Fundamental Cyber Security Concepts Course
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What is one of the fundamental cyber security concepts covered in the course?

  • The history of artificial intelligence
  • The differences between routers and switches
  • Understanding the CIA triad (correct)
  • How to use specific security tools

Why is understanding zero trust important in modern cyber security?

  • To increase cyber threats
  • To implement security controls effectively (correct)
  • To learn how to hack into systems
  • To bypass security operations

Which of the following is NOT covered in this cyber security course?

  • Implementing security controls
  • How to use specific security tools (correct)
  • Learning about offensive security techniques
  • Understanding key concepts across identity and data security

What does the course aim to teach about security controls?

<p>The forms that security controls can take (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some key concepts and themes covered in this cyber security course?

<p>Identity, networking, and security operations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a threat agent?

<p>An individual, group, organisation, or automated system that has the potential to exploit vulnerabilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a threat?

<p>A potential event or action that can exploit system vulnerabilities to cause harm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a vulnerability refer to in cybersecurity?

<p>A weakness or flaw in a system's design that can be exploited (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who could be considered a threat agent?

<p>An entity capable of exploiting system weaknesses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the 'what' in terms of potential harm to an organisation's assets?

<p>Threat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In cybersecurity, what is one of the most common actions classified as a threat?

<p>Data breaches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of security controls?

<p>To protect information systems and assets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of controls involves guidelines and procedures governing security practices?

<p>Administrative Controls (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do security policies and procedures define?

<p>How to maintain security within an organization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are technical controls mainly based on?

<p>Using technology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of control focuses on educating employees about security best practices?

<p>User Awareness Controls (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of cybersecurity risk management, what is exposure?

<p>When vulnerabilities are exploited by threat agents (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of logging and auditing in an organization?

<p>To monitor and record system activities for security and compliance purposes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which security control category focuses on guidelines for writing software to minimize vulnerabilities?

<p>Secure coding practices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do legal and regulatory controls ensure within an organization?

<p>Compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of risk management is considered important for all security professionals?

<p>Continuous assessment of security risks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect helps organizations decide what action to take against risks to the business?

<p>Constant assessment of security risks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which standard is specifically mentioned in the text as relevant for payment card data security?

<p>PCI DSS (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Least Privilege in cybersecurity?

<p>Limiting access to only the necessary level for tasks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Micro-Segmentation help in limiting lateral movement in a network breach?

<p>It divides network resources into smaller segments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Zero Trust from traditional security architectures regarding trust?

<p>Traditional models implicitly trust internal users and devices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Continuous Monitoring in cybersecurity?

<p>Detecting anomalies and potential threats in real-time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Data Encryption protect information in cybersecurity?

<p>Prevents unauthorized access by encrypting data in transit and at rest (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What context is used for enforcing Strict Access Control in cybersecurity?

<p>Device health, user roles, and network location (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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