3.1 Introduction to Cybersecurity

Question 1

What is cybersecurity?

Answer 1

Protecting information systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access.

Question 2

Why is cybersecurity important?

Answer 2

To defend against cyber threats and data breaches.

Question 3

What are the 3 main principles of cybersecurity?

Answer 3

CIA triad - Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability.

Question 4

What does Confidentiality aim to achieve?

Answer 4

Only authorized users can access information.

Question 5

What kind of information does Confidentiality protect?

Answer 5

Personal data like social security numbers, financial records, etc.

Question 6

What does Integrity ensure?

Answer 6

The accuracy and completeness of data.

Question 7

What does Availability guarantee?

Answer 7

Information is accessible when needed.

Question 8

What can happen if an organization fails to implement the CIA triad?

Answer 8

Security breaches and data leaks.

Question 9

What is a major consequence of a damaged reputation from a cyberattack?

Answer 9

Loss of business and customer trust.

Question 10

What are some economic costs of cyberattacks?

Answer 10

Data recovery, investigating the breach, lost revenue, legal costs, etc.

Question 11

What are regulatory costs in cybersecurity?

Answer 11

Fines for non-compliance with data protection laws.

Question 12

Give an example of a data protection regulation.

Answer 12

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) in Europe.

Question 13

How can organizations comply with data protection regulations?

Answer 13

Audits, security measures, employee training, etc.

Question 14

Besides economic costs, what else can cyberattacks impact?

Answer 14

An organization’s reputation and brand value.

Question 15

How do cyber threats evolve?

Answer 15

Hackers use innovative methods like social engineering and artificial intelligence.

Question 16

What is a major impact of a cyberattack on an organization’s reputation?

Answer 16

Loss of public trust and negative media coverage.

Question 17

Besides lost trust, how else can a cyberattack damage an organization’s reputation?

Answer 17

Social media backlash and long-term impact on brand value.

Question 18

What are some direct economic costs of a cyberattack?

Answer 18

Investigating the breach, data recovery, and implementing new security measures.

Question 19

What are some indirect economic costs of a cyberattack?

Answer 19

Lost revenue due to downtime, notifying affected customers, and potential lawsuits

Question 20

What regulatory costs can an organization face after a cyberattack?

Answer 20

Fines for not complying with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR).

Question 21

What are some additional costs associated with data protection regulations?

Answer 21

Audits, security measures, and employee training on data protocols.