4.3 Cybersecurity

• What is the primary purpose of cybersecurity?

  Protect systems from attacks
• What is malware designed to do?

  Harm or disrupt systems
• Using strong passwords is a preventive measure against cybersecurity threats.


  True
• Being cautious of suspicious emails is a preventive measure against phishing attacks.


  True
• What three types of characters should be included in a strong password?

  Letters, numbers, and symbols
• What is the purpose of encryption in cybersecurity?

  Protect sensitive information
• Which physical security measure corresponds to firewalls in cybersecurity?

  Alarms and security guards
• What does a VPN do in cybersecurity?

  Secure encrypted connection
• What type of information does HIPAA protect in the United States?

  Sensitive health information
• Match the cybersecurity legislation/policy with its description:

  GDPR ↔️ Regulates the collection of personal data

  HIPAA ↔️ Protects patient health information

  CMMC ↔️ Sets cybersecurity standards for defense contractors

  NIST Cybersecurity Framework ↔️ Provides guidelines for managing risk
• Cybersecurity measures include firewalls, encryption, and access controls
• What does DDoS stand for?

  Distributed Denial-of-Service
• What does encryption convert data into?

  Secret code
• Order the key cybersecurity practices for safeguarding digital assets:

  1️⃣ Use strong passwords

  2️⃣ Keep software updated

  3️⃣ Implement firewalls

  4️⃣ Encrypt data

  5️⃣ Restrict access privileges
• Firewalls act as a barrier between a computer and the internet.


  True
• Match the cybersecurity practice with its physical security equivalent:

  Strong passwords ↔️ Locks and keys

  Software updates ↔️ Regular maintenance
• Antivirus software detects and prevents malicious software like viruses, worms, and trojans
• The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a European Union law that regulates the collection and processing of personal data.
• The NIST Cybersecurity Framework provides guidelines for managing cybersecurity risk.


  True
• Cybersecurity protects digital assets, while physical security protects physical assets.


  True
• Phishing involves deceptive attempts to obtain sensitive information
• Firewalls protect networks from unauthorized access
• Strong passwords use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols
• Keeping software updated helps patch vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cybercriminals
• Access control limits user privileges to only the functions they need
• Arrange the following cybersecurity tools based on their primary purpose:

  1️⃣ Firewalls (Monitor and control network traffic)

  2️⃣ Antivirus/Anti-malware Software (Detect and remove malicious software)

  3️⃣ Encryption (Convert data into secret code)

  4️⃣ Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) (Establish secure connection)

  5️⃣ Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (Detect malicious activity)

  6️⃣ Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (Analyze security data)
• Cybersecurity legislation and policies ensure the security and privacy of digital information.


  True