Cybersecurity - Study Set
The Internet of Things... A) Increases our vulnerability to cyber attacks B) Decreases our vulnerability to cyber attacks C) Increases our understanding of cyber attacks D) Decreases our understanding of cyber attacks
A
What is an example of a device that is not a part of the Internet of Things?
A physical combination padlock for your gym locker
What is the Integrity Branch of the CIA Triad?
Aims at ensuring that information is protected from authorized or unintentional alteration.
What device is not connected to the Internet of Things?
An AM/FM radio without any Bluetooth or Internet connection capabilities
Which of the following statements are true? A) There has been a decrease in the number of cyber attacks in the past decade. B) Cybersecurity is the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks. C) Cyber attacks in the past few years have impacted individuals, governments, and organizations.
B and C
Alice is checking her grades on a school computer in the library, and she forgets to log out before she leaves. Bob gets on the computer after her, and he sees her grades for all of her classes. Which part of the CIA triad was broken?
Confidentiality
Sarah puts a lock on her diary so only she can read it. Her little brother breaks the lock and reads her diary. Which part of the CIA triad was broken?
Confidentiality
What is the CIA Triad?
Confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It is a widely-accepted security measure that should be guaranteed in every secure system.
What information is at risk when using the Internet?
Credit card numbers Bank accounts Medical records Contact information Photos Passwords
Which kind of personal information do people send over the Internet? A) Credit Card Numbers B) Contact Information C) Medical Information D) All answers are correct
D
Alice is buying books from an online retail site, and she finds that she is able to change the price of a book from $19.99 to $1.99. Which part of the CIA triad has been broken?
Integrity
Cynthia discovers that she has the ability to modify the lunch menu posted on her school's website. She edits the website so for lunch every day, it says "Eggs and Pancakes". Which part of the CIA triad was broken?
Integrity
In 2016, online fraud cases in the United States resulted in victim losses totaling...
Over $1.2 billion
What is cybersecurity?
Protection of computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.
How do we prevent cyber attacks?
Secure systems with firewalls & other security measures Follow security best practices - strong passwords, multi-factor authentication Find and fix system vulnerabilities Respond to cyber attacks to prevent further damage
Student A predicts there will be 3.5 million FILLED cybersecurity positions worldwide by 2021. Student B predicts there will be 3.5 million UNFILLED cybersecurity positions worldwide by 2021. Who is correct?
Student B
What is the Availability Branch of the CIA Triad?
The assurance that systems and data are accessible by authorized users when and where needed.
What is the Internet of Things?
The network of devices with ability to connect & exchange data.
What is the Confidentiality Branch of the CIA Triad?
The protection of information from people who are not authorized to view it.
What do cybersecurity careers involve?
Try to break security systems Fix weaknesses Use creative problem-solving
