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What is a key action to prevent attacks by malicious insiders?
What is a key action to prevent attacks by malicious insiders?
- Enhance network speed and capacity.
- Promptly delete accounts of departing employees. (correct)
- Install more advanced hardware.
- Increase employee training sessions.
What is the primary goal of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in terms of cybersecurity?
What is the primary goal of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in terms of cybersecurity?
- To enhance social media platforms.
- To secure critical infrastructure and information systems. (correct)
- To promote software development.
- To increase the number of internet users.
Which strategy should be prioritized to address high-impact vulnerabilities in cybersecurity?
Which strategy should be prioritized to address high-impact vulnerabilities in cybersecurity?
- Fix them on a voluntary schedule.
- Create more user accounts for testing.
- Ignore them until they cause problems.
- Fix them on a priority basis. (correct)
What does a security audit primarily evaluate?
What does a security audit primarily evaluate?
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Which of the following actions is NOT recommended for preventing insider attacks?
Which of the following actions is NOT recommended for preventing insider attacks?
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Study Notes
Prevention Strategies Against Insider Threats
- Safeguards are essential to counteract risks posed by malicious insiders.
- Immediate action is required to delete the computer accounts, login IDs, and passwords of employees and contractors who are leaving an organization.
Role of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- DHS focuses on securing critical infrastructure and information systems within the U.S.
- It addresses and mitigates critical internet security threats effectively.
Handling Vulnerabilities
- High-impact vulnerabilities must be prioritized for fixing to safeguard systems effectively.
- Ensuring these fixes are executed promptly can significantly reduce potential risks.
Importance of IT Security Audits
- Periodic IT security audits assess the robustness of an organization's security policies.
- A thorough security audit verifies if the established security policy is effectively implemented and adhered to.
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