What should you do if you experience a cybersecurity incident?

Report the incident to HDS Tech Services and DoIT Help Desk

What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network) in cybersecurity?

To create a secure, encrypted connection over the internet

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for strong password security?

Use a text file to keep track of passwords – NOT sticky notes

In the context of cybersecurity, what is the "principle of least privilege"?

Providing access only to the info & resources needed to perform your tasks

What steps should you take when selecting vendors who will have access to your sensitive info? (Pick the best answer)

Include security review / control provisions in vendor contracts

What is the primary purpose of multi-factor authentication (MFA)?

To provide extra security by requiring multiple forms of identification

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HDS Cybersecurity Quiz

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Cybersecurity quiz for HDS Directors Staff Meeting (December 12, 2023)

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1
What should you do if you suspect that you have received a phishing email?
Report the message as a Phishing attempt within Outlook
Do not open the email
If you already opened the email, do not click on any links or attachments
All of the above
2
What should you do if you experience a cybersecurity incident?
Disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections, then unplug your computer
All of the above
Use your mobile phone to get more details from the suspected attacker
Report the incident to HDS Tech Services and DoIT Help Desk
3
What is the purpose of a VPN (Virtual Private Network) in cybersecurity?
All of the above
To increase internet speed
To create a secure, encrypted connection over the internet
To block access to certain websites
4
Which is the best answer for which people should be responsible for cybersecurity?
IT specialists: they are in the best position to promote cybersecurity
All of the above
Managers: they are responsible for ensuring correct practices are followed
Business owners: they run the business & need to know cybersecurity basics
5
Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for strong password security?
Use a unique password for each account
Use longer passphrases
Use multi-factor authentication, when possible
Use a text file to keep track of passwords – NOT sticky notes
6
In the context of cybersecurity, what is the "principle of least privilege"?
Granting administrative rights to all users
Providing access only to the info & resources needed to perform your tasks
Assigning non-critical functions to users who have minimal system access
Disabling complex or risky features to simplify application administration
7
What steps should you take when selecting vendors who will have access to your sensitive info? (Pick the best answer)
Include security review / control provisions in vendor contracts
Confirm that the vendor understands the importance of cybersecurity
Only do business with well-known vendors
Ensure that your vendors understand your compliance rules
8
What is the primary purpose of multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
To make login processes more complex
To provide extra security by requiring multiple forms of identification
To simplify access to systems
To reduce the need for strong passwords

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