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Which of the following is a key feature of database security to ensure only authorized users can access data?
Which of the following is a key feature of database security to ensure only authorized users can access data?
- Device passwords
- Data encryption
- Anti-malware protection
- User privilege levels (correct)
Which of these is NOT a database security feature according to the text?
Which of these is NOT a database security feature according to the text?
- Restricting access to the database software with a device password
- Installing anti-malware software on the computer system (correct)
- Encrypting data to make it unreadable without a secret key
- Assigning different privilege levels to users
What is the main purpose of data encryption in a database system?
What is the main purpose of data encryption in a database system?
- To restrict access to all users except the top-level administrator
- To translate data into an unreadable form that can only be deciphered with a secret key (correct)
- To prevent unauthorized access to the database software
- To install anti-malware protection on the computer system
Which of the following is NOT a way that databases ensure data security according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT a way that databases ensure data security according to the text?
Which of the following database security features allows lower-level users to view records but not change or delete them?
Which of the following database security features allows lower-level users to view records but not change or delete them?
What is the main purpose of using device passwords in a database system according to the text?
What is the main purpose of using device passwords in a database system according to the text?
Which security practice helps prevent unauthorized access to sensitive systems or data?
Which security practice helps prevent unauthorized access to sensitive systems or data?
Which of the following is a legitimate source for obtaining software installation files?
Which of the following is a legitimate source for obtaining software installation files?
Which security principle helps limit the potential damage caused by a compromised user account?
Which security principle helps limit the potential damage caused by a compromised user account?
What is a potential risk associated with installing unauthorized third-party applications?
What is a potential risk associated with installing unauthorized third-party applications?
Which of the following is an example of a physical security measure?
Which of the following is an example of a physical security measure?
What is the purpose of authorization in information security?
What is the purpose of authorization in information security?
Which of the following best describes multifactor authentication?
Which of the following best describes multifactor authentication?
What is the most secure source for installing software on a device?
What is the most secure source for installing software on a device?
Why is it generally recommended to avoid installing third-party apps on devices?
Why is it generally recommended to avoid installing third-party apps on devices?
Which statement about authorization is true?
Which statement about authorization is true?
What is an effective physical security measure for devices?
What is an effective physical security measure for devices?
Which statement about software updates is true?
Which statement about software updates is true?
