Was the DNC Hack Preventable?

The video discusses the implications of espionage in political campaigns, focusing on the Russian hacking of the DNC and Clinton campaign. It highlights the foreseeability and preventability of such hacks, emphasizing the need for a zero trust security approach. The video also explores the tactics used by Russian spies and the necessary responses by the US government to enhance cybersecurity.

What term does the speaker prefer to use instead of 'hacker' when discussing attacks on political campaigns?

• Internet pirate

• Russian spy community

• Digital thief

• Cybercriminal

What is highlighted as a key factor in the hacking incidents discussed?

• They were unforeseeable

• They were beneficial

• They were preventable

• They were accidental

What approach is suggested to prevent malware from running in systems?

• Selective access

• Open access

• Zero trust

• Full trust

What type of attack is believed to have been used by Russian hackers?

• Brute force

• DDoS

• Phishing or spear phishing

• SQL injection

What is a challenge in proving foreign espionage attacks?

• Public support

• Overwhelming evidence

• Deniability

• Lack of interest

What is the role of the US government in response to these cyber threats?

• Reduce cybersecurity measures

• Ignore them

• Encourage better cybersecurity

• Support the attackers

How is the zero trust approach described in the context of cybersecurity?

• Only allowing pre-approved programs to run

• Blocking all external communications

• Allowing all programs to run

• Trusting all emails