Vendor Security Quiz

Why is it important for business vendors to secure their computers and networks?

• To increase their sales

• To protect business and customer data

• To reduce their operational costs

• To improve their marketing strategies

What should be included in vendor contracts to ensure security?

• Marketing strategies

• Security provisions

• Financial incentives

• Customer feedback

What should businesses do to keep up with cybersecurity threats?

• Make changes as needed

• Ignore new threats

• Focus on outdated threats

• Reduce security measures

What is the role of the Federal Trade Commission in the context of this document?

• To provide marketing advice

• To offer cybersecurity resources

• To manage financial transactions

• To design business logos

What should businesses not rely on when ensuring vendor compliance?

• Written contracts

• Verbal assurances

• Regular audits

• Compliance checks

What is the purpose of using multi-factor authentication?

• To make logging in faster

• To allow access without a password

• To add extra security steps beyond a password

• To avoid using passwords altogether

Why should you never reuse passwords?

• It makes them easier to remember

• It increases the risk of password-guessing attacks

• It saves time

• It is recommended by security experts

What should you do if a vendor has a data breach?

• Ignore the breach

• Contact the authorities immediately

• Change your business name

• Delete all your data

Why is it important to confirm that a vendor has fixed vulnerabilities after a data breach?

• To ensure the vendor is trustworthy

• To make sure your information will be safe going forward

• To avoid legal issues

• To reduce costs

What is the first step to take when a data breach occurs?

• Contact the vendor

• Report the attack to local police

• Change all passwords

• Notify the media