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 increase the brightness of the screen
  • To enhance the colors on the screen
  • To improve the visibility for those around the user
  • To make the screen completely black for anyone except the user (correct)

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

  • To increase visibility for everyone in the vicinity
  • To prevent glare on the screen
  • To save energy by using less screen brightness
  • To avoid distractions from outside sources (correct)

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

  • Sensitive information could be viewed by others (correct)
  • They might drop their device
  • Their device might overheat
  • They might lose internet connection

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

<p>To show consideration for potential privacy concerns (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Keeping your monitor turned towards a window (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Shoulder surfing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Easy and obvious (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>When the observer has binoculars or a telescope (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To protect sensitive information (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>A privacy filter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Being cautious of their surroundings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>It displays a black screen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To prevent shoulder surfing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To prevent shoulder surfing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To highlight the need for cybersecurity measures (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Being aware of potential shoulder surfing threats (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Shoulder surfing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To prevent unauthorized access through shoulder surfing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>By looking over someone's shoulder in public places (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Keep their computer screens out of view from strangers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Mainly in large cities with high-rise buildings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Shoulder surfing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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