Ch02 - Lesson 1 Threats and Attacks Quiz

What is the primary mission of an information security program?

• To enhance user experience

• To increase data storage capacity

• To ensure information assets remain safe and useful

• To improve system performance

Which of the following is NOT one of the four important functions of information security?

• Protecting the organization's ability to function

• Increasing employee productivity

• Safeguarding the organization's technology assets

• Enabling the safe operation of applications

Who is responsible for facilitating the security program in an organization?

• IT department only

• All employees

• External consultants

• Management (general and IT)

What is a critical aspect of information security regarding data?

• Data should be deleted regularly

• Data should be stored in the cloud

• Data should be protected in transmission, processing, and at rest

• Data should be shared with all employees

What does the term 'vulnerability' refer to in information security?

• An intentional act that can damage information

• A potential risk to an asset's loss of value

• A potential weakness in an asset or its defensive control system

• A technique used to compromise a system

Which of the following is an example of a software attack?

• Human error

• Viruses

• Fire

• Equipment failure

What is the definition of an 'attack' in the context of information security?

• An intentional or unintentional act that can damage information

• A potential risk to an asset

• A potential weakness in a system

• A technique used to compromise a system

What should management do regarding the organization's infrastructure?

• Ignore it once established

• Oversee it continuously

• Relegate all responsibilities to the IT department

• Only review it annually

What is a common type of attack that involves unauthorized access?

• Denial of service

• Phishing

• Data encryption

• Malware infection

Which of the following is a category of threat to information security?

• Technical support

• Espionage or trespass

• Customer service issues

• Marketing failures