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Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure

Description: This quiz covers the topic of Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure, focusing on the legal and regulatory aspects of protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the primary goal of cybersecurity in the context of critical infrastructure?

  1. To protect sensitive data from unauthorized access

  2. To ensure the continuity of essential services

  3. To prevent cyberattacks on government networks

  4. To monitor and detect suspicious network activity


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary goal of cybersecurity in the context of critical infrastructure is to ensure that essential services, such as electricity, water, and transportation, continue to function properly and are not disrupted by cyberattacks.

Which U.S. government agency is responsible for coordinating cybersecurity efforts across critical infrastructure sectors?

  1. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

  2. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

  3. National Security Agency (NSA)

  4. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is responsible for coordinating cybersecurity efforts across critical infrastructure sectors in the United States. DHS works with public and private sector partners to identify and mitigate cyber threats to critical infrastructure.

What is the name of the U.S. law that establishes cybersecurity requirements for critical infrastructure owners and operators?

  1. Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA)

  2. Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (CIPA)

  3. National Cybersecurity Protection Act (NCPA)

  4. Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (CIPA) is a U.S. law that establishes cybersecurity requirements for critical infrastructure owners and operators. CIPA requires critical infrastructure owners and operators to develop and implement cybersecurity plans, conduct risk assessments, and report cybersecurity incidents to the government.

What is the term used to describe the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks to critical infrastructure?

  1. Cybersecurity risk assessment

  2. Critical infrastructure risk management

  3. Cybersecurity vulnerability assessment

  4. Critical infrastructure resilience assessment


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Critical infrastructure risk management is the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks to critical infrastructure. This process involves identifying potential threats, assessing the likelihood and impact of those threats, and implementing measures to reduce the risk of a cyberattack.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of cyberattack against critical infrastructure?

  1. Malware attacks

  2. Phishing attacks

  3. Denial-of-service attacks

  4. Man-in-the-middle attacks


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Phishing attacks are typically used to target individuals, not critical infrastructure. Malware attacks, denial-of-service attacks, and man-in-the-middle attacks are all common types of cyberattacks against critical infrastructure.

What is the term used to describe the ability of a critical infrastructure system to withstand and recover from a cyberattack?

  1. Cybersecurity resilience

  2. Critical infrastructure resilience

  3. Cybersecurity robustness

  4. Critical infrastructure robustness


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Critical infrastructure resilience is the ability of a critical infrastructure system to withstand and recover from a cyberattack. This includes the ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate the impact of a cyberattack.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended best practice for improving cybersecurity in critical infrastructure?

  1. Implementing strong authentication mechanisms

  2. Regularly updating software and firmware

  3. Using a layered approach to cybersecurity

  4. Neglecting physical security measures


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neglecting physical security measures is not a recommended best practice for improving cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. Physical security measures, such as access control and surveillance, are an important part of a layered approach to cybersecurity.

What is the term used to describe the process of sharing cybersecurity information between critical infrastructure owners and operators?

  1. Cybersecurity information sharing

  2. Critical infrastructure information sharing

  3. Cybersecurity threat intelligence sharing

  4. Critical infrastructure threat intelligence sharing


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cybersecurity information sharing is the process of sharing cybersecurity information between critical infrastructure owners and operators. This information can include threat intelligence, best practices, and lessons learned.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of a cybersecurity incident response plan for critical infrastructure?

  1. Incident detection and analysis

  2. Incident containment and eradication

  3. Incident recovery and restoration

  4. Incident documentation and reporting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Incident documentation and reporting is not a key component of a cybersecurity incident response plan for critical infrastructure. The key components of a cybersecurity incident response plan are incident detection and analysis, incident containment and eradication, and incident recovery and restoration.

What is the term used to describe the process of testing the effectiveness of a critical infrastructure system's cybersecurity defenses?

  1. Cybersecurity penetration testing

  2. Critical infrastructure penetration testing

  3. Cybersecurity vulnerability assessment

  4. Critical infrastructure vulnerability assessment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cybersecurity penetration testing is the process of testing the effectiveness of a critical infrastructure system's cybersecurity defenses by simulating a cyberattack. This testing can help identify vulnerabilities that can be exploited by attackers.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of cybersecurity training for critical infrastructure personnel?

  1. Security awareness training

  2. Incident response training

  3. Vulnerability assessment training

  4. Penetration testing training


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vulnerability assessment training is not a common type of cybersecurity training for critical infrastructure personnel. Security awareness training, incident response training, and penetration testing training are all common types of cybersecurity training for critical infrastructure personnel.

What is the term used to describe the process of continuously monitoring a critical infrastructure system for cybersecurity threats?

  1. Cybersecurity monitoring

  2. Critical infrastructure monitoring

  3. Cybersecurity threat monitoring

  4. Critical infrastructure threat monitoring


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cybersecurity monitoring is the process of continuously monitoring a critical infrastructure system for cybersecurity threats. This monitoring can help identify suspicious activity and potential cyberattacks.

Which of the following is NOT a recommended best practice for improving cybersecurity in critical infrastructure?

  1. Implementing a zero-trust security model

  2. Using strong encryption for data protection

  3. Regularly patching software and firmware

  4. Neglecting to conduct cybersecurity risk assessments


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Neglecting to conduct cybersecurity risk assessments is not a recommended best practice for improving cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. Cybersecurity risk assessments are an important part of identifying and mitigating cybersecurity risks.

What is the term used to describe the process of developing and implementing cybersecurity policies and procedures for a critical infrastructure organization?

  1. Cybersecurity policy development

  2. Critical infrastructure policy development

  3. Cybersecurity governance

  4. Critical infrastructure governance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Cybersecurity governance is the process of developing and implementing cybersecurity policies and procedures for a critical infrastructure organization. This includes defining roles and responsibilities, establishing cybersecurity standards, and monitoring compliance with cybersecurity policies.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of a cybersecurity incident response plan for critical infrastructure?

  1. Incident detection and analysis

  2. Incident containment and eradication

  3. Incident recovery and restoration

  4. Incident documentation and reporting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Incident documentation and reporting is not a key component of a cybersecurity incident response plan for critical infrastructure. The key components of a cybersecurity incident response plan are incident detection and analysis, incident containment and eradication, and incident recovery and restoration.

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