5.2 – Regulations, Standards, and Frameworks

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What does the GDPR focus on?

Managing vulnerabilities in systems

Providing guidelines for secure networks

Protecting private information (correct)

Preventing credit card fraud

What is the main purpose of PCI DSS?

Ensuring websites follow GDPR

Creating an EU policy

Protecting credit card transactions (correct)

Maintaining international laws

What is a key aspect of GDPR regarding private information?

Allowing websites to gather information freely

Putting control of data in individuals' hands (correct)

Providing detailed credit card policies

Exporting data outside the EU

Which organization administers the guidelines for PCI DSS?

Payment card industry Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for an IT security professional to track compliance regulations closely?

To avoid fines that could amount to millions of dollars Signup and view all the answers

What action can individuals in the EU take under GDPR?

Control where their private information is stored Signup and view all the answers

Why is ongoing testing necessary under PCI DSS guidelines?

To maintain security controls for credit card data Signup and view all the answers

In addition to data security, what other aspect of an organization's business may have specific regulations associated with it?

Financial transactions Signup and view all the answers

Apart from fines, what other consequence can an organization face for not following compliance regulations?

Incarceration or jail time Signup and view all the answers

What potential penalty is highlighted as the worst-case scenario for an IT security professional if compliance regulations are not followed?

Loss of employment Signup and view all the answers

Where could compliance regulations be based according to the text?

National laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding the scope of compliance regulations for an organization?

To ensure proper adherence to regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges mentioned when it comes to implementing security frameworks?

Different organizations may have unique security requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Why are security frameworks valuable for IT security professionals?

They help in understanding security processes and guide in following them. Signup and view all the answers

What can security frameworks help in determining?

Tasks to undertake and prioritize. Signup and view all the answers

In what way can security frameworks assist in improving security processes?

By helping build security processes from scratch or enhancing existing ones. Signup and view all the answers

Why do organizations need to refer to security frameworks?

To understand and implement necessary security processes effectively. Signup and view all the answers

What role do compliance and regulations play in organizations' approach to cybersecurity?

Compliance and regulations guide organizations in setting up unique security requirements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the suite of reports associated with trust services criteria or security controls?

SOC 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of a type I audit?

Examining controls at a specific date and time Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for creating the cloud controls matrix framework (CCM)?

CSA Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum length requirement for a type II audit?

6 months Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of security controls does a SOC 2 audit typically focus on?

Firewalls and intrusion detection Signup and view all the answers

What type of organizations are more likely to undergo the series of audits described in the text?

Large organizations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the CIS critical security controls framework?

To assist smaller organizations with security posture Signup and view all the answers

What is a key advantage of the NIST RMF framework?

It contains six steps for system lifecycle management Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the NIST CSF framework from the NIST RMF framework?

CSF focuses on organizational cybersecurity approaches, while RMF emphasizes risk management Signup and view all the answers

Which International Organization for Standardization framework focuses on privacy management?

ISO/IEC 27701 Signup and view all the answers

What does the ISO/IEC 27002 framework provide?

A code of practice for information security controls Signup and view all the answers

Why might an organization consider the NIST CSF framework?

For implementing cybersecurity approaches in a commercial setting Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes SSAE SOC 2 types I and II frameworks?

They are related to audits and from AICPA Signup and view all the answers

'Identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover' are part of which framework core?

NIST CSF Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to follow hardening guidelines for servers and operating systems?

To prevent potential data leakage and unauthorized access. Signup and view all the answers

Where can you typically find detailed security information for very complex software implementations?

On websites, blogs, and manufacturer's resources. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common concern when it comes to web servers that are publicly facing?

Potential data leakage and unauthorized access. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to have the right configurations in place for publicly accessible servers?

To prevent data leakage and unauthorized access. Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if a server's default configuration is left unchanged?

There may be a risk of providing unauthorized access or data leakage. Signup and view all the answers

What are hardening guides used for when configuring devices?

To enhance device security by enabling safe configurations. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key practice mentioned in a web server hardening guide to prevent information leakage?

Adding banner information and enabling directory browsing Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to configure SSL for encrypted communication with a web server?

To ensure secure communication between clients and the server Signup and view all the answers

What should be the minimum password length and complexity for user accounts configured on operating systems?

Minimum password length and complexity Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to constantly monitor security on a system through antivirus or anti-malware software?

To detect and prevent malicious activities Signup and view all the answers

What specific function does application server software serve in relation to a web server?

It isolates the web server from the data itself Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to disable capabilities outside the scope of an application server in its configuration?

To ensure security by reducing attack surface Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to default authentication settings on networking infrastructure devices like switches and routers?

They should be altered from default to prevent unauthorized access Signup and view all the answers

Why are security patches critical for purpose-built networking devices like switches and routers?

They address vulnerabilities and enhance security Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for regularly updating the operating system on networking infrastructure devices?

To apply the latest security patches Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to configure application server software with limited access to the operating system?

To reduce the attack surface and enhance security Signup and view all the answers