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What type of information can a phone directory provide to an attacker?
What type of information can a phone directory provide to an attacker?
- Security protocols used in the organization
- Details on system vulnerabilities
- Names and telephone numbers of individuals (correct)
- Organizational charts and reporting structures
What does tailgating refer to in the context of physical security?
What does tailgating refer to in the context of physical security?
- Using an electronic device to gain unauthorized access
- Following an authorized person through a secured entry (correct)
- Monitoring someone entering their passwords
- Impersonating an employee to access secured areas
Which of the following best describes shoulder surfing?
Which of the following best describes shoulder surfing?
- Observing another individual entering sensitive information (correct)
- Using a social engineering tactic to extract passwords
- Installing malware to capture keystrokes
- Manipulating someone's computer settings remotely
Which type of impact results from a successful security attack?
Which type of impact results from a successful security attack?
What type of manual can help identify vulnerabilities within an organization's systems?
What type of manual can help identify vulnerabilities within an organization's systems?
What is the primary goal of security?
What is the primary goal of security?
What does the concept of confidentiality in information security ensure?
What does the concept of confidentiality in information security ensure?
What challenge often accompanies increased security?
What challenge often accompanies increased security?
Which of the following best describes integrity in the context of information security?
Which of the following best describes integrity in the context of information security?
Which aspect of the CIA Triad ensures that information is accessible to authorized users?
Which aspect of the CIA Triad ensures that information is accessible to authorized users?
What does the term 'threat actor' refer to in information security?
What does the term 'threat actor' refer to in information security?
What is a common misconception concerning securing information?
What is a common misconception concerning securing information?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of information protection outlined in the CIA Triad?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of information protection outlined in the CIA Triad?
What is a common tactic used in hoaxes that aims to create urgency among recipients?
What is a common tactic used in hoaxes that aims to create urgency among recipients?
Which of the following best describes a watering hole attack?
Which of the following best describes a watering hole attack?
Which method refers to searching through trash to find useful information for an attack?
Which method refers to searching through trash to find useful information for an attack?
What is the electronic variant of dumpster diving called?
What is the electronic variant of dumpster diving called?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized method of physical security compromise?
Which of the following is NOT a recognized method of physical security compromise?
Why might calendars be considered useful to an attacker?
Why might calendars be considered useful to an attacker?
Which physical procedure involves following someone through a secured entrance?
Which physical procedure involves following someone through a secured entrance?
What type of information is often found on USB flash drives that poses a risk of compromise?
What type of information is often found on USB flash drives that poses a risk of compromise?
Which of the following best describes script kiddies?
Which of the following best describes script kiddies?
What are the consequences of a successful cyber attack?
What are the consequences of a successful cyber attack?
Which category does not fall under cybersecurity vulnerabilities?
Which category does not fall under cybersecurity vulnerabilities?
What is a primary function of information security managerial personnel?
What is a primary function of information security managerial personnel?
An attack vector refers to which of the following?
An attack vector refers to which of the following?
What is a zero-day vulnerability?
What is a zero-day vulnerability?
Which of the following is NOT a category of attack vector?
Which of the following is NOT a category of attack vector?
What challenge is often associated with patching firmware?
What challenge is often associated with patching firmware?
What is a common technique used by social engineers to gain trust?
What is a common technique used by social engineers to gain trust?
Which option is a reason patches can create vulnerabilities?
Which option is a reason patches can create vulnerabilities?
What is social engineering primarily concerned with?
What is social engineering primarily concerned with?
Which of the following is an effect of a zero-day vulnerability?
Which of the following is an effect of a zero-day vulnerability?
Which psychological principle is NOT typically utilized by social engineers?
Which psychological principle is NOT typically utilized by social engineers?
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Study Notes
Information Security and Its Importance
- Information security protects digital information, regardless of its format or location.
- Confidentiality, integrity, and availability are key principles of information security (CIA Triad).
- Increased security often leads to reduced user convenience.
Understanding Threat Actors
- Script kiddies: Individuals with limited technical knowledge who download automated attack software.
- Threat actors: Groups or individuals with malicious intent who target information systems.
Types of Security Vulnerabilities and Attacks
- Platforms: Weaknesses in hardware or software platforms.
- Configurations: Improperly configured systems or applications.
- Third parties: Vulnerabilities introduced by external software providers.
- Patches: Unsolved security flaws in software, often patched with updates.
- Zero-day vulnerabilities: Newly discovered flaws that attackers exploit before anyone recognizes them.
Understanding Attack Vectors
- An attack vector is the path an attacker uses to penetrate a system, like email, wireless networks, removable media, or social media.
Social Engineering Attacks
- Social engineering manipulates vulnerabilities by exploiting individuals' trust and psychological biases.
- Hoaxes: Spreading false information, often through emails, to manipulate users.
- Watering hole attacks: Targeting a specific group with malware-infected websites or resources.
Common Physical Security Procedures
- Dumpster diving: Searching through trash for valuable data.
- Tailgating: Following an authorized person through a security door.
- Shoulder surfing: Observing individuals entering sensitive information, like key codes.
Impacts of Security Attacks
- Successful attacks can result in data loss, data exfiltration, data breaches, and identity theft.
Summary of Key Points
- Information security is critical for protecting digital data.
- Threat actors exploit various vulnerabilities, including platform flaws and zero-day exploits.
- Attack vectors like email, wireless networks, and social media provide avenues for attacks.
- Social engineering attacks rely on manipulating individuals, often through psychological methods.
- Attacks can have significant consequences ranging from data loss to identity theft.
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