IT Security Risk Quiz

What is IT Security Risk?

• Risk of authorized access to IT systems

• Risk of unauthorized access to IT systems and data

• Risk of system updates

• Risk of software incompatibility

Which of the following is NOT a type of IT security risk?

• Unauthorized use of a system

• Damage to or destruction of physical system assets

• High internet speed

• Naturally occurring risks

What is a threat in IT security?

• A preventive measure

• An event exploiting a vulnerability

• A system upgrade

• A backup process

Which of these is an example of a cyberattack?

• Updating software

• Installing antivirus

• Altering or stealing information

• Resetting passwords

What is the purpose of a cyberattack?

• Enhancing system performance

• Protecting system data

• Exposing or destroying information

• Backing up important files

Which of the following describes a passive cyberattack?

• Actively destroying data

• Eavesdropping on communication

• Injecting malware into systems

• Altering information in transit

What do cybersecurity threats typically mimic?

• Environmental changes

• Real-world threats

• Software bugs

• Hardware malfunctions

Which of these is a potential impact of IT security risk?

• Enhanced system performance

• Damage to data or code inside the system

• Improved user experience

• Reduced costs

Which type of attack involves actively altering or damaging data?

• Passive attack

• Network attack

• Active attack

• Software update

Unauthorized use of a system can lead to:

• Improved security

• Risk mitigation

• IT security risk

• Enhanced communication