Data leakage detection system

What is a data leak?

• Intentional exposure of sensitive information

• Accidental exposure of sensitive information

• Manipulation of data for financial gain

According to the description, what causes data leaks?

• External forces

• Vulnerabilities in security controls

• Malicious insiders

Can a data breach lead to a data leak?

• Yes

• No

• Depends on the circumstances

What happens when sensitive data is stolen and published on the dark web?

• It's classified as a data leak

• It's classified as a data breach

• It's classified as both a data breach and a data leak

How are data leaks different from data breaches?

• Data leaks are accidental, while data breaches are intentional

• Data breaches are accidental, while data leaks are intentional

• There's no difference between data leaks and data breaches

Why are vulnerabilities in security controls mentioned as a cause of data leaks?

• Because they can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data

• Because they're not relevant to data security

• Because they can only be exploited by external attackers

What are some examples of frequently misconfigured online file storage and transfer services mentioned in the provided text?

• Email servers and cloud storage

• S3 buckets, FTP, RSync, SMB, and website indexes

• Database servers and virtual private networks (VPNs)

What are some sources mentioned in the text where sensitive technical data exposure commonly occurs?

• LinkedIn and Twitter

• GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket, and Stack Exchange

• Wikipedia and Reddit

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