Fundamental Security Principles in System Building

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How are the precious stones like the Crown Jewels protected from theft?

Layers of security

What is the significance of layering in protecting the Crown Jewels?

To ensure that multiple layers of security need to be breached for theft

Describe the security measures implemented for protecting the Crown Jewels.

Protective cases with bullet-proof glass, sensors, remote security cameras, guards, and fences

Explain why the Crown Jewels are not openly displayed for anyone to pick up.

To prevent easy access and theft

What role do the massive walls and sensors play in protecting the Crown Jewels?

Detecting any movements or vibrations

What is the advantage of using a layered security approach in information security?

Creating a barrier of multiple defenses that can be coordinated to prevent a variety of attacks.

Why is it important to limit access to sensitive information in information security?

Limiting access reduces the threat against the information.

What should be the level of access granted to users in information security?

The least amount necessary to do their jobs, and no more.

How is diversity related to layering in information security?

Diversity ensures that breaching one security layer does not compromise the whole system.

Give an example of how diversity in security layers can prevent attacks.

Attackers cannot use the same techniques to break through all layers if they are diverse.

Learn about the five fundamental security principles: Layering, Limiting, Diversity, Obscurity, and Simplicity which provide a foundation for building secure systems. Explore how these principles are essential in withstanding cyber attacks.

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