The cybersecurity threat landscape — Quiz

The cybersecurity threat landscape

1. According to the CSE (2018), what is a primary reason cyber threat activity against public institutions like universities and hospitals is likely to persist? (Choose one answer) a) They have the weakest security firewalls b) They are easy targets for novice hackers c) They manage essential services and sensitive information d) They are not regulated by government cybersecurity standards

2. Which of the following is identified as a top information security risk for higher education institutions? (Choose one answer) a) Lack of physical security guards b) Phishing and social engineering c) Outdated computer hardware d) Student protests over data privacy

3. The concept of a "cybernetic loop" in social digitization, as described by Kool et al. (2017), involves which sequence? (Choose one answer) a) Development, testing, deployment, and review b) Hacking, data theft, extortion, and profit c) Measurement, analysis, real-time intervention, and adjustment d) Legislation, enforcement, compliance, and auditing

4. What is a major cybersecurity concern arising from the U.S.-China technological rivalry? (Choose one answer) a) A decrease in the global supply of computer chips b) Pre-positioning malware within critical infrastructure for potential future disruption c) China banning all U.S. social media platforms d) The U.S. outsourcing all software development to India

5. Companies like NSO Group are controversial figures in the cybersecurity landscape because they (Choose one answer) a) Develop open-source antivirus software b) Sell advanced spyware to governments, which can be used to target activists and journalists c) Manufacture insecure IoT devices that are easily hacked d) Lobby for stricter data privacy laws