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What is the primary role of national borders?
What is the primary role of national borders?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of borders?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of borders?
How does the CBSA primarily serve the interests of Canada?
How does the CBSA primarily serve the interests of Canada?
Which of the following describes the concept of sovereignty?
Which of the following describes the concept of sovereignty?
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What does the term 'territorial integrity' encompass?
What does the term 'territorial integrity' encompass?
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What is the principal source of computer crime within organizations?
What is the principal source of computer crime within organizations?
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Which method is NOT a common way that malware can be delivered?
Which method is NOT a common way that malware can be delivered?
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What term describes malicious software that covertly collects data to send to unauthorized parties?
What term describes malicious software that covertly collects data to send to unauthorized parties?
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Which of the following is a type of cyber threat characterized by sustained and targeted actions against a specific entity?
Which of the following is a type of cyber threat characterized by sustained and targeted actions against a specific entity?
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What is a common vulnerability associated with information communication technology (ICT)?
What is a common vulnerability associated with information communication technology (ICT)?
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What type of software is specifically intended for the detection and prevention of intrusion attempts?
What type of software is specifically intended for the detection and prevention of intrusion attempts?
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Which of the following describes a group of computers infected with malware that can be remotely manipulated?
Which of the following describes a group of computers infected with malware that can be remotely manipulated?
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Which factor contributes to the increased risk of cyber threats?
Which factor contributes to the increased risk of cyber threats?
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What is meant by maritime security?
What is meant by maritime security?
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Which organization is specifically responsible for ensuring the safety of mariners in Canadian waters?
Which organization is specifically responsible for ensuring the safety of mariners in Canadian waters?
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What does the term maritime safety primarily refer to?
What does the term maritime safety primarily refer to?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a maritime threat?
Which of the following is NOT considered a maritime threat?
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What percentage of data breaches is driven by financial motives according to the provided content?
What percentage of data breaches is driven by financial motives according to the provided content?
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Which region was identified as a piracy hotspot?
Which region was identified as a piracy hotspot?
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What is a common characteristic of maritime terrorism as described in the content?
What is a common characteristic of maritime terrorism as described in the content?
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What type of operations does maritime cargo consist of?
What type of operations does maritime cargo consist of?
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Which of the following ports is known for its container-handling capabilities?
Which of the following ports is known for its container-handling capabilities?
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What is the main role of the Canadian Coast Guard in relation to maritime trade?
What is the main role of the Canadian Coast Guard in relation to maritime trade?
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What is one of the key vulnerabilities identified in maritime security?
What is one of the key vulnerabilities identified in maritime security?
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Which of the following is considered a component of organized crime in maritime activities?
Which of the following is considered a component of organized crime in maritime activities?
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What primary factor limits the frequency of maritime terrorism?
What primary factor limits the frequency of maritime terrorism?
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Which type of maritime threat involves the act of boarding a ship with intent to commit theft?
Which type of maritime threat involves the act of boarding a ship with intent to commit theft?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a border risk?
Which of the following is NOT considered a border risk?
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What percentage of Canada's roads are paved?
What percentage of Canada's roads are paved?
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Which provinces account for over 75% of total road length in Canada?
Which provinces account for over 75% of total road length in Canada?
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In what year were roughly 51,000 publicly owned bridges in Canada recorded?
In what year were roughly 51,000 publicly owned bridges in Canada recorded?
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What type of infrastructure hazard is considered a technological risk?
What type of infrastructure hazard is considered a technological risk?
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Which of the following is a major freight railway operating in Canada?
Which of the following is a major freight railway operating in Canada?
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What is the primary mission of Via Rail?
What is the primary mission of Via Rail?
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Which component is NOT a main part of rail systems?
Which component is NOT a main part of rail systems?
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Which of the following describes a common measure for cybersecurity in transportation?
Which of the following describes a common measure for cybersecurity in transportation?
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Which group is considered a high-risk factor in border management?
Which group is considered a high-risk factor in border management?
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What proportion of local road and rural highway bridges are over 50 years old?
What proportion of local road and rural highway bridges are over 50 years old?
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Which risk is NOT included in the vulnerabilities of the rail system?
Which risk is NOT included in the vulnerabilities of the rail system?
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What is a common protective measure implemented in rail security?
What is a common protective measure implemented in rail security?
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In Canada, what is the total approximate length of the national highway system?
In Canada, what is the total approximate length of the national highway system?
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Study Notes
Border Security
- Borders are geographical boundaries, separating countries, states, provinces, cities, and towns.
- They define spheres of influence (control).
- Governments enforce laws within their borders.
- Borders can be real or artificial.
- Borders are established through treaties, alliances, commerce, and international relations.
- Sovereignty encompasses external independence, internal autonomy, and territorial integrity, including the right to govern and enforce laws.
- Physical domains for border security include land, air, sea, space, and cyber.
- The CBSA (Canada Border Services Agency) supports national security and public safety, facilitates legitimate travel and trade, and enforces regulations.
- CBSA risks include illicit drugs, inadmissible goods, delayed goods, high-risk food/plant/animal products, firearms, high-risk individuals, human trafficking, immigration issues, compliance with regulations, and ease of border restrictions post-pandemic.
- Border management encompasses airports, rail, marine, and land transport.
- It involves cooperation with law enforcement and intelligence partners, utilizes advanced detection tools and technology.
Road Transportation Security
- Road transportation is vital for the economy, enabling the transport of goods and people.
- Canada's road system is dominant for freight and passenger transport, with a significant paved road network (over 40%).
- Key provinces (Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Alberta) account for a majority of road length.
- Bridges connect locations and are essential for accessibility.
- Risks include natural hazards (impacted by climate change), technological hazards (aging infrastructure, accidents), and human-caused hazards.
- Cyber risks involve computer control of systems, potentially leading to chaos, accidents, and traffic disruption.
- Security strategies focus on risk understanding across jurisdictions, preventive measures, stakeholder involvement, and technology advancements in road resilience and security.
Rail Security
- Canada's rail network is a vast and open system over 43,000 route kilometers, exceeding the national highway system by 15%.
- Freight includes dangerous goods transportation.
- Key rail components are locomotives, cars, stations, rails, switches, and signals.
- Major freight rail carriers are CN and CP.
- Via Rail provides intercity passenger train service.
- Rail security considers natural, technological, human, and cyber risks.
- Security involves employee training, screening measures (similar to airports), security technology (CCTV, phones), access control, and design considerations.
Maritime Security
- Maritime security involves protecting against deliberate, unlawful actions, and encompasses maritime safety (accidents prevention).
- The Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) ensures mariner safety and supports trade efficiently.
- Cargo operations involve shippers, customers, warehousing, and intermodal transfers.
- Ports handling containers include Vancouver, Prince Rupert, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, and St. John's.
- Maritime threats involve piracy (theft at sea), maritime terrorism, organized crime (smuggling, human trafficking, drug running), and cyber threats.
- Security considerations include vessel boarding, inspections, escorting, interdiction, and intelligence sharing.
Air Security
- Threats include UAVs, thefts, sovereign threats, and malicious actors (terrorism, hijacking).
- Air cargo may pass through many entities, making screening complex.
- Threats include smuggling and trafficking of drugs, exotic/protected animals/plants, firearms, and gems.
- Air security involves screening, access control, and cockpit/cabin security.
Information, Communications, and Cyber Security
- Cyber threats stem from official/state-sponsored actors, profit-oriented criminals, terrorists, commercial competitors, ideologically motivated hackers, journalists, disgruntled employees/vandals, and individuals motivated by curiosity.
- 75% of data breaches are financially motivated.
- Cyber attacks use various methods like direct installation, email attachments, websites, and remote injection.
- Malware types include malware, spyware, botnets (or bot-networks), and Trojan horses.
- Cyber defense involves monitoring, analysis, automated systems (intrusion detection, prevention), software (anti-virus, anti-spam), and firewalls, along with system audits.
- Vulnerabilities include ease of access, speed, anonymity, targeting options, and significant impacts of attacks.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential aspects of border security, including the definition and significance of borders, their establishment, and the role of agencies such as the CBSA. It also highlights various risks and challenges faced in maintaining border security, including illicit trafficking and compliance issues. Test your knowledge on this critical topic that influences national sovereignty and public safety.
