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WorksheetsDigital IT Quiz pg 1-25
Total questions: 212
Worksheet time: 2hrs 46mins
Ad hoc means "created or done for a particular purpose as necessary"
True
False
Don't know
A computer network is
a computer on its own
a group of two or more computer systems linked together.
don't know
An ad hoc network is a type of (a) network
Ad hoc networks can provide an organisation's employees with (a) connectivity when they are working outside the workplace
Many public places such as hotels, cafes and train stations provide WI-FI access. To use an open WI-FI network, you may need to:
register
enter a network key
don't know
A network key is a code, provided only to (a) network users to allow them to access the network.
Explain tethering and personal hotspots:
Give one example of when you might use a personal hotspot:
Give two benefits of ad hoc networks:
Open WI-FI does not have (a) , so the data you send and receive is not secure.
Hacking is (a) access to a computer system.
Performance issues with ad hoc networks maybe because of (select as many as you feel are correct):
Multiple devices/users sharing the same network connection
There maybe a lot of people using the WI-FI hotspot
The device isn't close enough to the WI-FI transmitter
You may have difficulty connecting or lose the signal
I don't know
State (one word) an example of a blackspot
(a)
Give two other reasons (not blackspots) why mobile internet may not be available everywhere:
State two drawbacks of using open WI-FI:
Cloud storage is
storing files and folders on your computer
storing files and folders on remote servers
don't know
A server is a (a) that provides services (such as file storage) to multiple users.
What can you store on the cloud server?
documents
videos
music
all of the above
don't know
Who normally controls the access rights of the files shared?
(a)
Cloud storage can be accessed 24 hours a day 7 days per week (24/7). What must you have to be able to do this?
(a)
Synchronisation means that if a user has no access to the internet (a) of files are stored on the user's PC/devices.
You can pay to rent additional storage space on the cloud and you can reduced your storage space. This is known as:
(a)
Explain two ways in which cloud storage could benefit an organisation that has employees on different sites working on the same project.
Explain two drawbacks (disadvantages) of cloud storage
Cloud computing provides an alternative way to access a range of (a) such as word processing, spreadsheets and email.
Google drive is an example of
cloud computing
cloud storage
don't know
Google docs, Google sheets are examples of
Cloud storage
Cloud computing
don't know
Explain two benefits of cloud computing to organisations
Collaborate means to work (a)
File sharing allows users to work on the same document at the same (a)
Name the collaboration tool.
Allows users to see the changes made to the document:
comments
version history
chat
suggested edits
Name the collaboration tool.
Allows communication in real time so they can discuss the document
comments
version history
chat
suggested edits
Name the collaboration tool.
Can leave notes on the document to ask questions and make suggestions.
Comments
Version history
Chat
Suggested edits
Name the collaboration tool.
Users' edits show up as suggested changes rather than actually altering the document.
Comments
Version history
Chat
Suggested edits
Describe two collaboration tools that a team of software developers may find useful:
A computer or device and the operating system on which applications run is known as a _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Which of the following devices can access cloud technologies?
desktop computer
laptops
tablets
smartphones
All of the above devices
Influences on choice of platform and cloud services:
Screen size, usability and portability means...
Desktop and laptop computers with their larger screens and full-size keyboards can be easier to use for many tasks.
Apps are generally designed to run on different platforms
A cloud application may not be suitable for the purpose the organisation wants to use it for.
If an app is not available on a cloud platform, it will limit the user's access to cloud technologies.
Poor internet connection may impact upon the user's experience.
Influences on choice of platform and cloud services:
Interface design
Desktop and laptop computers with their larger screens and full-size keyboards can be easier to use for many tasks.
Apps are generally designed to run on different platforms
A cloud application may not be suitable for the purpose the organisation wants to use it for.
If an app is not available on a cloud platform, it will limit the user's access to cloud technologies.
Poor internet connection may impact upon the user's experience.
Influences on choice of platform and cloud services:
Compatibility with existing systems
Desktop and laptop computers with their larger screens and full-size keyboards can be easier to use for many tasks.
Apps are generally designed to run on different platforms
A cloud application may not be suitable for the purpose the organisation wants to use it for.
If an app is not available on a cloud platform, it will limit the user's access to cloud technologies.
Poor internet connection may impact upon the user's experience.
Influences on choice of platform and cloud services:
Suitability for intended purpose
Desktop and laptop computers with their larger screens and full-size keyboards can be easier to use for many tasks.
Apps are generally designed to run on different platforms
A cloud application may not be suitable for the purpose the organisation wants to use it for.
If an app is not available on a cloud platform, it will limit the user's access to cloud technologies.
Poor internet connection may impact upon the user's experience.
Influences on choice of platform and cloud services:
Speed of connectivity
Desktop and laptop computers with their larger screens and full-size keyboards can be easier to use for many tasks.
Apps are generally designed to run on different platforms
A cloud application may not be suitable for the purpose the organisation wants to use it for.
If an app is not available on a cloud platform, it will limit the user's access to cloud technologies.
Poor internet connection may impact upon the user's experience.
Hardware requirements such as disk size and _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ speed become less important when using cloud technologies and storage because data is not stored locally on the user's device and some of the processing is done remotely.
(a)
A business has a sales team working at home. Price lists are on Excel spreadsheets. The company has decided to replace laptops with smartphones. Explain one impact on the sales team...
*think about the size of the smartphone display.
PC users in organisations usually work _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
When a user works across multiple devices the files will _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ and upload to the cloud.
(a)
Most cloud services include a limited amount of free _ t _ _ _ _ e
(a)
Regular updating of cloud services allows an organisation to benefit from the latest software and new features.
This maybe..... than updating software on its own systems.
cheaper
more expensive
Cloud platforms and services should be .... to use
easy
hard
Additional features of cloud services, such as extra storage, advanced collaboration tools and online support....
will be free to an organisation
may need to be paid for
Cloud based application software normally has ............ features than traditional software.
fewer (less)
more
Tick the benefits of online working
Employees can work together on files at the same time
Employees can not switch off from work in their personal time
Files can be easily shared
Employees can use multiple devices to access the files
If an organisation has sensitive (highly confidential) data, they may prefer to store it:
on the cloud without paying for extra security
on their own systems where they are in control of the security
A modern team of employees may be made up of:
home workers
office works
full time staff
part time staff
global locations
Working collaboratively, means to work t_ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
To work collaboratively you do not need to be in the same o_ _ _ _ _
(a)
Working 24/7/365 means
a new code for technological working
access to work 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
working with numbers
Working globally and collaboratively means that teams share knowledge, talents and creativity of many cultures.
This is a:
Advantage
Disadvantage
Working f _ _ _ _ _ _ y allows team members to work in a location which suits them and at a time that suits them.
(a)
Modern teams may work different h_ _ _ _ due to being in a different location with a different time zone.
(a)
Online collaboration and communication tools enable team members to work together efficiently and e _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Collaboration tools
Used to identify tasks the team needs to complete. Can be linked to scheduling software to show deadlines for time-critical tasks.
to-do lists
shared message boards
document sharing and group editing
shared online calendar
Collaboration tools
Enables team members to share a single copy of the same document at the same time.
to-do lists
shared message boards
document sharing and group editing
shared online calendar
Collaboration tools
Messages can be sent between the team individuals or the whole team.
to-do lists
shared message boards
document sharing and group editing
shared online calendar
Collaboration tools
Allows users to ask questions or make comments that the rest of the team can respond to.
to-do lists
shared message boards
document sharing and group editing
shared online calendar
Collaboration tools
Enables teams to arrange meetings. You can also send email meeting invitations.
to-do lists
shared message boards
document sharing and group editing
shared online calendar
Chat apps such as Google Hangouts or WhatsApp are a:
formal way of communicating
informal way of communicating
Chat apps are
quicker to use than a phone call or finding a colleague in the office building
slower to use than a phone call or finding a colleague in the office building
Examples of online meeting/conference software are:
Skype
Zoom
GoToMeeting
None of them
Benefits of online meetings include
sharing and discussing ideas and documents
store evidence of online meeting
allow live (instant) communication that saves time wasting
You can see who is online and can be contacted
archived versions of older documents may be accessed
A disaster recovery policy sets out the actions and organisation will need to take to enable it to r _ _ _ _ _ _ its systems as quickly as possible following a disaster such as a fire or flood.
(a)
Where an organisation uses cloud technologies, some of this planning becomes the responsibility of the service provider (Google etc)
True
False
Data on the cloud is regularly b_ _ _ _ _ u_
(a)
Data on the cloud is regularly b_ _ _ _ _ u_
(a)
If an organisation uses cloud storage their data is stored away from the office in a remote location
True
False
Security threats are always changing. The benefit of useing a large cloud serve provider like Google Cloud is that is has the resources to be able to maintain the security.
True
False
When deciding which cloud service provider to use, you should check:
their disaster recovery plan
backup policies and procedures
cyber security policy
are their systems compatible with yours
what free gifts you would receive
Maintenance:
An organisation runs its owners severs and responsible for setting up and maintaining the servers
Traditional
Cloud technologies
Maintenance:
The cloud service provider responsible for maintaining the servers
Traditional
Cloud technologies
Traditional servers (not cloud) requires
network downtime to run updates
an employed technician to support the servers and network
Downtime is when s_ _ _ _ _ _ go offline and staff will be unable to access services.
(a)
Updates are best carried out
in the day
in the evening
Traditional system set-up requires
time to order hardware
time for hardware to be delivered
set-up and tested
server room may need to built and air conditioning installed
software needs to be purchased, installed and set up
If an organisation relies on cloud technologies it must have a reliable high-speed internet connection
true
false
Some IT tasks are better suited to traditional computing methods, such as editing large complex video file.
True
False
To schedule means: arrange or p _ _ _ something to take place at a particular time.
(a)
Scheduling a date and t _ _ _ for a meeting can be tricky when there are lot of participants (people taking part).
(a)
The advantages of online scheduling tools are:
allow team members to suggest dates and times
the program selects a date that is suitable for everyone
Scheduling tools can be linked to time zones
Scheduling tools can be linked to calendars on outlook and google
Online planning tools are used for project m_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Select the project management tools
Gantt
PERT
Critical path analysis diagram
The project management tools give users a visual understanding of how a project is p_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Chose the online planning tool:
Show how different tasks are related to each other. For example some tasks depend on the completion of an earlier task before they can start.
Gantt
PERT
Critical path analysis
Chose the online planning tool:
Diagram is more detailed than a PERT; it shows which tasks are critical in that a delay in the task would delay the overall completion date of the project.
Gantt
PERT
Critical path analysis
Chose the online planning tool:
Show how various tasks fit into a time/date schedule
Gantt
PERT
Critical path analysis
A construction company is building a large office block and they need to hold a progress meeting.
Describe two benefits of using online tools to organise and hold the progress review meeting.
A stakeholder is anyone with an i _ _ _ _ _ _ _ in an organisation - such as the owner, employees, managers, shareholders, suppliers and customers.
(a)
Communicating with stakeholders. Choose the platform:
"an informal method of communications used by the organisation to share the latest news. Users can post comments."
Live chat
voice and video communication
corporate website
social media
Communicating with stakeholders. Choose the platform:
"a formal method of communication"
Live chat
voice and video communication
corporate website
social media
Communicating with stakeholders. Choose the platform:
"a text chat linked to the organisation's website. A chat window may pop up when a user visits the site"
Live chat
voice and video communication
corporate website
social media
Communicating with stakeholders. Choose the platform:
"used for online team meetings; used to deliver training; used for video sharing to promote products"
Live chat
voice and video communication
corporate website
social media
There are two main types of communication channels: private (direct messages) and p _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Used to contact individual stakeholders, either individuals or other organisations.
private
public
Used to promote the organisation among a wide audience and to share information and data.
private
public
Select the three methods of private communications
Social media
Corporate Website
Live chat
Voice and video communication
Select the three methods of public communications
Social media
Corporate Website
Live chat
Voice and video communication
which method of communication can be used for public and private communication? v _ _ _ _
(a)
Describe how a leisure centre like Wavelengths could use private communication to reach members:
Describe how a leisure centre like Wavelengths could use public communication to reach potential members:
Interface design and layout may include:
Using a clear, easy-to-read f _ _ _ which can be increased in size.
(a)
Interface design and layout may include:
Using a high contrast between foreground text and b _ _ _ _ _ _ _ d
(a)
Interface design and layout may include:
Using bright c_ _ _ _ _ _ carefully
(a)
Interface design and layout may include:
having c_ _ _ _ and consistent navigation features.
(a)
Interface design and layout may include:
providing Alt text (alternative text) for images and videos so screen readers can d _ _ _ _ _ _ _ what the image or video shows.
(a)
Interface design and layout may include:
creating designs with different layouts for different screen sizes and different d_ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Which accessibility need is being described?
they may need to take time to communicate or not be able to say words clearly
limited vision or colour blind
limited hearing
speech needs
motor needs
cognitive needs
Which accessibility need is being described?
they may need additional time to use features on a device
limited vision or colour blind
limited hearing
speech needs
motor needs
cognitive needs
Which accessibility need is being described?
they may not be able to see everything clearly
limited vision or colour blind
limited hearing
speech needs
motor needs
cognitive needs
Which accessibility need is being described?
they may not be able to move a mouse or use a keyboard, for example.
limited vision or colour blind
limited hearing
speech needs
motor needs
cognitive needs
Which accessibility feature is being described?
Users type text and run commands using their voice.
speech recognition
magnifier
narrator
high-contrast display
on-screen keyboard
Which accessibility feature is being described?
reads aloud text to the screen
speech recognition
magnifier
narrator
high-contrast display
on-screen keyboard
Which accessibility feature is being described?
enlarges sections of the screen
speech recognition
magnifier
narrator
high-contrast display
on-screen keyboard
Which accessibility feature is being described?
selects a colour screen with high contrast between foreground (test) and background.
speech recognition
magnifier
narrator
high-contrast display
on-screen keyboard
Which accessibility feature is being described?
selects a colour screen with high contrast between foreground (test) and background.
speech recognition
magnifier
narrator
high-contrast display
on-screen keyboard
Which accessibility feature is being described?
displays a keyboard on the screen which can be used with a mouse or other pointing device.
speech recognition
magnifier
narrator
high-contrast display
on-screen keyboard
Which accessibility feature is being described?
provides visual notification for sounds
speech recognition
magnifier
display settings
mouse keys
sound sentry
Which accessibility feature is being described?
provides visual notification for sounds
speech recognition
magnifier
display settings
mouse keys
sound sentry
Which accessibility feature is being described?
allows the adjustment of text and icon size.....
speech recognition
magnifier
display settings
mouse keys
sound sentry
Which accessibility feature is being described?
moves the mouse pointer with the numeric keypad keys.
speech recognition
magnifier
display settings
mouse keys
sound sentry
Every impact of modern technology costs time and m _ _ _ _
(a)
True or False?
An organisation needs to decide can it introduce new technology or can it improve how it uses current technology?
True
False
An organisation has to decide will the benefit of new technologies outweigh the cost of set up and m _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
True or false
Cloud technologies may reduce the need to purchase software. Less technical support will be required.
True
False
Choose the impact on infrastructure that is being described:
"Think about what is required to set up the infrastructure"
Planning and purchasing
Cloud services reduce the need for local physical servers
Installing and testing hardware, software and cloud technologies
Maintaining technologies to meet the needs of the organisation
Implementing regular backups of data
Choose the impact on infrastructure that is being described:
"Reduce the need for local physical servers, but place more reliance on communications"
Planning and purchasing
Cloud services reduce the need for local physical servers
Installing and testing hardware, software and cloud technologies
Maintaining technologies to meet the needs of the organisation
Implementing regular backups of data
Choose the impact on infrastructure that is being described:
"May need to train staff how to use the new technology"
Planning and purchasing
Cloud services reduce the need for local physical servers
Installing and testing hardware, software and cloud technologies
Maintaining technologies to meet the needs of the organisation
Implementing regular backups of data
Choose the impact on infrastructure that is being described:
"Software updates; purchase of supplies such as printer paper, ink and toner"
Planning and purchasing
Cloud services reduce the need for local physical servers
Installing and testing hardware, software and cloud technologies
Maintaining technologies to meet the needs of the organisation
Implementing regular backups of data
Choose the impact on infrastructure that is being described:
"Ensure safe storage of data"
Planning and purchasing
Cloud services reduce the need for local physical servers
Installing and testing hardware, software and cloud technologies
Maintaining technologies to meet the needs of the organisation
Implementing regular backups of data
Local or web-based platform?
Software that is installed as part of the computer's operating system.
local
web-based
Local or web-based platform?
Software is run from the cloud and is not part of the computer's operating system.
local
web-based
Local or web-based platform?
It may run faster than a web based app.
local
web-based
Local or web-based platform?
only accessible on the user's computer so will limit collaborative learning.
local
web-based
Local or web-based platform?
accessible anywhere via internet connection
local
web-based
Local or web-based platform?
requires internet connection and may be slow if connection is poor
local
web-based
Modern technologies allow constant access to an organisation's systems and services. The security of d_ _ _ needs to be considered.
(a)
In the past, many businesses worked 9am-5pm, Monday to F_ _ _ _ _
(a)
Workers can access office systems anywhere and at any t_ _ _
(a)
Online retailers can take orders on their w_ _ _ _ _ _ _ any time of day or night
(a)
Workers may feel pressure to work outside of office hours, for example responding immediately to a work-related e_ _ _ _ in the evening, at the weekend or when on holiday.
(a)
Businesses may need to employ staff at night or at weekends to provide 24/7 customer s_ _ _ _ _ _, which would increase their wages cost.
(a)
Data that is distributed/dispersed is stored at a variety of d_ _ _ _ _ _ _ locations
(a)
If a fire or flood destroys data at one l_ _ _ _ _ _ _, then data stored elsewhere is still safe and the organisation can continue using data from there.
(a)
As data is held remotely and has to be transmitted across the network, there is a greater threat from h_ _ _ _ _ _, so measures need to be put in place to protect the data, such as encryption.
(a)
Technology has had a huge impact on the retail sector, with traditional high-street shops struggling to compete with o_ _ _ _ _ retailers.
(a)
Online retailers don't have the expense of running high-street stores, which have to pay expensive r_ _ _ and employ staff to work on the shop floor.
(a)
Online retailers bring their own benefits, by providing 24-hour s_ _ _ _ _ _ _ opportunities.
(a)
Choose the impact being described:
Modern devices and cloud technologies open up an organisation's workforce to those with health-related or additional needs, as well as a range of ages.
Remote working
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Choose the impact being described:
Cloud technologies expand the geographical reach of an organisation and may enable to access its workforce from a range of cultures from around the world
Remote working
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Choose the impact being described:
A range of portable devices allows teams to stay in touch with each other 24/7
Remote working
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Choose the impact being described:
Modern technologies allow staff to work from locations of their choosing, such as their home. This could also mean that the organisation does not need office space for the employee.
Remote working
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Choose the impact being described:
Allow different team member in different locations to work together.
Remote working
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Working styles can be adapted to suit lifestyle and family needs. This may allow individuals the flexibility to work
r_ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Working remotely can give individuals
f_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
to manage their professional life alongside personal roles and responsibilities.
(a)
Individuals can choose where to work, perhaps in a home office, local cafe or
l_ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Benefit or drawback to remote working for individuals.
Remote workers can work at times to suit them
Benefit
Drawback
Benefit or drawback to remote working for individuals.
Stressful work environments can be avoided.
Benefit
Drawback
Benefit or drawback to remote working for individuals.
Time and money are saved as less time is spent commuting to/from an office.
Benefit
Drawback
Benefit or drawback to remote working for individuals.
The worker may have difficulty maintaining a healthy life/work balance.
Benefit
Drawback
Benefit or drawback to remote working for individuals.
Some remote workers find it lonely.
Benefit
Drawback
Benefit or drawback to remote working for individuals.
Remote working may discourage innovation and creative thinking.
Benefit
Drawback
Why systems may be attacked?
"Creating ways to attack systems is highly complex and very challenging. Some individuals view this like completing a puzzle. Some individuals compete for the notoriety in defeating a secured system"
Data and information theft
Personal fun/challenge
Industrial espionage
Financial gain
Disruption
Why systems may be attacked?
"Some businesses or individuals may try to access other businesses' digital systems to steal valuable and private information from a rival business "
Data and information theft
Personal fun/challenge
Industrial espionage
Financial gain
Disruption
Why systems may be attacked?
"Some cyberattacks are motivated by money.
-Get money from a person or business
-Get goods or services without paying
-use of ransomware. Malicious software which is only removed once the victim pays the attacker a ransom payment "
Data and information theft
Personal fun/challenge
Industrial espionage
Financial gain
Disruption
Why systems may be attacked?
"Some individuals, organisations and even countries may seek to prevent an organisation from functioning normally. An example of this is a DoS attack (denial of service attack) "
Data and information theft
Personal fun/challenge
Industrial espionage
Financial gain
Disruption
Why systems may be attacked?
"Many cyberattacks involve stealing customer payment information from online retailers. The information may be used illegally to buy goods and services "
Data and information theft
Personal fun/challenge
Industrial espionage
Financial gain
Disruption
Ransomware is m _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ software
(a)
Ransomware is only removed once the victim pays the attacker a ransom p _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Describe two reasons why individuals may attack an organisations digital systems:
Types of external threats
Shoulder s_ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Types of external threats
Man-in-the-m_ _ _ _ _ attacks
(a)
Types of external threats
U_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ access or hacking
(a)
Types of external threats
Malicious software known as m _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Types of external threats
DoS is a denial of s_ _ _ _ _ _ attack
(a)
Types of external threats
Communication is made to look authentic and has an aim of obtaining personal information.
P_ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Types of external threats
You are redirected to a fake website, but it looks genuine and the aim is to obtain personal data
P_ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Types of external threats
Social e _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
(a)
Which threat is being described?
Obtaining or guessing a user's log-in details or using a security hole (vulnerability) to get in to software.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat is being described?
Malicious software such as viruses, worm, botnet, rootkit, Trojans, ransomware and spyware, install themselves on computers without the user's knowledge and encrypt, steal or delete data.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat is being described?
Web servers are vulnerable to attacks. Attackers flood a website with so many requests for pages that it is unable to respond to authorised users. The site is effectively taken offline.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat is being described?
Attempts to obtain authentication details by sending a spoof (fake) email or text that looks like it is a genuine request.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Use strong passwords and change them regularly
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Ensure that software is updated regularly.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Do not open email attachments from unknown senders.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Install and updated anti-malware software. Use a firewall.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Use a firewall. Configure web server to ignore DoS attacks. Use network security devices to detect and prevent attacks.
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Do not click on the link in the email or text
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Which threat does this aim to protect against?
Use a filter to check if emails are genuine
Unauthorised access or hacking
Malware
Denial of service attacks
Phishing
Describe two ways that organisations can protect digital systems and data from external threats.
Which external threat is being described?
"a version of phishing - instead you are redirected to a fake (spoof) version of a genuine website and you are asked to confirm your details"
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat is being described?
"attempts to trick users into giving their personal information, such as bank details through phishing, pharming or shoulder surfing"
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat is being described?
"involves looking over a shoulder of someone to gain personal information. An example is a pin code from someone at a cash machine or a password of someone logging into a computer"
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat is being described?
"a type of eavesdropping and can take place through public wifi connections which are not encrypted. An attacker is able to intercept the data"
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat does this aim to protect against?
"Do not use public encrypted wifi"
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat does this aim to protect against?
"Angle your computer to ensure others cannot see what you are typing. Protect your details as you type"
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat does this aim to protect against?
"Use up-to-date anti-malware software and train users so that they know what to look for "
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Which external threat does this aim to protect against?
"Train your users so that they know what to look for when they may be exposed to pharming, phishing, shoulder surfing "
Pharming
Social Engineering
Shoulder surfing
Man-in-the-middle attacks
Explain why normal protection methods such as anti-malware software or firewalls are not effective against social engineering attacks:
Internal threats to digital systems and data security:
"Employee may insert a USB memory stick which they use at home into their work computer that then infects the organisation's systems."
Visiting untrustworthy websites
Unintended disclosure of data
Stealing or leaking information
Overriding of security controls
Use of portable storage devices
Internal threats to digital systems and data security:
"Some staff may find security controls frustrating to use and may override them e.g. writing down their password"
Visiting untrustworthy websites
Unintended disclosure of data
Stealing or leaking information
Overriding of security controls
Use of portable storage devices
Internal threats to digital systems and data security:
"Employees may be approached by rival organisations to supply them with confidential data"
Visiting untrustworthy websites
Unintended disclosure of data
Stealing or leaking information
Overriding of security controls
Use of portable storage devices
Internal threats to digital systems and data security:
"Employees may unwittingly (without being aware) give out personal or confidential data with good intentions"
Visiting untrustworthy websites
Unintended disclosure of data
Stealing or leaking information
Overriding of security controls
Use of portable storage devices
Internal threats to digital systems and data security:
"Employees may follow links in emails"
Visiting untrustworthy websites
Unintended disclosure of data
Stealing or leaking information
Overriding of security controls
Use of portable storage devices
Explain two ways in which organisations can protect themselves from internal threats.
