10 Questions
What is the primary purpose of encryption in cybersecurity?
To convert data into a format that can only be read by authorized parties
Which of the following is NOT a principle of the CIA Triad in cybersecurity?
Scalability
What is the primary purpose of multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
To provide additional layers of security beyond a single password
Which generation of cybersecurity focuses on using machine learning to identify threats?
4th Generation (AI and Machine Learning)
What is the primary purpose of digital signatures in cybersecurity?
To verify the authenticity and integrity of data
Which of the following is NOT a common method of phishing?
Physically breaking into secure facilities to steal data
What is the primary goal of the 5th Generation (Zero Trust) approach in cybersecurity?
To verify the identity and trustworthiness of every user and device
What is the primary purpose of data hashing in cybersecurity?
To verify the integrity of data by generating a unique digital fingerprint
Which of the following is a best practice for password management?
Using a unique, complex password for each account
What is the primary purpose of redundancy in cybersecurity?
To ensure the availability of data and services in case of system failures
Test your knowledge on the biggest cybersecurity events of 2020. Explore the most dangerous incident, the costliest in financial terms, and the one with the greatest impact on reputation. Analyze the implications of these events on cybercrime and draw conclusions based on key concepts such as CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability).
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