Exam 5: Protecting Information Resources

In the context of intentional computer and network threats, a _____ is a programming routine built into a system by its designer or programmer to bypass system security and sneak back into the system later to access programs or files.

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Briefly discuss how a worm can disrupt a computer or a network.

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Answers will vary.A worm travels from computer to computer in a network, but it does not usually erase data.Unlike a virus, it is an independent program that can spread itself without having to be attached to a host program.It might corrupt data, but it usually replicates itself into a full-blown version that eats up computing resources, eventually bringing a computer or network to a halt.Well-known worms include Code Red, Melissa, and Sasser.Conficker, a recent worm, has infected millions of Windows computers.

Which of the following statements is true of phishing?

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_____is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data.

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Question 4

Which of the following statements best describes spyware?

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Question 5

An intrusion detection system (IDS) can protect networks against both external and internal access.

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Question 6

Data sent through a virtual private network (VPN) can be encrypted using the _____.

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Question 7

_____ is a computer crime that involves destroying or disrupting computer services.

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Question 8

Viruses can be transmitted through a network or through e-mail attachments.

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Question 9

The three important aspects of computer and network security, confidentiality, integrity, and availability, are collectively referred to as the CIA triangle.

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Question 10

Briefly discuss dumpster diving and shoulder surfing, two commonly used social-engineering techniques.

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Question 11

A _____consists of self-propagating program code that is triggered by a specified time or event.

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Question 12

Which of the following security measures uses a physiological element that is unique to a person and cannot be stolen, lost, copied, or passed on to others?

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Question 13

When a program containing a virus is used, the virus attaches itself to other files, and the cycle continues.

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Question 14

In the context of e-commerce transaction security measures, authentication is a critical factor because it ensures that:

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Question 15

_____ are an inexpensive way to secure a computer to a desktop or counter and often have locks as an additional protection against theft.

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Question 16

Briefly explain an intrusion detection system (IDS).

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Question 17

A level 1 security system is used to protect _____ against unauthorized access.

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Question 18

Which of the following statements is true of a worm?

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Question 19

In some instances, after examining an incoming packet, a firewall can send a message to the packet's sender that the attempt to transmit the packet has failed.

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In the context of intentional computer and network threats, a _____ is a programming routine built into a system by its designer or programmer to bypass system security and sneak back into the system later to access programs or files.

Briefly discuss how a worm can disrupt a computer or a network.

Which of the following statements is true of phishing?

_____is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data.

Which of the following statements best describes spyware?

An intrusion detection system (IDS) can protect networks against both external and internal access.

Data sent through a virtual private network (VPN) can be encrypted using the _____.

_____ is a computer crime that involves destroying or disrupting computer services.

Viruses can be transmitted through a network or through e-mail attachments.

The three important aspects of computer and network security, confidentiality, integrity, and availability, are collectively referred to as the CIA triangle.

Briefly discuss dumpster diving and shoulder surfing, two commonly used social-engineering techniques.

A _____consists of self-propagating program code that is triggered by a specified time or event.

Which of the following security measures uses a physiological element that is unique to a person and cannot be stolen, lost, copied, or passed on to others?

When a program containing a virus is used, the virus attaches itself to other files, and the cycle continues.

In the context of e-commerce transaction security measures, authentication is a critical factor because it ensures that:

_____ are an inexpensive way to secure a computer to a desktop or counter and often have locks as an additional protection against theft.

Briefly explain an intrusion detection system (IDS).

A level 1 security system is used to protect _____ against unauthorized access.

Which of the following statements is true of a worm?

In some instances, after examining an incoming packet, a firewall can send a message to the packet's sender that the attempt to transmit the packet has failed.

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Exam 5: Protecting Information Resources

In the context of intentional computer and network threats, a _____ is a programming routine built into a system by its designer or programmer to bypass system security and sneak back into the system later to access programs or files.

Briefly discuss how a worm can disrupt a computer or a network.

Which of the following statements is true of phishing?

_____is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data. ​

Which of the following statements best describes spyware?

An intrusion detection system (IDS) can protect networks against both external and internal access.

Data sent through a virtual private network (VPN) can be encrypted using the _____.

_____ is a computer crime that involves destroying or disrupting computer services.

Viruses can be transmitted through a network or through e-mail attachments.

The three important aspects of computer and network security, confidentiality, integrity, and availability, are collectively referred to as the CIA triangle.

Briefly discuss dumpster diving and shoulder surfing, two commonly used social-engineering techniques.

A _____consists of self-propagating program code that is triggered by a specified time or event. ​

Which of the following security measures uses a physiological element that is unique to a person and cannot be stolen, lost, copied, or passed on to others?

When a program containing a virus is used, the virus attaches itself to other files, and the cycle continues.

In the context of e-commerce transaction security measures, authentication is a critical factor because it ensures that:

_____ are an inexpensive way to secure a computer to a desktop or counter and often have locks as an additional protection against theft.

Briefly explain an intrusion detection system (IDS).

A level 1 security system is used to protect _____ against unauthorized access.

Which of the following statements is true of a worm?

In some instances, after examining an incoming packet, a firewall can send a message to the packet's sender that the attempt to transmit the packet has failed.

Information Systems: An Overview

Computers: The Machines Behind Computing

Database Systems, Data Warehouses and Data Marts

Personal, Legal, Ethical and Organizational Issues of Information Systems

Data Communication

The Internet, Intranets, and Extranets

E-Commerce

Global Information Systems

Building Successful Information Systems

Enterprise Systems

Management Support Systems

Intelligent Information Systems

Emerging Trends, Technologies, and Applications

Filters

_____is a method of access control that prevents unauthorized users from using an unattended computer to access the network and data.

A _____consists of self-propagating program code that is triggered by a specified time or event.