students will learn how to:
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Install and configure malware protection software.
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Update malware definition files.
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Research virus hoaxes using Internet sources.
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Scan and repair infected files and systems.
A+ 220-802 Exam Objectives: -
2.1 Apply and use common prevention methods.
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Digital security
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User education
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2.2 Compare and contrast common security threats.
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Social engineering
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Malware
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Rootkits
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Phishing
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Shoulder surfing
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Spyware
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Viruses
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4.7 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common security issues with appropriate tools and best practices.
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Common symptoms
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Pop-ups
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Browser redirection
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Security alerts
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Slow performance
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Internet connectivity issues
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PC locks up
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Windows updates failures
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Rogue antivirus
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Spam
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Renamed system files
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Files disappearing
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File permission changes
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Hijacked email
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Access denied
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Tools
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Anti-virus software
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Anti-malware software
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Anti-spyware software
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Recovery console
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System restore
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Pre-installation environments
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Event viewer
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Best practices for malware removal
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Identify malware symptoms
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Quarantine infected system
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Disable system restore
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Remediate infected systems
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Update anti-virus software
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Scan and removal techniques (safe mode, pre-installation environment)
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Schedule scans and updates
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Enable system restore and create restore point
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Educate end user
Lecture Focus Questions:
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What is the role of a signature file when using anti-malware software to protect a system?
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How and when should you keep the signature files up to date?
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How does showing full file extensions on all files help to protect against malware?
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What are some common symptoms that might make you suspect that your system is infected with malware?
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When your system is infected with malware, what remediation actions might your antivirus software prompt you to select from?
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What is the process of quarantining a file?
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What types of actions might a hoax virus instruct you to perform?
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Why is user education often the best protection against malware?
Video/Demo Time
12.5.1 Malware 3:39
12.5.2 Implementing Malware Protection 4:57
12.5.4 Malware Protection 13:08
12.5.5 Implementing Virus Protection 15:25
Total 37:09
Number of Exam Questions
18 questions
Total Time
About 70 minutes
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