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What is the main purpose of data protection according to the text?

  • To promote data sharing across all platforms
  • To make data easily accessible for everyone
  • To prevent harmful cyberattacks
  • To ensure data remains secure in case it ends up in the wrong hands (correct)
  • What is one of the objectives listed for completing the unit on Data Security Threats?

  • Understanding various coding languages
  • Understanding the concept of different threats associated with Data Security (correct)
  • Mastering social media analytics
  • Learning how to program security software
  • Why is it important to classify data security threats?

  • To ignore potential risks
  • To understand and address different types of security threats (correct)
  • To make the data more vulnerable
  • To maximize data sharing capabilities
  • What does data protection aim to prevent?

    <p>Data breaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In relation to data security, what does assessing vulnerability help with?

    <p>Understanding the likelihood of security breaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the unit on Data Security Threats aim to provide knowledge about?

    <p>Background of Data Security and associated threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary reasons why organizations face data security threats?

    <p>Cyber criminals aiming for financial gain or to harm the organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is data security considered a vital issue for any organization?

    <p>To avoid serious issues caused by unauthorized access to data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of data is typically held by organizations as critical information?

    <p>Financial results and employee records</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does sharing and processing data online increase the risk of data being leaked?

    <p>It exposes the data to potential leakage as it is transmitted over the internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a consequence of an unauthorized user gaining access to an organization's critical data?

    <p>Financial loss or damage to reputation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does holding personal data on personal computers contribute to data security threats?

    <p>It increases the likelihood of falling victim to cyber attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information was stolen in the Gaana.com hack?

    <p>Username, email addresses, passwords, date of births, and other personal information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did BlueCross BlueShield initially describe the stolen computer hard drives?

    <p>Containing no personal information and encrypted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the costs incurred by BlueCross BlueShield due to the theft?

    <p>$7 million for recovery efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the laptop stolen from in the case of the Methodist Hospital data breach?

    <p>A medical office in the Texas Medical Center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information was stored on the laptop stolen from Methodist Hospital?

    <p>Private health information and Social Security Numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of personal information was NOT compromised in the Gaana.com hack?

    <p>$10 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is data security extremely important for all companies?

    <p>To ensure compliance with legal regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the significant challenges faced by today's business network and security teams?

    <p>Balancing ease of communication and protection of sensitive information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the company consider the issue of the missing thumb drive with social security numbers a significant problem?

    <p>Sensitive data on the thumb drive was at risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized as crucial for organizations regarding data security?

    <p>Satisfying compliance mandates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are threats to sensitive data considered to have reached a critical point?

    <p>Attacks have become more sophisticated and frequent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the consequences if an organization does not have a proper data security mechanism in place?

    <p>Catastrophic effect on business continuity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a virus in the context of computer security threats?

    <p>A program that changes computer operations without user permission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a computer system get infected by a virus?

    <p>By clicking on suspicious links or downloading infected files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of a virus infecting a computer's operating system?

    <p>Data loss and potential system damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a virus spread to other systems connected to an infected device?

    <p>By sharing infected files or emails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when a virus replicates itself?

    <p>It duplicates its code to infect more files/systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of computer security, what action can help prevent virus infections?

    <p>Regularly updating antivirus software</p> Signup and view all the answers

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