Cybersecurity - Legislation

What is the primary aim of the Data Protection Act 2018?

• To allow free access to personal data
• To ensure personal data is handled securely
• To control the creation of new software
• To promote online advertising

What must organisations do in case of a data breach under the Data Protection Act?

• Ignore the breach
• Notify authorities
• Destroy all data
• Hide the breach from the public

Which of the following is an example of keeping data safe under the Data Protection Act?

• Sharing passwords
• Encrypting sensitive information
• Giving access to all employees
• Not backing up data

Which personal data is protected under the Data Protection Act 2018?

• Public social media posts
• Names, addresses, and medical records
• Free online content
• Website cookies

Why is encryption important for data security?

• It keeps data private and secure
• It allows faster internet speeds
• It enables public data sharing
• It prevents all online transactions

What happens if an organisation fails to comply with the Data Protection Act?

• They receive rewards
• They face penalties or fines
• They are given a free pass
• They get to sell the data

What should organisations do regularly to stay compliant with the Data Protection Act?

• Delete all data
• Conduct security audits
• Share data freely
• Ignore data security

What is the purpose of the Computer Misuse Act 1990?

• To allow hacking for fun
• To prevent unauthorised access to computers
• To encourage the sharing of computer codes
• To create new software

Which of the following is a crime under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Accessing a friend’s computer with permission
• Hacking into someone’s system without permission
• Using a public Wi-Fi network
• Posting online comments

What is considered ‘unauthorised access’ under the Computer Misuse Act?

• Entering a system with permission
• Logging into your own computer
• Hacking into a system without permission
• Updating your operating system