Privacy and Security Fundamentals

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What is the primary concern of the privacy principle of transparency?

Informing individuals about the collection and use of their personal data

What type of malware demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data?

Ransomware

What security measure converts data into a code to protect it from unauthorized access?

Encryption

What is the primary goal of phishing attacks?

To steal sensitive information

What privacy principle ensures that individuals are informed about the collection and use of their personal data?

Notice

What is the main purpose of a firewall in a security system?

To control incoming and outgoing network traffic

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Privacy

  • Definition: The right to control access to one's personal information and to be free from unauthorized surveillance or intrusion.
  • Key concerns:
    • Data collection and storage
    • Data sharing and selling
    • Privacy breaches and leaks
    • Surveillance and tracking
  • Privacy principles:
    1. Transparency: Organizations must be open about their data collection and usage practices.
    2. Notice: Individuals must be informed about the collection and use of their personal data.
    3. Choice: Individuals must have the ability to opt-out of data collection and usage.
    4. Security: Organizations must protect personal data from unauthorized access.
    5. Enforcement: There must be consequences for organizations that fail to protect personal data.

Security

  • Definition: The protection of computer systems and data from unauthorized access, theft, or malicious attacks.
  • Threats:
    • Malware: Viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and ransomware
    • Phishing: Fraudulent emails, texts, or messages that trick individuals into revealing sensitive information
    • Social engineering: Manipulating individuals into revealing sensitive information or performing certain actions
    • Denial of Service (DoS): Overwhelming a system with traffic to make it unavailable
  • Security measures:
    1. Firewalls: Network devices that control incoming and outgoing network traffic
    2. Encryption: Converting data into a code to protect it from unauthorized access
    3. Access control: Restricting access to systems and data based on user identity and permissions
    4. Regular updates and patches: Keeping software and systems up-to-date to prevent exploitation of known vulnerabilities

Test your understanding of privacy and security principles, including data protection, surveillance, and threat mitigation. Learn about key concerns, principles, and measures to ensure privacy and security in the digital age.

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