1_1_4 Section 1 – Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities - Social Engineering - Shoulder Surfing

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What is the purpose of the privacy filter mentioned in the text?

To make the screen completely black for anyone except the user

Why does the text recommend keeping your monitor turned away from a window or hallway in an office setting?

To avoid distractions from outside sources

What could happen if someone fails to take precautions with their screen in public places like flights?

Sensitive information could be viewed by others

Why does the text mention someone in an IT department thinking ahead?

To show consideration for potential privacy concerns

Which action is NOT recommended in order to prevent shoulder surfing, based on the text?

Keeping your monitor turned towards a window

What is the term used to describe the act of obtaining password information and details by looking over someone's shoulder?

Shoulder surfing

How did the author describe their experience of observing sensitive and private information on other people's laptops?

Easy and obvious

In what context does the text suggest that shoulder surfing could take place even from a different building?

When the observer has binoculars or a telescope

What did the author emphasize about being aware of surroundings when working on a computer?

To protect sensitive information

What was mentioned as a remarkable security tool in the text?

A privacy filter

How did the author suggest individuals can protect their sensitive information from shoulder surfing?

Being cautious of their surroundings

What effect does the privacy filter have on the screen for someone not sitting directly in front of the computer?

It displays a black screen

Why might someone in an office want to keep their monitor turned away from a window or hallway?

To prevent shoulder surfing

What is the purpose of using all methods mentioned in the text to prevent others from viewing your screen?

To prevent shoulder surfing

Why is it stated that someone in an IT department has thought ahead in the text?

To highlight the need for cybersecurity measures

What should individuals be cautious about when working on their computers, based on the information provided?

Being aware of potential shoulder surfing threats

What is the term used to describe the act of obtaining sensitive information by looking at someone's computer screen?

Shoulder surfing

Why is it important to be cautious about working on sensitive information in public places according to the text?

To prevent unauthorized access through shoulder surfing

Based on the text, what is one way in which shoulder surfing can be conducted?

By looking over someone's shoulder in public places

What can individuals do to protect their sensitive information from shoulder surfing according to the text?

Keep their computer screens out of view from strangers

In what scenarios is it mentioned that shoulder surfing can occur according to the text?

Mainly in large cities with high-rise buildings

What was highlighted as a common way for people to obtain password information and document details as mentioned in the text?

Shoulder surfing

Learn about the security threat of shoulder surfing where individuals gain access to confidential information by looking over your shoulder, such as passwords and important documents.

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