CS 4 Flashcards
What do SMS and MMS mean in telephony?
SMS sends texts; MMS sends media.
What are the requirements of a 5G network in telecommunication?
High speed, low latency, and massive device connections.
What is the difference between a SIM and an eSIM?
SIM is physical; eSIM is built-in and programmable.
What is the difference between CLIP and CLIR?
CLIP shows the caller ID; CLIR hides it.
Why is physical security used along with computer security?
Protects both hardware and digital data.
What is the difference between a threat and a vulnerability in computer security?
Threat is danger; vulnerability is weakness.
How can risk description facilitate security precautions in computer security?
Identifies potential threats and prepares defenses.
Who can determine restrictions on security solutions?
Restrictions on security solutions are determined by system administrators, security policies, or regulatory requirements.
What are the elements and access controls of physical object security?
Elements of physical object security include barriers, locks, alarms, and surveillance systems. Access controls involve authentication (e.g., ID cards, biometrics) and authorization (e.g., permissions, role-based access).
What is the difference between authorization and authentication?
Authentication verifies identity; authorization grants access.
How can multi-factor authentication facilitate access control within computer security?
Adds extra security layers (e.g., password + fingerprint).
What are denial of service attacks and distributed denial of service attacks?
DoS uses one source; DDoS uses multiple sources.
What does phishing mean in computer security?
Tricking users into giving personal data.
What does a firewall mean in IT security architecture?
Filters traffic to block harmful data.
What are the cybersecurity roles in organizations?
Analyst, engineer, architect, administrator, and CISO.
What does GDPR mean in the European Union?
GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation, which protects data privacy in the EU.
What does GDPR mean outside the European Union?
Outside the EU, GDPR applies to companies handling EU citizens’ data, ensuring privacy and protection.
How can an organization’s business be affected if it violates GDPR?
Fines, reputational damage, and loss of trust.
What is personal data?
Any information identifying a person (e.g., name, email).
