OPSEC Process Quiz & Flashcards: Test Your Knowledge

Questions and Answers

All of the following are steps in the OPSEC process EXCEPT:

Identifying critical information

Analyzing risks

Implementing countermeasures

Measuring the amount of information that the adversary possesses (correct)

What is critical information?

Specific facts about friendly intentions, capabilities, and activities concerning operations and exercises.

What defines a threat?

The capability of an adversary coupled with intention to affect friendly operations.

In gathering intelligence, adversaries look for __________.

indicators Signup and view all the answers

As a part of your OPSEC responsibilities, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Use the same password for all online accounts Signup and view all the answers

Why is the identification of critical information important in the OPSEC process?

It focuses the remainder of the OPSEC process on protecting vital information rather than attempting to protect all unclassified information. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of OPSEC?

Reduce the vulnerability of US and multinational forces from successful adversary exploitation of critical information. Signup and view all the answers

What does CIL stand for?

The Critical Information List. Signup and view all the answers

What indicates a vulnerability?

The adversary is capable of collecting critical information, correctly analyzing it, and then taking timely action. Signup and view all the answers

How does OPSEC define Critical Information?

Specific facts about friendly intentions, capabilities, and activities needed by adversaries to plan and act effectively against friendly mission accomplishment. Signup and view all the answers

What can OPSEC countermeasures be used for?

Prevent the adversary from detecting an indicator and from exploiting a vulnerability. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for protecting sensitive unclassified information?

All persons, including civilians and contractors. Signup and view all the answers

What is OPSEC concerned with?

Identifying, controlling, and protecting unclassified information associated with specific military operations and activities. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

OPSEC Fundamentals

OPSEC (Operations Security) is a process aimed at safeguarding critical information from adversaries.
Critical information includes specific details about friendly intentions, capabilities, and operational activities.

Key Definitions

Critical Information List (CIL): A compilation of essential information that needs protection.
Indicators: Friendly actions or open-source information that adversaries can gather and analyze to derive critical information.

Threat Attributes

A threat is defined by an adversary's capability and their intention to impact friendly operations.

Vulnerabilities

A vulnerability arises when an adversary can collect, analyze, and act on critical information efficiently.

OPSEC Process Steps

The initial step assesses the information adversaries may possess but does not include direct measurement of that possession.
Identification of critical information allows a targeted focus on protecting essential rather than all unclassified data.

Responsibilities and Best Practices

Individuals must avoid using the same password across multiple online accounts to minimize leak risks.
All personnel, including civilians and contractors, are responsible for protecting sensitive unclassified information.

OPSEC Goals

Intent to reduce the vulnerability of U.S. and allied forces from adversaries exploiting critical information.
Implementing OPSEC countermeasures can help prevent adversaries from sensing indicators or exploiting vulnerabilities associated with military operations.

Description

Test your knowledge on Operational Security (OPSEC) with this set of flashcards. Each card covers essential concepts, definitions, and processes that are crucial in understanding how to protect critical information from adversaries. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their OPSEC awareness.