Common Cybersecurity Terminology
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What is the primary focus of a security analyst or cybersecurity analyst?

  • Researching IT security trends
  • Managing compliance with internal standards
  • Protecting networks from unauthorized access
  • Developing strategies to secure an organization (correct)
  • Why is compliance important in cybersecurity?

  • To monitor IT security trends
  • To avoid fines and security breaches (correct)
  • To develop strategies for network protection
  • To research potential threats
  • What are security frameworks used for in cybersecurity?

  • Building plans to mitigate risks and threats (correct)
  • Monitoring networks for breaches
  • Developing strategies for compliance
  • Researching information technology security trends
  • Which term refers to the practice of ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in cybersecurity?

    <p>Cybersecurity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a cybersecurity analyst play in preventing incidents?

    <p>Implementing measures to avoid security incidents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a strong security posture help an organization achieve?

    <p>Lower risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can be considered an internal threat actor according to the text?

    <p>Current or former employee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of cloud security?

    <p>Protecting data, applications, and infrastructure in the cloud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is understanding key technical terms and concepts important for a security analyst?

    <p>To identify common threats, risks, and vulnerabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of programming in the context of cybersecurity?

    <p>Creating a set of instructions for a computer to execute tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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