18 Questions
What are the recommended criteria for creating a secure password according to the text?
Long length, uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters
Which of the following is not recommended for a secure password based on the text?
Using a family member's name
What is an example of a communication control mentioned in the text?
Whitelisting and blacklisting
Which technology is illustrated in Figure 4.3 (a)?
Firewall for home computer
What does public key encryption primarily aim to achieve?
Secure data transmission over networks
Which entity was involved in successful operations against cybercrime according to the text?
European authorities and Encrochat
What factor contributes to vulnerability in information security by mentioning the increasing interconnectedness of business environments?
Today’s interconnected, interdependent, wirelessly networked business environment
Which type of human error poses a significant threat to information systems according to the text?
Opening questionable e-mail
In the context of security threats, which human resources are highlighted as posing significant threats?
Higher level employees with greater access privileges
What type of human error involves being careless with laptops and computing devices according to the text?
Carelessness with laptops and computing devices
Which action is deemed careless and poses a threat according to the text in terms of human errors?
Careless Internet surfing
Which area is identified as posing significant threats due to human errors in information security?
Human resources and Information systems
What is the purpose of physical controls in information security?
To prevent unauthorized individuals from gaining access to a company’s facilities
Which type of site is used as a backup location for business operations during a disaster?
Hot site
What is the main focus of business continuity planning?
Ensuring business operations continue in the event of disruptions
Which of the following is NOT considered an access control mechanism?
Firewall
What does authentication in information security refer to?
Something the user knows
Which of the following is NOT a communication control in information security?
Firewall
Study Notes
Secure Password Criteria
- A secure password should be long, complex, and unique
- Avoid using easily guessable information, such as name, birthdate, or common words
Password Recommendations
- Not recommended: using easily guessable information, such as name, birthdate, or common words
Communication Control
- Example: firewalls, which control incoming and outgoing network traffic
Encryption Technology
- Figure 4.3 (a) illustrates asymmetric encryption, also known as public key encryption
Public Key Encryption
- Primarily aims to achieve secure data transmission over the internet
Cybercrime Operations
- Entity involved: law enforcement agencies
Information Security Vulnerability
- Factor contributing to vulnerability: increasing interconnectedness of business environments
Human Error Threats
- Significant threats to information systems: social engineering attacks and careless behavior
- Human resources posing significant threats: employees, contractors, and third-party vendors
- Type of human error: being careless with laptops and computing devices (e.g., losing devices, sharing passwords)
- Careless action: leaving devices unattended or using unsecured networks
Human Error Areas
- Area posing significant threats: physical security (e.g., lost or stolen devices)
Physical Controls
- Purpose: to prevent unauthorized access to physical assets, such as buildings, data centers, and devices
Disaster Recovery
- Type of site used as a backup location: hot site or cold site
- Main focus of business continuity planning: ensuring continuous business operations during a disaster or disruption
Access Control
- Not considered an access control mechanism: encryption
Authentication
- Refers to verifying the identity of users, devices, or systems
Test your knowledge on information security controls, including physical controls and access controls. Explore topics such as risk analysis, risk mitigation, risk acceptance, and types of auditors and audits.
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