10 Questions
What is the term for the practice of hiding information by converting plaintext into unreadable text?
Cryptography
What is the term for an intelligent individual who utilizes computer skills to break into a system/network?
Hacker
What is the term for the continuous gathering of knowledge of possible attacks?
Threat Intelligence
What is the term for a weakness that can be exploited by a threat?
Vulnerability
What is the term for anything of value to an organization?
Asset
What does cryptography refer to in the context of cybersecurity?
The practice of hiding information by converting plaintext into unreadable text
What is the main purpose of threat intelligence in cybersecurity?
To gather knowledge about possible attacks
What does malware refer to in the context of cybersecurity?
Software designed to harm devices or networks
What is the main purpose of authentication in cybersecurity?
The process of verifying oneself
What does asset refer to in the context of cybersecurity?
Anything of value to an organization
Study Notes
What is Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks, people, and data from cyber-attacks.
- It is essential to protect individuals and organizations from cyber-attacks as we rely on the Internet in most of our tasks.
Cybersecurity Professionals Roles
- Protect against external and internal threats.
- Ensure that organizations meet regulatory compliance requirements.
- Maintain and improve business productivity.
Core Skills of a Cybersecurity Professional
- (Not specified in the text, but implied as important)
Cybersecurity Value
- Consider your own role in cybersecurity as a cybersecurity professional.
- Questions to consider:
- What cybersecurity problems are you solving?
- How are you protecting your organization?
- How are you protecting people?
- What is the most exciting part about your day?
CIA Model
- (Not explained in the text, but mentioned as a topic)
Test your knowledge of cybersecurity basics and the roles of cybersecurity professionals. Learn about the practice of protecting systems, networks, people, and data from cyber-attacks, as well as the responsibilities of cybersecurity professionals in organizations.
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