DCA71S6 Ethical Hacking Cybersecurity FEB MARCH 2026

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SESSION	APRIL 2026
PROGRAM	MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (MCA)
SEMESTER	III
COURSE CODE & NAME	DCA71S6 ETHICAL HACKING AND CYBERSECURITY

 

 

 

Assignment Set – 1

 

 

Q.1. Discuss how the scope of ethical hacking has expanded with emerging technologies. What new skills and knowledge must ethical hackers develop to remain effective in testing modern technological environments?

Ans 1.

Expanding Scope of Ethical Hacking with Emerging Technologies

Hacking that is ethical, formerly focused on testing traditional Internet perimeters as well as web applications, has expanded dramatically as technology has evolved. Cloud computing’s rapid growth, Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, mobile platforms, and 5G networks has resulted in massive new attacks that require ethical hackers to gain expertise well beyond

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Q.2. Evaluate the role of automated tools versus manual techniques in effective reconnaissance. Analyse how the emergence of cloud computing has changed effective reconnaissance methodologies.

Ans 2.

Automated Tools in Reconnaissance

The advent of automated tools has revolutionized reconnaissance by enabling rapid collection of huge amounts of data on target networks, systems or organisations. Tools like Nmap for discovery of ports and services, Shodan for internet-connected device Enumeration theHarvester

 

Q.3. Explain how ransomware operates and list two prevention strategies. Why is network segmentation important for malware prevention.

Ans 3.

How Ransomware Operates

Ransomware, a type of malware which blocks victims’ access to the data or their system until a ransom, usually in cryptocurrency, is payed. In the initial stage, access is the first phase, and is

 

Assignment Set – 2

 

Q.4. Differentiate between email phishing, spear phishing, whaling, smishing, and vishing. Provide real-world use cases for each. What are the typical indicators of a phishing attempt? How can users identify and respond to such threats?

Ans 4.

Types of Phishing Attacks

Email Phishing is among the most popular social engineering attack. The attackers send out mass emails claiming to be institutions that are trusted, such as banks, e-commerce platforms, or government agencies, hoping that a portion of their recipients visit malicious sites or submit

 

 

Q.5. What is the purpose of Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS) and how does it differ from Wireless Intrusion Prevention System (WIPS). Explain what a rogue access point is and how it poses a risk.

Ans 5.

Wireless Intrusion Detection System (WIDS)

A Wireless Intrusion Detection System is a security monitoring system developed to recognize illegal or malicious wireless activity inside an organization’s radio frequency environment.

 

 

Q.6. Discuss the security implications of insecure APIs in cloud applications. Why is data encryption at rest and in transit critical for both cloud and IoT environments? Provide a real-world use case.

Ans 6.

Security Implications of Insecure APIs in Cloud Applications

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) are the connecting element for cloud applications, allowing interaction between the services, and providing functionality to clients. Secure APIs are