Understanding the Cybersecurity Cube

Which three foundational principles of cybersecurity are represented in the first dimension of the cybersecurity cube?

• Control, Independence, Access

• Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability

• Compliance, Innovation, Authority

• Connection, Input, Authentication

Which of the following is NOT a state of data in the cybersecurity cube?

• Data in motion

• Data in storage

• Data in print

• Data in process

What is meant by “data in transit”?

• Data stored in backup devices

• Data being erased from a hard drive

• Data currently being transferred across a network

• Data undergoing computation

Which of the following is an example of a technology safeguard in the cybersecurity cube?

• A company security policy

• A firewall device

• A cybersecurity awareness training

• A staff handbook on password use

What type of safeguard involves user awareness and education?

• Policies and Practices

• Technologies

• People

• Tools

Which principle of the CIA triad ensures that information is not disclosed to unauthorised individuals?

• Integrity

• Availability

• Confidentiality

• Accessibility

Which principle of the CIA triad is concerned with ensuring data is accurate and unaltered?

• Confidentiality

• Integrity

• Availability

• Authenticity

Which principle of the CIA triad ensures that information is accessible when needed?

• Confidentiality

• Integrity

• Availability

• Accountability

Which of the following is an example of a policy safeguard in the cybersecurity cube?

• Installing antivirus software

• Creating a company security policy

• Using a firewall

• Encrypting data

Which of the following is an example of data in motion?

• An email being sent from one user to another

• A file saved on a USB stick

• A document being edited in a word processor

• A printed report