CertNexus Certified Cyber Secure Coder (CSC) — Question 3

Which of the following characteristics of a web proxy strengthens cybersecurity? (Choose two.)

Answer options

• A. Increases browsing speed
• B. Filters unwanted content
• C. Limits direct connection to Internet
• D. Caches frequently-visited websites
• E. Decreases wide area network (WAN) traffic

Correct answer: B, C

Explanation

The correct answers, B and C, highlight how filtering unwanted content and limiting direct connections to the Internet can help protect users from malicious sites and reduce exposure to threats. Options A, D, and E, while beneficial for performance and efficiency, do not directly enhance cybersecurity.