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What type of prevention strategy is the local hospital using by employing an ethical hacker?
What type of prevention strategy is the local hospital using by employing an ethical hacker?
- Intrusion detection system
- Antivirus software
- Penetration testing (correct)
- Firewall
What are three errors that the hospital's staff could make that may endanger the security of the network?
What are three errors that the hospital's staff could make that may endanger the security of the network?
- Using public Wi-Fi, installing unauthorized software, and sharing login credentials
- Using weak passwords, clicking on suspicious links, and leaving devices unlocked (correct)
- Leaving devices unattended, using outdated software, and ignoring security alerts
- Using personal devices for work, sharing sensitive information, and disabling firewalls
What is the purpose of identifying and/or preventing a denial of service attack?
What is the purpose of identifying and/or preventing a denial of service attack?
- To gain unauthorized access to a network
- To spread malware to other systems
- To overload a network and make it unavailable to users (correct)
- To steal sensitive data
What is the difference between an active and passive digital footprint?
What is the difference between an active and passive digital footprint?
What is the purpose of monitoring digital footprints in the context of businesses?
What is the purpose of monitoring digital footprints in the context of businesses?
Study Notes
Prevention Strategy
- The local hospital is employing an ethical hacker as a prevention strategy to identify and mitigate potential security risks and vulnerabilities in their network.
Common Errors
- Hospital staff may make the following errors that can endanger the security of the network:
- Using weak passwords or sharing them with others
- Clicking on suspicious links or opening unverified emails
- Not keeping software and systems up to date with the latest security patches
Denial of Service Attack
- The purpose of identifying and/or preventing a denial of service (DoS) attack is to ensure that the network remains accessible and functional, preventing attackers from overwhelming the system with traffic in order to make it unavailable to users.
Digital Footprints
- An active digital footprint refers to the intentional online presence and data that an individual or organization creates, such as social media profiles or websites.
- A passive digital footprint refers to the unintentional online presence and data that an individual or organization creates, such as search history or browser cookies.
Monitoring Digital Footprints
- The purpose of monitoring digital footprints in the context of businesses is to identify and manage online risks, maintain a positive reputation, and protect against cyber threats and data breaches.
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