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Cybersecurity Compliance: Compliance in Finance and Banking

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Which regulatory body is responsible for enforcing cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector in the United States?

  1. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

  2. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

  3. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)

  4. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

FINRA is responsible for enforcing cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector in the United States.

What is the primary goal of cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector?

  1. To protect customer data from unauthorized access

  2. To prevent financial fraud

  3. To ensure the integrity of financial transactions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary goal of cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector is to protect customer data from unauthorized access, prevent financial fraud, and ensure the integrity of financial transactions.

Which cybersecurity framework is commonly used by financial institutions to comply with regulatory requirements?

  1. NIST Cybersecurity Framework

  2. ISO 27001/27002

  3. PCI DSS

  4. COBIT


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework is commonly used by financial institutions to comply with regulatory requirements.

What is the minimum password length required by most financial institutions?

  1. 8 characters

  2. 10 characters

  3. 12 characters

  4. 14 characters


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Most financial institutions require a minimum password length of 12 characters.

Which of the following is NOT a common cybersecurity threat faced by financial institutions?

  1. Phishing attacks

  2. Malware attacks

  3. DDoS attacks

  4. Insider threats


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

DDoS attacks are not a common cybersecurity threat faced by financial institutions.

What is the maximum amount of time that a financial institution is typically required to report a data breach to affected customers?

  1. 24 hours

  2. 48 hours

  3. 72 hours

  4. 96 hours


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Financial institutions are typically required to report a data breach to affected customers within 72 hours.

Which of the following is NOT a common cybersecurity control used by financial institutions to protect customer data?

  1. Encryption

  2. Multi-factor authentication

  3. Firewalls

  4. Intrusion detection systems


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intrusion detection systems are not a common cybersecurity control used by financial institutions to protect customer data.

What is the purpose of a cybersecurity incident response plan?

  1. To define the roles and responsibilities of personnel in the event of a cybersecurity incident

  2. To establish procedures for detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents

  3. To provide guidance on how to communicate with customers and regulators in the event of a cybersecurity incident

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a cybersecurity incident response plan is to define the roles and responsibilities of personnel, establish procedures for detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents, and provide guidance on how to communicate with customers and regulators in the event of a cybersecurity incident.

Which of the following is NOT a common regulatory requirement for cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector?

  1. Implementing a cybersecurity risk assessment program

  2. Conducting regular cybersecurity audits

  3. Providing cybersecurity training to employees

  4. Maintaining a cybersecurity incident response plan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Providing cybersecurity training to employees is not a common regulatory requirement for cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector.

What is the maximum penalty that a financial institution can face for violating cybersecurity regulations?

  1. $100,000

  2. $500,000

  3. $1,000,000

  4. $5,000,000


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The maximum penalty that a financial institution can face for violating cybersecurity regulations is $5,000,000.

Which of the following is NOT a common best practice for cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector?

  1. Regularly updating software and firmware

  2. Using strong passwords and multi-factor authentication

  3. Educating employees about cybersecurity risks

  4. Ignoring cybersecurity vulnerabilities


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ignoring cybersecurity vulnerabilities is not a common best practice for cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector.

What is the purpose of a cybersecurity risk assessment?

  1. To identify and assess cybersecurity risks

  2. To develop and implement cybersecurity controls

  3. To monitor and review cybersecurity controls

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a cybersecurity risk assessment is to identify and assess cybersecurity risks, develop and implement cybersecurity controls, and monitor and review cybersecurity controls.

Which of the following is NOT a common cybersecurity control used by financial institutions to protect customer data?

  1. Encryption

  2. Multi-factor authentication

  3. Firewalls

  4. Intrusion detection systems


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intrusion detection systems are not a common cybersecurity control used by financial institutions to protect customer data.

What is the purpose of a cybersecurity incident response plan?

  1. To define the roles and responsibilities of personnel in the event of a cybersecurity incident

  2. To establish procedures for detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents

  3. To provide guidance on how to communicate with customers and regulators in the event of a cybersecurity incident

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of a cybersecurity incident response plan is to define the roles and responsibilities of personnel, establish procedures for detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents, and provide guidance on how to communicate with customers and regulators in the event of a cybersecurity incident.

Which of the following is NOT a common regulatory requirement for cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector?

  1. Implementing a cybersecurity risk assessment program

  2. Conducting regular cybersecurity audits

  3. Providing cybersecurity training to employees

  4. Maintaining a cybersecurity incident response plan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Providing cybersecurity training to employees is not a common regulatory requirement for cybersecurity compliance in the finance and banking sector.

What is the maximum penalty that a financial institution can face for violating cybersecurity regulations?

  1. $100,000

  2. $500,000

  3. $1,000,000

  4. $5,000,000


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The maximum penalty that a financial institution can face for violating cybersecurity regulations is $5,000,000.

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