Software Licensing in Corporate Environments

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What type of software allows users to view and modify the source code freely?

Commercial software

Site licensed software

Free and open source software (FOSS) (correct)

Closed source software

What document outlines the terms for using software and is usually accepted without being read thoroughly?

Software user manual

End user licensing agreement (EULA) (correct)

Site licensing agreement

Open source agreement

Which standard focuses on protecting credit card information during storage and transmission?

ERG DDD

PCI DSS (correct)

TCP ABC

USB XYZ

What action should retailers take to ensure that credit card information remains private?

Monitor and test networks regularly (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of information is stored in documents like Social Security numbers and driver's licenses?

Private Identifiable Information (PII) (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which organization experienced a significant data breach in July 2015, compromising sensitive information of millions of individuals?

US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does a site license allow for when it comes to software usage?

Usage for everybody at a specific location (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software restricts users from viewing and modifying the source code?

Commercial software (B) Signup and view all the answers

What defines how a retailer should use specific software?

End User Licensing Agreement (EULA) (D) Signup and view all the answers

What government-issued documents may contain sensitive information like Social Security numbers?

Driver’s license and Social Security number (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)?

To give individuals control over their personal data (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which act sets regulations to keep health information secure?

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is PHI an abbreviation for in the context of the text?

Protected Health Information (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to have security controls in place for Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?

To prevent access from unauthorized parties (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which body has established specific guidelines for personal data usage in the European Union?

GDPR (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of data retention requirements within organizations?

To ensure version control and recoverability of data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the right to be forgotten often referred to as under GDPR?

'Right of Erasure' (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) aim to do?

To ensure the security and privacy of health information. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why might an organization need extended data retention?

As an insurance policy against data loss situations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the risks mentioned if someone gains access to Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?

Potential unauthorized access to bank accounts. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a hash for the collected digital data during an incident response?

To verify that the examined evidence is the same as the original evidence (C) Signup and view all the answers

How is a bit-for-bit copy of a storage drive different from simply copying files?

It copies every single bit of information from the storage drive (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a hardware write blocker when collecting evidence from a storage drive?

To prevent any changes to the original data on the drive (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is documentation an essential part of incident response procedures?

To provide a summary of events and details on data acquisition (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a software license typically define?

The terms and conditions on how the software can be used (B) Signup and view all the answers

In software licensing, what does a 'per seat' license mean?

The software can only be used by one person (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of perpetual licenses?

They allow unlimited usage without additional purchases (C) Signup and view all the answers

'Subscription licenses' in software licensing are typically based on what timeframe?

Annual or multi-year subscriptions (D) Signup and view all the answers

'Personal licenses' for software are commonly associated with which type of users?

'Personal licenses' are designed for home users (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of maintaining a chain of custody in information technology incidents?

To prevent tampering with the evidence (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can the integrity of digital evidence be ensured according to the text?

By utilizing hashing (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to label and catalog everything taken as evidence?

To maintain the chain of custody (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended practice when dealing with physical evidence?

Seal the evidence to prevent changes (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why might one want to sign digital evidence with a digital signature?

To ensure only you have access to the evidence (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is being the first responder to an incident considered important?

Because you can mitigate or limit the scope of the event (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Evidence collection in IT involves maintaining a chain of custody to prevent tampering and ensure integrity.
Physical evidence can be labeled, cataloged, and stored in evidence containers, while digital evidence can be copied bit-for-bit and signed with digital signatures.
The first responder to an IT incident has the opportunity to mitigate its scope and report it to management or law enforcement.
Evidence collection may include obtaining copies of storage drives and creating hashes to verify authenticity.
Documentation of the incident response process is crucial for internal and legal purposes.
Software licenses dictate how software can be used, with options including perpetual, subscription, and concurrent licenses.
Free and open source software (FOSS) offers access to the source code and is free to use.
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of standards to protect credit card information during storage and transmission.
Personally identifiable information (PII), including Social Security numbers and driver's licenses, is sensitive and may be subject to specific laws and regulations for handling.
A data breach at the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in 2015 resulted in the theft of sensitive information for approximately 21.5 million people.
Proper management of PII requires robust security controls to prevent unauthorized access, as personal information can serve as a gateway to other types of access.

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Explore the concept of software licensing in corporate settings, including per seat licenses, site licenses, and annual renewals. Learn about free and open-source software alternatives that do not have associated costs.