Chapter 5 EC Diploma

What does EC security refer to?

• Protection of data and computerized information systems

• Management of social networks

• Development of e-commerce websites

• Analysis of consumer behavior

What is the main driver of profit-induced crimes in EC security?

• Theft of personal information for financial gain

• Seeking fame and notoriety

• Promoting ethical hacking practices

• Improving network performance

What is the Internet Underground Economy primarily composed of?

• Online gaming platforms

• E-learning platforms

• Social media influencers

• Web sites selling stolen information

What is key logging in the context of EC security?

• Blocking malicious websites

• Capturing and recording user keystrokes

• Encrypting sensitive data

• Detecting phishing emails

What is the role of insiders in the dynamic nature of EC systems?

• They monitor network traffic

• They provide technical support

• They enhance system stability

• They can cause security problems

What is the purpose of a business continuity plan?

• To keep the business running after a disaster occurs

• To reduce operational costs

• To increase marketing efforts

• To expand the product line

What is cybercrime in the context of EC security?

• Intentional crimes carried out on the Internet

• Unintentional system errors

• Social media marketing strategies

• Legal online transactions

What is the estimated cost, loss, or damage that can result from a vulnerability exploitation?

• Phishing

• Malware

• Fraud

• Exposure

What is phishing in the context of EC security?

• A generic term for malicious software

• The electronic equivalent of junk mail

• A type of nontechnical attack

• A technique to steal the identity of a target company

What is the probability that a vulnerability will be known and used?

• Risk

• Vulnerability

• Spam

• Social engineering