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Countermeasures control or hide _______ and reduce vulnerabilities.
Countermeasures control or hide _______ and reduce vulnerabilities.
Indicators
OPSEC is designed to protect __________.
OPSEC is designed to protect __________.
Critical Information
Risk is the measure of the _____ an adversary will compromise key operational information.
Risk is the measure of the _____ an adversary will compromise key operational information.
Probability
Which of the following does NOT define OPSEC?
Which of the following does NOT define OPSEC?
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A vulnerability is a _____ that provides an adversary opportunity for exploitation.
A vulnerability is a _____ that provides an adversary opportunity for exploitation.
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What is the third step of the OPSEC 5 process?
What is the third step of the OPSEC 5 process?
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A viable threat is indicated by ________.
A viable threat is indicated by ________.
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What type of information does OPSEC safeguard?
What type of information does OPSEC safeguard?
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What should you do when the FPCON at your unit has changed from Alpha to Bravo?
What should you do when the FPCON at your unit has changed from Alpha to Bravo?
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Which of the following define OPSEC?
Which of the following define OPSEC?
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Which of the following characterize your role in anti-terrorism in force protection efforts?
Which of the following characterize your role in anti-terrorism in force protection efforts?
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What are your roles in the AT program?
What are your roles in the AT program?
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Which of the following actions would you take to decrease your chance of becoming a terrorist target?
Which of the following actions would you take to decrease your chance of becoming a terrorist target?
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Anti-terrorism establishes ____ procedures and measures for use in responding to ____ levels of terrorist threats to Coast Guard units ashore and afloat.
Anti-terrorism establishes ____ procedures and measures for use in responding to ____ levels of terrorist threats to Coast Guard units ashore and afloat.
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As part of the observe step in AT, you should make sure to pay attention to activities that are ___.
As part of the observe step in AT, you should make sure to pay attention to activities that are ___.
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What should you do if a shipmate posted sensitive information on social media?
What should you do if a shipmate posted sensitive information on social media?
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Force protection standardizes ___ terrorist threats.
Force protection standardizes ___ terrorist threats.
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Study Notes
OPSEC Fundamentals
- Countermeasures control or hide indicators and reduce vulnerabilities.
- OPSEC is designed to protect critical information.
- Risk measures the probability that an adversary will compromise key operational information.
- OPSEC is not a security program used to punish careless individuals.
Vulnerabilities and Threats
- A vulnerability is a weakness that provides an adversary an opportunity for exploitation.
- The third step of the OPSEC 5 process is to analyze vulnerabilities.
- A viable threat is characterized by intent and capability.
Information Protection
- OPSEC safeguards intentions and capabilities of operations.
- Force Protection Condition (FPCON) changes require increased awareness and open discussion among crew members.
- OPSEC is a process used to keep certain information from adversaries and fosters a protective mindset.
Roles in Anti-Terrorism (AT)
- Key roles in anti-terrorism include knowing FPCON levels, reporting suspicious activities, following security plans, and protecting personnel.
- In the AT program, roles encompass report, observe, and protect.
Personal Safety Measures
- To decrease the chance of becoming a terrorist target, consider wearing civilian clothes during commutes and varying work schedules.
- Establishes uniform, progressive procedures and measures for responding to various levels of terrorist threats to Coast Guard units.
Observational Responsibilities
- In the observation step of AT, pay attention to activities that are out of the ordinary.
- If a shipmate posts sensitive information online, you should ask them to remove it and notify a supervisor.
Force Protection Actions
- Force protection standardizes identification, responses to, and preventative actions for terrorist threats.
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Test your knowledge of Operational Security (OPSEC) fundamentals with this quiz. It covers key concepts such as critical information, risk assessment, and countermeasures. Perfect for those studying security protocols within the USCG framework.
