Bios security Flashcards
1
Q
what is intrusion detection?
A
has sensors in the chasis for any tempering
2
Q
when is user password required?
A
to begin the boot processes
3
Q
when is supervisor password required?
A
before entering bios setup
4
Q
what is trusted platform module (tpm)?
A
dedicated security coprocessor that authenticates boot device
5
Q
what is sealing?
A
when the tpm authecticates boot device
6
Q
What does microsofts bitlocker use tpm for?
A
encrypting drives
7
Q
what does bitlocker do?
A
encrypts os files, registry, hibernation file
8
Q
what if changes are made to windows installation?
A
tpm doesnt release keys required to decrypt
9
Q
what is secure boot?
A
checks for digital signatures to check its an apporved eversion
10
Q
what is lojack?
A
allows computers to be electronically tracked and controlled by persisitence
