Security Risk Analysis and Cybersecurity Quiz

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What are the three parts of security risk analysis?

Risk assessment, Risk management, Risk communication

What is the purpose of application security?

To protect applications from external threats.

What is the most basic software countermeasure for application security?

Application firewall

Name one hardware countermeasure for application security.

Router

Mention one example of a database security countermeasure.

Encryption/decryption programs

Why is database security becoming a bigger issue?

Due to the increase in the amount of electronically shared sensitive data.

What are the three components of database protection?

  1. Confidentiality
  2. Integrity
  3. Availability

List the three components of email management.

  1. Mail flow
  2. Storage
  3. User access (at server and user levels)

What is Internet security focused on?

Internet security is a branch of computer security specifically related to the Internet.

Name three types of security related to Internet security.

  1. Network layer security
  2. Internet Protocol Security (IPSec)
  3. Security token

What does a computer firewall control?

A computer firewall controls access between networks.

What is the significance of encryption in Internet security?

Encryption is used to protect the transfer of data.

What are three key components of cybersecurity strategies?

Identity management, Risk management, Incident management

List two of the ten most important cybersecurity actions.

Protect essential software and hardware, Implement training and awareness programs

Define risk analysis in the context of security.

The process of identifying, assessing, and reducing risks to an acceptable level.

What is the purpose of risk management in cybersecurity?

To identify, assess, and prioritize risks to minimize their impact.

What does application security involve?

Protecting software applications from threats and vulnerabilities.

What is the significance of training and awareness programs in cybersecurity?

To educate employees on security best practices and potential risks.

Test your knowledge on security risk analysis and cybersecurity, covering topics such as risk assessment, risk management, and risk communication. This quiz is based on lectures by Diman M. Mohammad.

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