Information Security Fundamentals

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What are the multiple layers of security that a successful organization should have in place?

  • Physical security, personal security, operations security, communications security (correct)
  • Financial security, emotional security, network security, information security
  • Password security, firewall security, antivirus security, encryption security
  • Cybersecurity, data security, internet security, software security

Which of the following is considered a necessary tool for ensuring information security?

  • Encryption keys, biometrics, access controls, and CCTV cameras
  • Data backups, antivirus software, network monitoring tools, and intrusion detection systems
  • Policies, awareness, training, and technology (correct)
  • Firewalls, routers, switches, and servers

What are the critical elements protected by information security?

  • Hardware only
  • Systems and hardware that use, store, and transmit information (correct)
  • Software only
  • Networking devices only

What does the C.I.A. triangle stand for in the context of information security?

<p>Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the multiple layers of security in place for a successful organization?

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

What is the primary goal of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology?

<p>To create a comprehensive security posture or program (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the SDLC involves identifying the project's goals, constraints, and outcomes?

<p>Investigation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Logical Design phase, what aspect of information security is addressed?

<p>Creating blueprints for information security (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important phase of the SDLC, according to the text?

<p>Maintenance and Change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which phase are security solutions acquired, tested, implemented, and tested again?

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

What is the purpose of performing a feasibility analysis in the Physical Design phase?

<p>To determine whether the project should continue or be outsourced (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of information security is considered the weakest link?

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

When a computer is used as an active tool to conduct an attack, it is considered:

<p>The subject of the attack (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attack involves compromising a system and using it to attack other systems?

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

Which of the following is NOT considered a component of information security?

<p>Firewalls (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main target of intentional attacks, according to the text?

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

Which statement about information security is true, according to the text?

<p>Perfect security is impossible to achieve (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of a Data Custodian?

<p>Ensuring storage, maintenance, and protection of information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are Data Users in an organization?

<p>End users who work with information to support the organization's mission (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of individuals are part of Communities of Interest?

<p>Information security and technology management professionals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did computer security begin according to the text?

<p>After the development of mainframes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of successful organizations according to the text?

<p>Having multiple layers of security in place (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Information Security aim to achieve?

<p>Balanced management of information risks and controls (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is information security described as?

<p>A combination of art and science (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about how information security should be managed in an organization?

<p>It should be managed using a structured methodology like SecSDLC (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does security represent?

<p>A balance between protection and availability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text NOT suggest about information security?

<p>It is a purely technical endeavor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, which of the following is true about managing information security?

<p>It should be managed using a structured methodology like SecSDLC (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when it comes to security?

<p>A balance between protection and availability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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