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The ethical concerns of the digital age can be divided into ___ dimensions (categories).
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Who performs probable maximum loss calculations?
A company's cybersecurity analysts
Which of the following is an example of data in process? More than one answer may be correct.
A food order placed through Uber Eats A password that has been submitted for authentication A username that has been submitted for authentication
Which of the following is an example of data in transit? More than one answer may be correct.
A person uses an app on their smartphone to check their bank balance. At home, a person sends a photo taken on their smartphone to display on their smart TV.
How does a rootkit pose a cybersecurity threat? More than one answer may be correct.
A range of malicious actions is possible because the invader has the same access as the computer's owner or user. Installed on a computer's operating system, a rootkit bypasses security functions.
To get to the bottom of the odd computer problems she was having, Priya listed these symptoms: files mysteriously disappearing, system configurations unexpectedly altered, and two icons showing up for applications she did not download. What malware could have been installed on Priya's computer?
A rootkit
Which three of the following are considered intellectual property and entitled to protection?
A story that you published. A mural that you painted. A song that you wrote.
What is the correct definition of a cybersecurity exploit?
A tool or technique for taking advantage of a cybersecurity vulnerability to break into a system and cause harm.
According to the CIA triad, in which of the following examples is an organization ensuring data integrity? More than one answer may be correct.
Access to important data is limited so that only certain employees are able to modify that data. During an acquisition, logistics data are securely transferred to the acquiring company's servers.
Select all options that describe the goals of the Respond (RS) function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Be able to quickly analyze a detected cybersecurity issue Be prepared to swiftly mitigate harm caused by a cybersecurity event Establish procedures that enable action in the event of a cybersecurity incident
From the following list, select all options that describe the purposes of a cybersecurity risk analysis.
Calculate potential loss due to security threats Identify a company's assets Determine how to respond to a potential loss
Who does California's SB-327 for IoT Security aim to protect and who bears the responsibility?
California's SB-327 for IoT Security helps to protect consumers; the responsibility lies with makers of devices that connect with the Internet.
Select all options that describe the device features mandated by California's SB-327 for IoT Security.
Constructed to protect the device and any data it stores Suitable for the type of data the device will contain and relay Appropriate to the intended use of the device
Select the dimension (category) of ethical behavior that is illustrated by the following concern. Fourteen-year-olds are interested in cannabis shops but a state has determined that in order to view the websites of these shops you must be at least 21. How should this be managed and who should be responsible in case of violations?
Control and accountability
Which two of the following are examples of ethical concerns that have been created as a result of new technologies?
Cyberbullying Digital piracy
How does cybersecurity help preserve the integrity of data, information, and systems? More than one answer may be correct.
Cybersecurity threat mitigation includes measures to protect the consistency, accuracy, and dependability of these assets. Cybersecurity systems are designed to detect unauthorized or unanticipated changes to data that suggest a loss of integrity. Cybersecurity tools such as user-access controls, file permission, and version controls help prevent unauthorized changes.
are cybersecurity breaches that make a computer or online service unavailable to its users.
DDOS attacks
Which of the following is an example of a tool that could be used to ensure data integrity? More than one answer may be correct.
Data correction codes are used to ensure the data retrieved are the same as when it was stored. Data are regularly backed up.
Which of the following is considered a cybersecurity threat to data at rest? More than one answer may be correct.
Data will be stolen. Data will be viewed by unauthorized users.
What is the "DE" function in the National Institute of Standards Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework?
Detect function
Which of the following is an example of a task that might be completed during the planning stage of the plan-protect-respond cycle? More than one answer may be correct.
Determine the degree of vulnerability that exists. Having an authorized user attempt to hack into the system to determine vulnerabilities. Determine what security flaws exist.
A religious leader might instruct you on how to uphold high morals, but the reasons for acting morally are based on your
Ethics
Select all options that describe the goals of the National Institute of Standards Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework.
Help organizations develop appropriate policies and procedures to mitigate data breaches Create an atmosphere where organizations can effectively discuss cybersecurity risks internally and with those outside of the organization Give guidance to organizations who wish to understand potential security breaches
Select all options that describe standards set forth by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for compliance by companies who handle individuals' data.
Hire a data protection officer Notify citizens of data breaches Make collected data anonymous
Which function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework involves an organization gaining deeper understanding of cybersecurity management in the context of their business needs and resources?
Identify (ID) function
Why is preserving the integrity of data, information, and systems an important cybersecurity goal?
If the consistency, accuracy, or dependability of these assets has been compromised, they lose their usefulness and value.
Which of the following are considered cybersecurity breaches? More than one option may be correct.
Impersonation Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS) Viruses Spyware
The five categories of the Respond (RS) function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework include planning, analysis, and mitigation. From the list below, select the remaining two categories.
Improvements to cybersecurity response plans Communication
Which dimension of ethical behavior in the digital age is represented by the following question? You are interviewing 3 applicants for a management position in your firm and wish to ensure that they will represent your company with professionalism and maturity. Should you check the applicants' social media sites prior to making your hiring decision?
Information Privacy Rights
Your boss states that in your organization data must be used responsibly and privacy should always be respected. This aligns with which dimension of ethical concerns in the digital age?
Information Privacy Rights
Ethical challenges raised by the use of information systems fall into 5 dimensions (categories). Which 3 of the following are included in these 5 dimensions?
Information privacy rights Quality of life Copyright and intellectual property rights
From the following list, select all types of events and conditions that are considered cybersecurity threats.
Intentional events Misuse or abuse of IT assets Failure of IT assets Errors, weaknesses, or defects in IT assets Unintentional, accidental, and incidental events
Which of the following is prohibited by the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act? More than one answer may be correct
Intentionally destroying a computer Cyber blackmail
Which of the following statements refer to programs known as spiders, web crawlers, and bots? More than one answer may be correct.
Internet robots are used for both legitimate and malicious purposes. "Good bots" have diverse functions and do not pose security risks. Malicious bots create security risks by compromising a user's control of the computer.
A movie streaming company is offering an online deal on HD movies to new customers who live in a certain country. How can authentication help the company protect its assets and resources from fraudulent use of the deal? More than one answer may be correct.
It can verify that the customer lives in the correct country. It can verify that the customer is new to the company or service. It can grant the customer access to the appropriate movies.
Which of the following surveillance technologies relies on how data are entered into a system?
Keyloggers
What is the goal of the protect stage in the plan-protect-respond cycle? More than one answer may be correct.
Limit the impact of a security breach. Ensure uninterrupted delivery of vital services.
Technology has brought about many ethical challenges. One of these technologies is Deepfake. Deepfake refers to
Modifying images or video by replacing one person's likeness with that of another.
Where are data in transit found?
On a cellular network
Which of the following is an example of an event that may occur during the protect stage of the plan-protect-respond cycle? More than one answer may be correct.
Perform routine maintenance on organizational resources. Require all employees to attend training that outlines the different types of security threats their organization faces. Determine levels of access control.
For a cybersecurity plan to succeed, which of the following must remain confidential? Select all correct answer options.
Private or sensitive data and information The organization's digital or computer systems The logins and passwords of authorized users
Which function of the National Institute of Standards Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework involves an organization analyzing cybersecurity risk and reducing potential damage to IT infrastructures?
Protect (PR) function
Which of the following are areas covered by state-specific cybersecurity laws? More than one answer may be correct
Protecting elections from cyber threats. Addressing security needs of smart devices. Ensuring state and local governments are protected from cybersecurity threats.
Childhood obesity may be associated with the increased use of video games. Which dimension of ethical concerns in the digital age would examine this issue?
Quality of life
Which of these threats to cybersecurity can only come from an external source?
Ransomware
In which function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework are an organization's cybersecurity plans corrected due to a cybersecurity event?
Recover (RC) function
In which function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework does an organization's cybersecurity team take quick action to mitigate damage to systems?
Respond (RS) function
In what stage of the plan-protect-respond cycle is the cause of an incident investigated?
Responding stage
Select all options that describe the categories of the Recover (RC) function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Restoration of impaired systems Improvements to cybersecurity plans Communication with all stakeholders
Which of the following browsing situations may reveal that adware is at work? More than one answer may be correct.
Shortly after you buy and download a writing enhancement program, you begin seeing ads for special keyboards, styluses, and other assistive technology. You have been looking for a new winter coat, and three out of five ads popping up on your browser currently show the type of coat you have been considering. In searching the term database management, the first item you see in the results list is an ad for a particular online database.
Why is MitMo a growing security risk? More than one answer may be correct.
Smartphones and other mobile devices are everywhere. People use mobile devices in many of the same ways they use computers.
What is the National Institute of Standards Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework?
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework is a voluntary guide that helps organizations understand and protect themselves against cybersecurity risks.
Accessing the communications of an organization without authorization was made a criminal violation by which federal cybersecurity law?
The Stored Communications Act
Members of a project team at a mid-size company are trained in online safety, and their network is protected by a firewall. But the worst-case scenario has happened: a competitor has obtained protected information, possibly directly from a member's computer. George, the firm's system manager, sees some evidence of a Trojan horse that was engineered to steal passwords. What first steps should he and his security team take to uncover the source? More than one answer may be correct.
The security team should examine everyone's activity log, looking for any downloaded files or programs. They should comb through e-mails with an eye to a message with a clickable link.
What do many social engineering attacks have in common?
They are conducted via e-mails that offer a reward in exchange for clicking a given link.
What is the overall goal of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)?
To ensure EU companies protect the privacy and personal data of EU citizens
What is the goal of the planning phase of the plan-protect-respond cycle?
Understand the steps needed to design effective information security architecture.
How are data in process different from data at rest or data in transit?
Unlike data in transit or storage, it can be found in a device's RAM or CPU.
From the following list, select all types of cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Weaknesses or flaws in system security implementation Weaknesses or flaws in system security control Weaknesses or flaws in a system's security design Security weaknesses in an operating system or application software Weaknesses in system security procedures
Which three of the following situations involve information privacy rights?
Your neighbor has a history of abusing children, do you have a right to know this? One of your new-hires has a large Twitter following under a pseudonym. Should you let your boss know? You allow an employee to take 2-hour lunch breaks because her daughter is receiving chemotherapy. Can you tell her colleagues why she is getting the special treatment?
Suppose an organization's system is vulnerable to losing information because its automated backup of data is insufficient or substandard. This type of cybersecurity vulnerability is
a weakness in application software
The purpose of spyware is to
capture the user's account data, passwords, key strokes, and more
The essential function of malicious bots is to
control an individual computer by self-replicating and connecting to a central server
A Trojan horse achieves its purposes through
deceptive access
Ransomware basically holds a target hostage because it
encrypts the victim's data
The main characteristics that define cybersecurity threats are
events that can lead to IT asset loss, conditions that can lead to IT asset loss, and the consequences of such loss
The term "cybersecurity threat mitigation" refers to all of the policies, procedures, and tools used to
guard against threats such as security incidents, data breaches, and unauthorized network access, and reduce any harm they cause
In cybersecurity, the probable maximum loss (PML) is used to
help determine spending needed to adequately secure an organization's IT infrastructure
The need to keep sensitive data, information, and systems confidential
is both a major goal and a requirement for cybersecurity
A starting point to investigate the complex topic of a society's ethics is first to understand the society's
laws
The cybersecurity risks known as Man-in-the-mobile (MitMo) are realized when
malware infects smartphones and other mobile devices
A computer virus is
malware that, when executed, adversely affects performance or damages programs
Adware specifically functions to
present advertisements to users based on their browsing behaviors
Malware that encrypts the victims data files and then demands that a payment is made to the hacker is called
ransomware
A keylogger can be accurately described as
technology that captures keyboard input on several types of devices to glean confidential information
The cybersecurity term "social engineering" is best defined as
the act of manipulating or tricking people into sharing their confidential, personal information
A cybersecurity exploit is
the means by which a hacker capitalizes on a cybersecurity vulnerability to gain access to and harm a system
In cybersecurity, the term "social engineering" refers to
the unlawful manipulation of people in order to obtain and misuse their personal information
The Identify (ID) function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework focuses on organizational
understanding of how to manage cybersecurity risks
Establishing authentication procedures is a common cybersecurity goal because
verifying that prospective users are authorized to access resources is the first step in keeping unauthorized users out
From the following list, select all the examples of internal threats to cybersecurity.
An attack by an authorized user The leakage of sensitive information An accidental erasure of data
Which of the following statements explain why a computer virus is so named? More than one answer may be correct.
An invaded computer inadvertently plays host to the malware. Computer viruses have the ability to reproduce themselves within a system.
What do the three categories of the Detect (DE) function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework include?
Analysis, observation, detection
Jose, a branch manager, determines that one of his employees has inappropriately used the person digital information of a client. Jose, reprimands the employee and withholds an expected promotion. Jose is exercising which dimension of ethical behavior in the digital age?
Control and accountability
Which of the following statements accurately describes spyware? More than one answer may be correct.
Downloading software or documents from unvetted sources is one way spyware can be installed. Spyware captures private information by monitoring how users interact online.
Your grandfather learns that his identity has been stolen, and you suspect that social engineering attacks are responsible. To help him protect his personal information, you tell him how to recognize the most common attacks. From the following list, select all the possible warning signs.
E-mails or texts that ask him to click a given link for more information or a free download. Strange e-mails from his friends, family members, or seemingly trustworthy organizations. E-mails or web pages that ask him to provide personal information to enter a contest or receive a free offer.
Determining how much time employees should be allowed to browse their social media sites while at work falls under which dimension of ethical behavior in the digital age?
Establishing standards
Which of the following is an example of event that may occur during the respond stage of the plan-protect-respond cycle? More than one answer may be correct.
Executing the appropriate response plans Determining the impact of a security breach Communicating with all appropriate parties
Data at rest or storage can be found in which of the following places? More than one answer may be correct.
On an external hard drive In the cloud
Who are the prime targets of MitM attacks? More than one answer may be correct.
Anyone who uses online financial applications Anyone who logs in to shop online Software as a source (SaaS) businesses
Select all options that describe steps in cybersecurity risk analysis.
Assign value to assets Estimate potential losses Estimate the likelihood of occurrence of threats
When employers deactivate former employees' username and passwords, they are using which tool that ensures confidentiality? More than one answer may be correct.
Authentication Access control
Which of the elements of the CIA triad does serve in maintaining a properly functioning, error-free operating system?
Availability
Remote employees of a corporation are required to log into their company's virtual private network (VPN) before accessing files on the corporation's shared drive where corporate data are unreadable to unauthorized users. This is an example of which of the following tools that ensure confidentiality? More than one answer may be correct.
Encryption Access control Authentication
Which of the following is a best practice for ensuring that data are available? More than one answer may be correct.
Ensuring that the data server has an appropriate amount of bandwidth. Storing data on multiple hard drives. Having standby equipment available to take over in a situation where the main system fails.
Acting with high morals means you live a virtuous life, while your ___ provide a rational framework for your morals.
Ethics
Applying for credit or even a mortgage online is a straightforward process. After creating an account with a unique user name and password, a customer reads a privacy statement, reviews the security policy, and accepts the terms of use. Then they proceed to log in and fill out an application, answering detailed questions about household income, employment, and more. What cybersecurity risk is particularly relevant to this process?
Man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack
Which of the following are reasons why states are making cybersecurity measures a high priority? More than one answer may be correct.
New technologies continue to advance at a rapid rate. Data and technology continue to be at risk from cyber threats.
Which of these defining components mitigate cybersecurity threats? Select all the correct options.
Security tools and oversight used to identify security threats. Policies and procedures used to protect systems and data. Policies, tools, and strategies used to reduce damage from threats.
The goal of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework Protect (PR) function is to
help protect an organization's IT infrastructure from security breaches by offering guidelines on IT infrastructure protection
