Chapter 9: Information Security & Ethics Quiz

What is a major factor contributing to the increasing vulnerability of information resources?

• Increased computer skills

• Limited access to technology

• Interconnected business environments

• High management support

Which of the following is an example of social engineering?

• A hacker stealing data through malware

• A virus infecting a computer system

• A user accidentally deleting important files

• An employee giving their password to someone claiming to be IT support

What type of attack involves unauthorized access to information?

• Identity theft

• Human error

• Social engineering

• Malware

Which of the following is NOT a type of deliberate software attack?

• Phishing

• Human error

• Cyberterrorism

• Ransomware

What is the purpose of access controls in information security?

• To encrypt data during transmission

• To restrict unauthorized access to information resources

• To monitor employee behavior

• To create backups of data

Which of the following is an example of a physical control?

• Firewalls

• Passwords

• Locks and guards

• Encryption

What does encryption do?

• Prevents unauthorized access

• Converts data into a readable format

• Converts data into a form that cannot be read without a key

• Monitors network traffic

Which of the following is a concern related to information accuracy?

• The cost of data storage

• The speed of data processing

• The reliability of online information

• The use of strong passwords

What is a code of conduct in the context of IT?

• A technical manual for software

• A guideline for ethical technology use

• A set of laws governing technology use

• A list of prohibited software

Which of the following is an example of intellectual property?

• An email

• A social media post

• A business plan

• A computer virus