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Which of the following is the biggest cybersecurity threat to organizations?
Which of the following is the biggest cybersecurity threat to organizations?
What can happen if you plug a personal device into a work computer?
What can happen if you plug a personal device into a work computer?
True or False: A VPN ensures complete immunity from cyberattacks.
True or False: A VPN ensures complete immunity from cyberattacks.
False
What is the most secure password?
What is the most secure password?
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What should you do before updating software?
What should you do before updating software?
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What is PII?
What is PII?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of PII?
Which of the following is NOT an example of PII?
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What is the best way to protect sensitive data?
What is the best way to protect sensitive data?
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True or False: Sharing PII without encryption is acceptable for internal use.
True or False: Sharing PII without encryption is acceptable for internal use.
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Why is protecting PII important?
Why is protecting PII important?
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Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing email?
Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing email?
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What is social engineering?
What is social engineering?
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What should you do if you suspect a phishing attempt?
What should you do if you suspect a phishing attempt?
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Which is NOT a social engineering tactic?
Which is NOT a social engineering tactic?
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What is the first step to protect against phishing?
What is the first step to protect against phishing?
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What does ransomware do?
What does ransomware do?
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How can you prevent malware infections?
How can you prevent malware infections?
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What should you do if a ransomware attack occurs?
What should you do if a ransomware attack occurs?
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True or False: Paying the ransom guarantees recovery of your data.
True or False: Paying the ransom guarantees recovery of your data.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?
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What is a common risk of remote work?
What is a common risk of remote work?
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What tool should you use when connecting to public Wi-Fi?
What tool should you use when connecting to public Wi-Fi?
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What is a secure practice for remote work?
What is a secure practice for remote work?
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How can you secure your home Wi-Fi network?
How can you secure your home Wi-Fi network?
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What should you do if you suspect a security breach while working remotely?
What should you do if you suspect a security breach while working remotely?
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What is the first step in responding to a suspected security incident?
What is the first step in responding to a suspected security incident?
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Which of the following should be included in an incident report?
Which of the following should be included in an incident report?
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Why is it important to report security incidents immediately?
Why is it important to report security incidents immediately?
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True or False: Incident response is solely the responsibility of IT.
True or False: Incident response is solely the responsibility of IT.
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What should you NOT do when responding to a security incident?
What should you NOT do when responding to a security incident?
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Why is it important to regularly update software and tools?
Why is it important to regularly update software and tools?
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Which is NOT a secure way to share sensitive files?
Which is NOT a secure way to share sensitive files?
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What is the purpose of a password manager?
What is the purpose of a password manager?
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How can you ensure the safe use of collaboration tools like MS Teams?
How can you ensure the safe use of collaboration tools like MS Teams?
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What is the primary purpose of a VPN?
What is the primary purpose of a VPN?
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Study Notes
General Cybersecurity Awareness
- Biggest cybersecurity threat to organizations: Software vulnerabilities.
- Personal device plugged into work computer: Could introduce malware to the network.
- VPN and cyberattacks: A VPN does not guarantee complete immunity from cyberattacks.
- Secure password: Long phrases with numbers and symbols.
- Software updates: Verify updates through official channels before applying them.
Protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- PII definition: Personally Identifiable Information.
- PII example (not): Business phone number.
- PII examples: Credit card number, Social Security number, email address.
Phishing and Social Engineering
- Phishing email red flags: Urgent language, mismatched email domains, unexpected attachments.
- Social engineering: Manipulating people to gain sensitive information.
- Responding to a suspected phishing attempt: Report it to IT security.
- Not a social engineering tactic: Enabling 2FA.
- Protecting against phishing: Enable email spam filters.
Ransomware and Malware
- Ransomware action: Encrypts files and demands payment.
- Preventing malware infections: Keep software updated, use antivirus software, avoid clicking unknown links.
- Ransomware attack response: Disconnect the infected device.
- Ransom payment and data recovery: Paying the ransom does not guarantee data recovery.
- Not a type of malware: Firewall.
Remote Work Security
- Remote work risk: Unsecured networks, device theft, sensitive data exposure.
- Public Wi-Fi security: Use a VPN.
Incident Reporting and Management
- First step in security incident response: Report it to the IT team.
- Incident report components: Description of the event, date and time of the incident, actions taken in response.
- Importance of immediate incident reporting: Minimizes damage, allows quick mitigation, prevents further attacks.
- Incident response responsibility: Not solely the responsibility of IT.
- Security incident actions to avoid: Tampering with evidence.
Secure Use of Software and Tools
- Software updates importance: To fix security vulnerabilities.
- Secure file sharing: Use encrypted file-sharing platforms, secure email, password-protected links.
- Password manager purpose: To store strong passwords securely.
- Collaboration tools security: Avoid clicking unknown links, restrict access to sensitive channels, use strong passwords.
- VPN purpose: To encrypt and secure communication.
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Test your knowledge on important cybersecurity practices, including threats, securing PII, and identifying phishing attempts. This quiz covers key principles that every individual should know to protect themselves and their organizations from cyber threats.
