Security Management Programs and Oversight: User Guidance and Training Flashcards
Why are policy and hand books important?
Policy/handbooks
Handbooks and policies play a crucial role in the design and implementation of a cybersecurity user-guidance training program. These documents provide a structured framework and guidelines that help employees and users understand their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding an organization’s digital assets.
What do you need to consider when it comes to situational awareness?
Situation awareness
Situational awareness refers to an individual’s ability to recognize and understand the current cybersecurity threats and risks within their computing environment. It involves staying vigilant and informed about potential security incidents and taking appropriate actions to mitigate those risks.
Current threats
Current risks
Appropriate actions
Incentives
Insider threats are important to consider because?
Insider threats
Insider threats refer to security risks and breaches that originate from individuals within an organization. These individuals could be current or former employees, contractors, or business partners who have access to the organization’s systems, data, or facilities. Insider threats can be intentional or unintentional and pose a significant risk to an organization’s cybersecurity.
Why should we implement password management?
Password management
Password management is a critical aspect of cybersecurity, and it plays a central role in an end-user security-awareness training program. Proper password management is essential for protecting sensitive information and preventing unauthorized access to systems and accounts.
What exposures do removal media and cables?
Removable media and cables
In an end-user security-awareness training program, it’s essential to address how the use of removable media, such as universal serial bus (USB) drives and cables, and charging cables, is a potential security risks. Drives and cables can introduce vulnerabilities and threats to an organization’s cybersecurity if they’re not used properly.
Why is training your employees on social engineering so critical?
Social engineering
Social engineering refers to the manipulation of individuals to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information, systems, or resources. It involves psychological manipulation and deception rather than technical exploits. Training programs play a crucial role in helping end users recognize and defend against various forms of social engineering attacks.
What is OPSEC refers to?
Operational security
Known as OPSEC, operational security refers to the practices and measures taken to protect sensitive information and maintain the security of an organization’s operations. It encompasses a wide range of strategies and behaviors aimed at preventing the compromise of confidential data, systems, and processes.
Hybrid and remote work environments?
Hybrid and remote work environments
Hybrid and remote work environments have become increasingly common, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. These work arrangements offer flexibility and convenience, but they also introduce new security challenges. To address these challenges, end-user security-awareness training programs should include specific guidance and best practices for employees working in hybrid or remote settings.
