Information Security Principles

What does the CIA triad stand for in information security?

• Control, Information, Availability

• Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

• Control, Integrity, Access

• Confidentiality, Identity, Access

Which of the following is a type of malware that demands payment for decryption?

• Virus

• Trojan

• Spyware

• Ransomware

What is the primary focus of information assurance?

• To ensure data is always available

• To monitor network traffic

• To maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information

• To prevent all types of cyber attacks

Which of the following is NOT a challenge in information security?

• Insider threats

• Data encryption

• Cloud security

• Phishing attacks

What is the role of information security leaders in modern organizations?

• To implement security tools only

• To ensure business operations are secure

• To manage IT configurations

• To focus solely on compliance

What does integrity in the CIA triad refer to?

• The speed of data processing

• The accessibility of information

• The privacy of data

• The accuracy and consistency of information

Which of the following describes Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?

• Short-term attacks that are easy to detect

• Long-term targeted attacks that are difficult to detect

• Random attacks with no specific target

• Attacks that only target mobile devices

What is a common method used in social engineering attacks?

• Data encryption

• Antivirus software

• Firewalls

• Phishing

Which of the following is a key aspect of cloud security?

• Physical security of servers

• Data redundancy

• Network speed

• User training

What is the main purpose of implementing security measures in information technology?

• To reduce operational costs

• To increase data storage

• To protect against unauthorized access and attacks

• To enhance user experience