Cybersecurity, Crime and Data Mini (IB Business Management U5.9)

What is the main focus of cybersecurity in the context of management information systems (MIS)?

• Enhancing labour productivity

• Tackling cybercrimes

• Enhancing marketing strategies

• Improved financial management

Who are the main perpetrators (offenders) of most cybercrimes?

• Database managers

• IT support staff

• Hackers (cybercriminals)

• Software developers

In the context of cybercrime, what is meant by cyber-extortion?

• Selling insurance against cybercrime

• Providing cybersecurity training for managers and employees

• Ethical hacking practices

• Offenders demanding money to prevent cyber attacks

What does a data breach involve?

• Legitimate sharing of sensitive data

• Securing protected information

• Unauthorized viewing of public data

• Stealing confidential data

What is identity theft?

• Misusing public information

• Legally using personal information

• Stealing and illegitimate use of personal data

• Data leaks of data

What is the main characteristic of computer malware or viruses?

• Modifying computer hardware that compromises cybersecurity

• Improving device functionality that improves cybersecurity

• Enhancing computer performance that improves cybersecurity

• Changing how a computer system works for malicious reasons

What does phishing involve?

• Deceiving people to reveal personal information

• Creating insecure websites

• Data breaches

• Illegal use of business brand names

What is a likely consequence of cybercrime on businesses?

• Higher labour turnover

• Liquidity problems

• Loss of sales revenue and potential damage to corporate image

• Lower operating leverage

Which option is most likely to outline why cybersecurity awareness is important?

• To encourage more online shopping

• To improve marketing effectiveness

• To educate and remind individuals and businesses to protect themselves online

What is the ultimate goal of raising cybersecurity awareness?

• Reducing cybercrime and protecting confidential data

• Promoting cybercrime prevention

• Enhancing online trading

• Eliminating unauthorized access to data