Systems Controls & Security Measures Flashcards
What is an example of a single point of failure?
a firm using only a single password for all logins and all users –> this creates a single point of failure when this password is lost/forgotten
Public key, primary key and authentication key are examples of what?
encryption techniques
List the steps taken in a disaster recovery plan
- Assess risks in terms of facing disaster
- ID critical components: files, programs & apps
- Determine which recovery method to use
- Test recovery methods
TRUE/FALSE: Hot site is a firm’s replication of its data center
TRUE
A ____ ____ contains firm’s infrastructure to supports its data processing needs but not the hardware
COLD site
In terms of downtimes for data processing, list the sites from shortest to longest
Hot site < warm < cold
When is a good situation to use compatibility check?
when a user is making online transactions
- this method cross references user id, user profile and security profile
Define input function
system function that puts controls to verify the data being inputted accurately and authentically
Define output function
system function that puts controls to limit data to authorized users; ensures output mirrors input
Define storage function
system function that puts controls to prevent data from being altered, lost, or accessed by unauthorized users
Processing function does what?
puts controls in place to prevent deterioriation, loss or alteration while data is being inputted
Compatability check
verifies if a user is authorized to make online transactions