Cyber Awareness Challenge 2023 (Updated) - Learnexams (2024)

*Spillage
After reading an online story about a new security project being developed on the military installation where you work, your neighbor asks you to comment about the article. You know that this project is classified. How should you respond?
Attempt to change the subject to something non-work related, but neither confirm nor deny the article’s authenticity

*Spillage
Which of the following may help to prevent spillage?
Label all files, removable media, and subject headers with appropriate classification markings.

*Spillage
A user writes down details marked as Secret from a report stored on a classified system and uses those details to draft a briefing on an unclassified system without authorization. What is the best choice to describe what has occurred?
Spillage because classified data was moved to a lower classification level system without authorization.

*Spillage
What should you do when you are working on an unclassified system and receive an email with a classified attachment?
Call your security point of contact immediately

*Spillage
What should you do if a reporter asks you about potentially classified information on the web?
Ask for information about the website, including the URL.

*Spillage
.What should you do if a reporter asks you about potentially classified information on the web?
Refer the reporter to your organization’s public affairs office.

*Spillage
What should you do if you suspect spillage has occurred?
Immediately notify your security point of contact

*Spillage
Which of the following is a good practice to prevent spillage?
Be aware of classification markings and all handling caveats.

*Spillage
Which of the following actions is appropriate after finding classified information on the Internet?
Note any identifying information and the website’s Uniform Resource Locator (URL)

**Classified Data
When classified data is not in use, how can you protect it?
Store classified data appropriately in a GSA-approved vault/container.

**Classified Data
What is required for an individual to access classified data?
Appropriate clearance, a signed and approved non-disclosure agreement, and need-to-know

**Classified Data
Which classification level is given to information that could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security?
Secret

**Classified Data
Which of the following is a good practice to protect classified information?
Ensure proper labeling by appropriately marking all classified material and, when required, sensitive material

**Classified Data
Which of the following is true of protecting classified data?
Classified material must be appropriately marked.

**Classified Data
What level of damage can the unauthorized disclosure of information classified as Confidential reasonably be expected to cause?
Damage to national security

**Classified Data
Which of the following is true of telework?
You must have permission from your organization.

**Classified Data
Which type of information could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security if disclosed without authorization?
Secret

**Classified Data
How should you protect a printed classified document when it is not in use?
Store it in a General Services Administration (GSA)-approved vault or container

What level of damage to national security could reasonably be expected if unauthorized disclosure of Top Secret information occurred?
Exceptionally grave Damage

**Insider Threat
Based on the description that follows, how many potential insider threat indicator(s) are displayed? A colleague vacations at the beach every year, is married and a father of four, sometimes has poor work quality, and works well with his team.
~0 indicator

**Insider Threat
How many potential insider threat indicators does a coworker who often makes others uneasy by being persistent in trying to obtain information about classified projects to which he has no access, is boisterous about his wife putting them in credit card debt, and often complains about anxiety and exhaustion display?
3 or more indicators

**Insider Threat
Based on the description that follows, how many potential insider threat indicator(s) are displayed? A colleague is playful and charming, consistently wins performance awards, and is occasionally aggressive in trying to access classified information.
1 indicator

**Insider Threat
What advantages do “insider threats” have over others that allows them to cause damage to their organizations more easily?
Insiders are given a level of trust and have authorized access to Government information systems

**Insider Threat
What type of activity or behavior should be reported as a potential insider threat?
Coworker making consistent statements indicative of hostility or anger toward the United States in its policies.

**Insider Threat
Which of the following should be reported as a potential security incident?
A coworker removes sensitive information without authorization

**Insider Threat
Which scenario might indicate a reportable insider threat?
A coworker uses a personal electronic device in a secure area where their use is prohibited.

**Insider Threat
Based on the description that follows, how many potential insider threat indicator(s) are displayed? A colleague often makes others uneasy with her persistent efforts to obtain information about classified project where she has no need-to-know, is vocal about her husband overspending on credit cards, and complains about anxiety and exhaustion.
3 or more indicators

**Insider Threat
Which type of behavior should you report as a potential insider threat?
Hostility or anger toward the United States and its policies

**Insider Threat
Which of the following is NOT considered a potential insider threat indicator?
Treated mental health issues

**Insider Threat
What do insiders with authorized access to information or information systems pose?

**Social Networking
When is the safest time to post details of your vacation activities on your social networking profile?
After you have returned home following the vacation

**Insider Threat
Based on the description that follows, how many potential insider threat indicator(s) are displayed? A colleague abruptly becomes hostile and unpleasant after previously enjoying positive working relationships with peers, purchases an unusually expensive car, and has unexplained absences from work.
3 or more indicators

**Insider Threat
What is an insider threat?
Someone who uses authorized access, wittingly or unwittingly, to harm national security through unauthorized disclosure or other actions that may cause the loss or degradation of resources or capabilities.

*Insider Threat
Which of the following is a potential insider threat indicator?
Interest in learning a foreign language

*Insider Threat
Which of the following is a potential insider threat indicator?
Unusual interest in classified information

*Insider Threat
Which of the following is a reportable insider threat activity?
Attempting to access sensitive information without need-to-know

In addition to avoiding the temptation of greed to betray his country, what should Alex do differently?
Avoid talking about work outside of the workplace or with people without a need-to-know

How many insider threat indicators does Alex demonstrate?
Three or more

What should Alex’s colleagues do?
Report the suspicious behavior in accordance with their organization’s insider threat policy

**Insider Threat
What function do Insider Threat Programs aim to fulfill?
Proactively identify potential threats and formulate holistic mitigation responses

**Social Networking
What should you do if you receive a game application request that includes permission to access your friends, profile information, cookies, and sites visited?
Decline the request

**Social Networking
Which of the following information is a security risk when posted publicly on your social networking profile?
Your personal e-mail address

**Social Networking
Which of the following is a security best practice when using social networking sites?
Understanding and using the available privacy settings

**Social Networking
When may you be subject to criminal, disciplinary, and/or administrative action due to online misconduct?
If you participate in or condone it at any time

**Social Networking
Which of the following is a security best practice when using social networking sites?
Use only your personal contact information when establishing your account

**Social Networking
Which of the following information is a security risk when posted publicly on your social networking profile?
Your mother’s maiden name

**Social Networking
Your cousin posted a link to an article with an incendiary headline on social media. What action should you take?
Research the source of the article to evaluate its credibility and reliability

**Social Networking
Which of the following best describes the sources that contribute to your online identity?
Data about you collected from all sites, apps, and devices that you use can be aggregated to form a profile of you.

**Social Networking
As someone who works with classified information, what should you do if you are contacted by a foreign national seeking information on a research project?
Inform your security point of contact

**Social Networking
Which piece if information is safest to include on your social media profile?
Photos of your pet

**Social Networking
Which piece if information is safest to include on your social media profile?
Your favorite movie

**Social Networking
Which of the following statements is true?
Adversaries exploit social networking sites to disseminate fake news.

How can you protect your organization on social networking sites?
Ensure there are no identifiable landmarks visible in any photos taken in a work setting that you post

*Controlled Unclassified Information
Which of the following is NOT an example of CUI?
Press release data

*Controlled Unclassified Information
Which of the following is NOT a correct way to protect CUI?
CUI may be stored on any password-protected system.

*Controlled Unclassified Information
Which of the following best describes a way to safely transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)?
Paul verifies that the information is CUI, includes a CUI marking in the subject header and digitally signs an e-mail containing CUI.

*Controlled Unclassified Information
Which is a best practice for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)?
Store it in a locked desk drawer after working hours.

Which of the following is not Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)?
Press release data

Which of the following is true of Unclassified information?
It does not require markings or distribution controls

Which of the following includes Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI)?

**Physical Security
What is a good practice for physical security?
Challenge people without proper badges.

**Physical Security
At which Cyberspace Protection Condition (CPCON) is the priority focus on critical functions only?
CPCON 1

**Physical Security
Within a secure area, you see an individual who you do not know and is not wearing a visible badge. What should you do?
Ask the individual for identification

**Identity Management
Your DoD Common Access Card (CAC) has a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) token approved for access to the NIPRNet. In which situation below are you permitted to use your PKI token?
On a NIPRNet system while using it for a PKI-required task

**Identity Management
Which of the following is the nest description of two-factor authentication?
Something you possess, like a CAC, and something you know, like a PIN or password

**Identity management
Which is NOT a sufficient way to protect your identity?
Use a common password for all your system and application logons.

**Identity management
What is the best way to protect your Common Access Card (CAC)?
Maintain possession of it at all times.

**Identity management
Which of the following is NOT a best practice to preserve the authenticity of your identity?
Store your Common Access Card (CAC) or Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card in a shielded sleeve
~Write your password down on a device that only you access (e.g., your smartphone)
Change your password at least every 3 months
Enable two-factor authentication whenever available, even for personal accounts

**Identity management
Which of the following is an example of two-factor authentication?
Your password and a code you receive via text message

**Identity management
Which of the following is an example of a strong password?
eA1xy2!P

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
What is Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)?
A program that segregates various types of classified information into distinct compartments for added protection and dissemination or distribution control

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
Which of the following best describes the compromise of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)?
A person who does not have the required clearance or assess caveats comes into possession of SCI in any manner.

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
When should documents be marked within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)
~All documents should be appropriately marked, regardless of format, sensitivity, or classification.
Unclassified documents do not need to be marked as a SCIF.
Only paper documents that are in open storage need to be marked.

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
Which must be approved and signed by a cognizant Original Classification Authority (OCA)?
Security Classification Guide (SCG)

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
What must the dissemination of information regarding intelligence sources, methods, or activities follow?
Directives issued by the Director of National Intelligence

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
When is it appropriate to have your security badge visible?
At all times when in the facility

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
What should the owner of this printed SCI do differently?
Retrieve classified documents promptly from printers

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
What should the participants in this conversation involving SCI do differently?
Physically assess that everyone within listening distance is cleared and has a need-to-know for the information being discussed

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
When faxing Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), what actions should you take?
Mark SCI documents appropriately and use an approved SCI fax machine

**Removable Media in a SCIF
What must users ensure when using removable media such as compact disk (CD)?
It displays a label showing maximum classification, date of creation, point of contact, and Change Management 9CM) Control Number.

**Removable Media in a SCIF
What portable electronic devices (PEDs) are allowed in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)?
Government-owned PEDs when expressly authorized by your agency

**Removable Media in a SCIF
What action should you take when using removable media in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)?
Identify and disclose it with local Configuration/Change Management Control and Property Management authorities

*Malicious Code
What are some examples of malicious code?
Viruses, Trojan horses, or worms

*Malicious Code
Which of the following is NOT a way that malicious code spreads?
Legitimate software updates

*Malicious Code
After visiting a website on your Government device, a popup appears on your screen. The popup asks if you want to run an application. Is this safe?
No, you should only allow mobile code to run from your organization or your organization’s trusted sites.

**Website Use
While you are registering for a conference, you arrive at the website http://www.dcsecurityconference.org/registration/. The website requires a credit card for registration. What should you do?
Since the URL does not start with “https,” do not provide you credit card information.

**Website Use
How should you respond to the theft of your identity?
Report the crime to local law enforcement

**Website Use
Which of the following statements is true of cookies?
You should only accept cookies from reputable, trusted websites.

**Social Engineering
Which is a best practice that can prevent viruses and other malicious code from being downloaded when checking your e-mail?
Do not access website links, buttons, or graphics in e-mail

**Social Engineering
What is TRUE of a phishing attack?
Phishing can be an email with a hyperlink as bait.

**Social Engineering
Which of the following is a way to protect against social engineering?
Follow instructions given only by verified personnel.

**Social Engineering
What is whaling?
A type of phishing targeted at senior officials

**Social Engineering
What action should you take with an e-mail from a friend containing a compressed Uniform Resource Locator (URL)?
Investigate the link’s actual destination using the preview feature

**Social Engineering
How can you protect yourself from internet hoaxes?
Use online sites to confirm or expose potential hoaxes

**Social Engineering
Which may be a security issue with compressed Uniform Resource Locators (URLs)?
They may be used to mask malicious intent.

**Travel
What is a best practice while traveling with mobile computing devices?
Maintain possession of your laptop and other government-furnished equipment (GFE) at all times.

**Travel
Which of the following is true of traveling overseas with a mobile phone?
It may be compromised as soon as you exit the plane.

**Travel
What security risk does a public Wi-Fi connection pose?
It may expose the connected device to malware.

**Use of GFE
When can you check personal e-mail on your Government-furnished equipment (GFE)?
If allowed by organizational policy

**Use of GFE
What is a critical consideration on using cloud-based file sharing and storage applications on your Government-furnished equipment (GFE)?
Determine if the software or service is authorized

**Mobile Devices
Which is a rule for removable media, other portable electronic devices (PEDs), and mobile computing devices to protect Government systems?
Do not use any personally owned/non-organizational removable media on your organization’s systems.

**Mobile Devices
What can help to protect the data on your personal mobile device?
Secure it to the same level as Government-issued systems

**Mobile Devices
What should you do when going through an airport security checkpoint with a Government-issued mobile device?
Maintain visual or physical control of the device

**Home Computer Security
How can you protect your information when using wireless technology?
Avoid using non-Bluetooth-paired or unencrypted wireless computer peripherals.

**Home Computer Security
What should you consider when using a wireless keyboard with your home computer?
Reviewing and configuring the available security features, including encryption

**Home Computer Security
Which of the following is a best practice for securing your home computer?
Create separate accounts for each user

(Spillage) What should you do if a reporter asks you about potentially classified information on the web?
Refer the reporter to your organization’s public affairs office.

(Spillage) Which of the following is a good practice to aid in preventing spillage?
Be aware of classification markings and all handling caveats.

(Spillage) After reading an online story about a new security project being developed on the military installation where you work, your neighbor asks you to comment about the article. You know this project is classified. What should be your response?
Attempt to change the subject to something non-work related, but neither confirm nor deny the article’s authenticity.

(Spillage) What should you do when you are working on an unclassified system and receive an email with a classified attachment?
Call your security point of contact immediately.

(Spillage) What is required for an individual to access classified data?
Appropriate clearance; signed and approved non-disclosure agreement; and need-to-know.

(Spillage) When classified data is not in use, how can you protect it?
Store classified data appropriately in a GSA-approved vault/container.

(Insider Threat) A colleague vacations at the beach every year, is married and a father of four, his work quality is sometimes poor, and he is pleasant to work with. How many potential insider threat indicators does this employee display?
0 indicators

(Insider Threat) Based on the description that follows, how many potential insider threat indicator(s) are displayed? A colleague is playful and charming, consistently wins performance awards, and is occasionally aggressive in trying to access classified information.
1 indicators

(Spillage) What type of activity or behavior should be reported as a potential insider threat?
Coworker making consistent statements indicative of hostility or anger toward the United States and its policies.

(Spillage) What advantages do “insider threats” have over others that allows them to cause damage to their organizations more easily?
Insiders are given a level of trust and have authorized access to Government information systems.

(Spillage) Which of the following is a best practice to protect information about you and your organization on social networking sites and applications?
Use only personal contact information when establishing personal social networking accounts, never use Government contact information.

(Spillage) When is the safest time to post details of your vacation activities on your social networking website?
When your vacation is over, after you have returned home

(social networking) When is the safest time to post details of your vacation activities on your social networking profile?
After you have returned home following the vacation

(Spillage) What level of damage can the unauthorized disclosure of information classified as confidential reasonably be expected to cause?
Damage to national security

(Spillage) Which type of information could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security if disclosed without authorization?
Secret

(Spillage) Which of the following practices may reduce your appeal as a target for adversaries seeking to exploit your insider status?
Remove your security badge after leaving your controlled area or office building.

(Sensitive Information) What type of unclassified material should always be marked with a special handling caveat?
For Official Use Only (FOUO)

(Sensitive Information) Which of the following is NOT an example of sensitive information?
Press release data

(Sensitive Information) Which of the following is true about unclassified data?
When unclassified data is aggregated, its classification level may rise.

(Sensitive Information) Which of the following represents a good physical security practice?
Use your own security badge, key code, or Common Access Card (CAC)/Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card.

(Sensitive Information) What certificates are contained on the Common Access Card (CAC)?
Identification, encryption, and digital signature

(Sensitive Information) What should you do if a commercial entity, such as a hotel reception desk, asks to make a photocopy of your Common Access Card (CAC) for proof of Federal Government employment?
Do not allow your CAC to be photocopied.

(Sensitive Compartmented Information) What describes how Sensitive Compartmented Information is marked?
Approved Security Classification Guide (SCG)

(Sensitive Compartmented Information) Which of the following best describes the compromise of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)?
A person who does not have the required clearance or assess caveats comes into possession of SCI in any manner.

(Sensitive Compartmented Information) What portable electronic devices (PEDs) are allow in a Secure Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)?
Government-owned PEDs, if expressly authorized by your agency.

(Malicious Code) What are some examples of malicious code?
Viruses, Trojan horses, or worms

(Malicious Code) Which of the following is NOT a way that malicious code spreads?
Legitimate software updates

(Malicious Code) While you are registering for a conference, you arrive at the website http://www.dcsecurityconference.org/registration/. The website requires a credit card for registration. What should you do?
Since the URL does not start with “https,” do not provide your credit card information.

(Malicious Code) Which email attachments are generally SAFE to open?
Attachments contained in a digitally signed email from someone known

(Malicious Code) What is a common indicator of a phishing attempt?
It includes a threat of dire circ*mstances.

(Malicious Code) Which of the following is true of Internet hoaxes?
They can be part of a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack.

(Malicious Code) Upon connecting your Government-issued laptop to a public wireless connection, what should you immediately do?
Connect to the Government Virtual Private Network (VPN).

(Malicious Code) A coworker has asked if you want to download a programmer’s game to play at work. What should be your response?
I’ll pass

(Malicious Code) What are some examples of removable media?
Memory sticks, flash drives, or external hard drives

(Malicious Code) Which are examples of portable electronic devices (PEDs)?
laptops, fitness bands, tablets, smartphones, electric readers, and Bluetooth devices

(Malicious Code) What is a good practice to protect data on your home wireless systems?
Ensure that the wireless security features are properly configured.

(social networking) When may you be subjected to criminal, disciplinary, and/or administrative action due to online misconduct?
If you participate in or condone it at any time

(social networking) Which of the following is a security best practice when using social networking sites?
Use only personal contact information when establishing your personal account

(controlled unclassified information) Which of the following is NOT an example of CUI?
press release data

(controlled unclassified information) Which of the following is NOT correct way to protect CUI?
CUI may be stored on any password-protected system.

(Physical Security) which Cyberspace Protection Condition (CPCON) establishes a protection priority focus on critical and essential functions only?

(Answer) CPCON 2 (High: Critical and Essential Functions)

CPCON 1 (Very High: Critical Functions)
CPCON 3 (Medium: Critical, Essential, and Support Functions)
CPCON 4 (Low: All Functions)
CPCON 5 (Very Low: All Functions)

(Identity Management) What certificates are contained on the Common Access Card (CAC)?
Identification, encryption, and digital signature

(Identity Management) Which of the following is an example of two-factor authentication?
Your password and the second commonly includes a text with a code sent to your phone

(Sensitive Information) What guidance is available from marking Sensitive Information information (SCI)?
Security Classification Guide (SCG)

(Sensitive Information) What must the dissemination of information regarding intelligence sources, methods, or activities follow?
The Director of National Intelligence.

(removable media) If an incident occurs involving removable media in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF), what action should you take?
Notify your security point of contact

Which of the following actions can help to protect your identity?
Order a credit report annually

What is whaling?
Looking at your MOTHER, and screaming “THERE SHE BLOWS!!”
(A type of phishing targeted at senior officials)
Which is still your FAT A$$ MOTHER!

Which is a best practice that can prevent viruses and other malicious code from being downloaded when checking your e-mail?
Do not access website links, buttons, or graphics in e-mail

What type of social engineering targets particular individuals, groups of people, or organizations?
Spear phishing

(Travel) Which of the following is a concern when using your Government-issued laptop in public?
Others may be able to view your screen.

(GFE) When can you check personal e-mail on your Government-furnished equipment (GFE)?
If allowed by organizational policy

(Mobile Devices) Which of the following statements is true?
Mobile devices and applications can track your location without your knowledge or consent.

(Mobile Devices) When can you use removable media on a Government system?
When operationally necessary, owned by your organization, and approved by the appropriate authority

(Home computer) Which of the following is best practice for securing your home computer?
Create separate accounts for each user

*Spillage
After reading an online story about a new security project being developed on the military installation where you work, your neighbor asks you to comment about the article. You know this project is classified. What should be your response?
Attempt to change the subject to something non-work related, but neither confirm nor deny the article’s authenticity.

*Spillage
Which of the following may help prevent inadvertent spillage?
Label all files, removable media, and subject headers with appropriate classification markings.

*Spillage
A user writes down details marked as Secret from a report stored on a classified system and uses those details to draft a briefing on an unclassified system without authorization. What is the best choice to describe what has occurred?
Spillage because classified data was moved to a lower classification level system without authorization.

*Spillage
What should you do when you are working on an unclassified system and receive an email with a classified attachment?
Call your security point of contact immediately

*Spillage
What should you do if a reporter asks you about potentially classified information on the web?
Ask for information about the website, including the URL.

*Spillage
.What should you do if a reporter asks you about potentially classified information on the web?
Refer the reporter to your organization’s public affairs office.

*Spillage
What is a proper response if spillage occurs?
~Immediately notify your security POC.

*Spillage
Which of the following is a good practice to aid in preventing spillage?
Be aware of classification markings and all handling caveats.

*Spillage
Which of the following may help to prevent spillage?
Follow procedures for transferring data to and from outside agency and non-Government networks.

*Spillage
You find information that you know to be classified on the Internet. what should you do?
Note the website’s URL and report the situation to your security point of contact.

*Spillage
Which of the following is a good practice to prevent spillage?
Always check to make sure you are using the correct network for the level of data.

**Classified Data
When classified data is not in use, how can you protect it?
Store classified data appropriately in a GSA-approved vault/container.

**Classified Data
What is required for an individual to access classified data?
Appropriate clearance, a signed and approved non-disclosure agreement, and need-to-know

**Classified Data
Which classification level is given to information that could reasonably be expected to cause serious damage to national security?
Secret

**Classified Data
What is a good practice to protect classified information?
Ensure proper labeling by appropriately marking all classified material and, when required, sensitive material.

**Classified Data
Which of the following can an unauthorized disclosure of information classified as Confidential reasonably be expected to cause?
Damage to national security

**Classified Data
Which of the following must you do before using and unclassified laptop and peripherals in a collateral environment?
Use personally-owned wired headsets and microphones only in designated areas

**Insider Threat
Which of the following is NOT considered a potential insider threat indicator?
New interest in learning a foreign language

**Insider Threat
A colleague has visited several foreign countries recently, has adequate work quality, speaks openly of unhappiness with U.S. foreign policy, and recently had his car repossessed. How many potential insider threat indicators does this employee display?
1 Indicator(wrong)
~3 or more indicators

**Insider Threat
A colleague vacations at the beach every year, is married and a father of four, his work quality is sometimes poor, and he is pleasant to work with. How many potential insider threat indicators does this employee display?
1 indicator

**Insider Threat
How many potential insider threat indicators does a coworker who often makes others uneasy by being persistent in trying to obtain information about classified projects to which he has no access, is boisterous about his wife putting them in credit card debt, and often complains about anxiety and exhaustion display?
3 or more indicators

**Insider Threat
How many potential insider threat indicators does a person who is playful and charming, consistently wins performance awards, but is occasionally aggressive in trying to access sensitive information display?
1 indicator

**Insider Threat
What advantages do “insider threats” have over others that allows them to cause damage to their organizations more easily?
Insiders are given a level of trust and have authorized access to Government information systems

**Insider Threat
What type of activity or behavior should be reported as a potential insider threat?
Coworker making consistent statements indicative of hostility or anger toward the United States in its policies.

**Insider Threat
Which of the following should be reported as a potential security incident?
A coworker removes sensitive information without authorization

**Insider Threat
Which of the following should be reported as a potential security incident (in accordance with you Agency’s insider threat policy)?
~A coworker brings a personal electronic device into a prohibited area.

**Social Networking
When is the safest time to post details of your vacation activities on your social networking website?
When vacation is over, after you have returned home

**Social Networking
What should you do if you receive a game application request that includes permission to access your friends, profile information, cookies, and sires visited?
Decline the request

*Sensitive Information
Under which circ*mstances is it permitted to share an unclassified draft document with a non-DoD professional discussion group?
As long as the document is cleared for public release, you may share it outside of DoD.

*Sensitive Information
What is the best example of Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?
Date and place of birth

*Sensitive Information
Which of the following is the best example of Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?
Passport number

*Sensitive Information
Which of the following is an example of Protected Health Information (PHI)?
Medical test results

*Sensitive Information
What type of unclassified material should always be marked with a special handling caveat?
For Official Use Only (FOUO)

*Sensitive Information
Under what circ*mstances could classified information be considered a threat to national security?
If aggregated, the information could become classified.

**Physical Security
What is a good practice for physical security?
Challenge people without proper badges.

**Physical Security
At which Cyberspace Protection Condition (CPCON) is the priority focus on critical functions only?
CPCON 1

**Identity Management
Your DoD Common Access Card (CAC) has a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) token approved for access to the NIPRNet. In which situation below are you permitted to use your PKI token?
On a NIPRNet system while using it for a PKI-required task

**Identity Management
Which of the following is the nest description of two-factor authentication?
Something you possess, like a CAC, and something you know, like a PIN or password

**Identity management
Which is NOT a sufficient way to protect your identity?
Use a common password for all your system and application logons.

**Identity management
What is the best way to protect your Common Access Card (CAC)?
Maintain possession of it at all times.

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
What is a Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) program?
A program that segregates various type of classified information into distinct compartments for added protection and dissemination for distribution control.

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
Which of the following best describes the compromise of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)?
A person who does not have the required clearance or assess caveats comes into possession of SCI in any manner.

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
When should documents be marked within a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)
~All documents should be appropriately marked, regardless of format, sensitivity, or classification.
Unclassified documents do not need to be marked as a SCIF.
Only paper documents that are in open storage need to be marked.
Only documents that are classified Secret, Top Secret, or SCI require marking. (Wrong)

*Sensitive Compartmented Information
Which must be approved and signed by a cognizant Original Classification Authority (OCA)?
Security Classification Guide (SCG)

**Removable Media in a SCIF
What must users ensure when using removable media such as compact disk (CD)?
It displays a label showing maximum classification, date of creation, point of contact, and Change Management 9CM) Control Number.

*Malicious Code
What are some examples of malicious code?
Viruses, Trojan horses, or worms

**Website Use
While you are registering for a conference, you arrive at the website http://www.dcsecurityconference.org/registration/. The website requires a credit card for registration. What should you do?
Since the URL does not start with “https,” do not provide you credit card information.

**Social Engineering
Which of the following is a practice that helps to prevent the download of viruses and other malicious code when checking your email?
Do not access links or hyperlinked media such as buttons and graphics in email messages.

**Social Engineering
What is TRUE of a phishing attack?
Phishing can be an email with a hyperlink as bait.

**Social Engineering
Which of the following is a way to protect against social engineering?
Follow instructions given only by verified personnel.

**Travel
What is a best practice while traveling with mobile computing devices?
Maintain possession of your laptop and other government-furnished equipment (GFE) at all times.

**Use of GFE
Under what circ*mstances is it acceptable to use your Government-furnished computer to check personal e-mail and do other non-work-related activities?
If allowed by organizational policy

**Mobile Devices
Which is a rule for removable media, other portable electronic devices (PEDs), and mobile computing devices to protect Government systems?
Do not use any personally owned/non-organizational removable media on your organization’s systems.

**Mobile Devices
Which of the following helps protect data on your personal mobile devices?
Secure personal mobile devices to the same level as Government-issued systems.

**Home Computer Security
How can you protect your information when using wireless technology?
Avoid using non-Bluetooth-paired or unencrypted wireless computer peripherals.

What is the best response if you find classified government data on the internet?
Note any identifying information, such as the website’s URL, and report the situation to your security POC.

What information posted publicly on your personal social networking profile represents a security risk?
Your place of birth

What is the best example of Protected Health Information (PHI)?
Your health insurance explanation of benefits (EOB)

What does Personally Identifiable Information (PII) include?
Social Security Number; date and place of birth; mother’s maiden name

What certificates are contained on the DoD Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) implemented by the Common Access Card (CAC)/Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card?
Identification, encryption, and digital signature

What describes how Sensitive Compartmented Information is marked?
Approved Security Classification Guide (SCG)

Which is a risk associated with removable media?
Spillage of classified information.

What is an indication that malicious code is running on your system?
File corruption

What is a valid response when identity theft occurs?
Report the crime to local law enforcement.

What is whaling?
A type of phishing targeted at high-level personnel such as senior officials.

What is a best practice to protect data on your mobile computing device?
Lock your device screen when not in use and require a password to reactivate.

What is a possible indication of a malicious code attack in progress?
A pop-up window that flashes and warns that your computer is infected with a virus.

Which of the following may help to prevent spillage?
Follow procedures for transferring data to and from outside agency and non-Government networks

A vendor conducting a pilot program… how should you respond?
Refer the vendor to the appropriate personnel

What level of damage… Top Secret be expected to cause?
Exceptionally grave

Which of the following is a good practice for telework?
Position your monitor so it is not facing others

Inquiry from a reporter…?
Refer to public affairs

What does spillage refer to?
Information improperly moved from higher to lower protection level

Which of the following is a good practice to protect classified information?
Don’t assume open storage is authorized

Which scenario might indicate a reportable insider threat?
A colleague removes sensitive information without seeking authorization

Which of the following is a reportable insider threat activity?
Attempting to access sensitive information without need to know

What function do Insider Threat Programs aim to fulfill?
Proactively identify potential threats and formulate yadayadayada

How can you protect your organization on social networking sites?
Ensure there are no identifiable landmarks visible in photos

What piece of information is safest to include on your social media profile?
If you don’t know the answer to this one, please do the training in full. you’re dumb forreal.

Which of the following is a security best practice when using social networking sites?
Avoiding posting your mother’s maiden name

Which of the following statements is true?
Many apps and smart devices collect and share your personal information and contribute…..

Which of the following statements is true?
Adversaries exploit social networking sites to disseminate fake news.

A trusted friend in your social network posts vaccine information on a website unknown to you. What action should you take?
some of yall mfs need to read this twice- RESEARCH THE SOURCE TO EVALUATE ITS CREDIBILITY AND RELIABILITY

Which of the following best describes a way to safely transmit CUI
Debra ensures all recipients have requires clearance and need to know before sending via encrypted email

Which of the following is true of PHI?
It is created of received by a healthcare provider, health plan, or employer

What designation includes PII and PHI?
CUI

Which is a best practice for protecting CUI?
Store in locked drawer after working hours

Which of the following is true of CUI?
CUI must be handled using safeguarding or dissemination controls

Which of the following is NOT PII?
High school attended

Which of the following describes good physical security
Lionel stops an individual in his secure area who’s not wearing a badge

Which Cyber Protection Condition establishes protection priority focus on critical functions only?
CPCON 1

Which of the following is an example of a strong password?
password12345, dummy.

Which of the following is true of using a DoD PKI token?
It should only be in a system when actively using it for a PKI-required task.

Which of the following is true of the CAC or PIV card
You should remove and take your CAC/PIV when you leave your station.

Which of the following is an example of two-factor authentication?
CAC and PIN

Which of the following is true of sharing information in a SCIF?
Individuals must avoid referencing derivatively ……

A compromise of SCI occurs when a person who doesn’t have required clearance or access caveats comes into possession of SCI
in any manner

Which of the following is true of transmitting SCI?
You may only transport SCI if you have been courier briefed for SCI

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of using removable media unsafely in a SCIF?
Damage to the removable media

How should you label removable media used in a SCIF?
With the maximum classification, date of creation, POC, and CM Control Number

Which of the following is true of downloading apps?
For Government-owned devices, use approved and authorized applications only

Which of the following statements is true of cookies?
You should confirm that a site that wants to store a cookie uses an encrypted link

How should you respond to the theft of your identity?
THE ANSWER IS NOT notify your security POC.

“to respond to identity theft if it occurs: contact credit reporting agencies, contact financial institutions to cancel accounts, monitor credit card statements for unauthorized purchases, report the crime to local law enforcement”

Which of the following is true of internet hoaxes?
They can be part of a DDoS attack.

How can you protect yourself from social engineering?
Verify the identity of all individuals.

What type of social engineering targets senior officials?
Whaling

Which of the following is true?
Digitally signed emails are more secure.

What action should you take with a compressed URL on a website known to you?
Search for instructions on how to preview where the link actually leads

Which of the following is a concern when using your Government issued laptop in public?
The physical security of the device

What security risk does a public Wi-Fi connection pose?
It may expose the information sent to theft

Which of the following is NOT a permitted way to connect a personally-owned monitor to your GFE?
USB

Which of the following is a best practice for using removable media?
Avoid inserting removable media with unknown content into your computer

Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with NFC?
Additional data charges

How can you protect data on your mobile computing and portable electronic devices (PEDs)
Enable automatic screen locking after a period of inactivity

Which of the following best describes the conditions under which mobile devices and apps can track your location?
It may occur at any time without your knowledge or consent.

Which of the following is true of Internet of Things (IoT) devices?
They can become an attack vector to other devices on your home network

How should you secure your home wireless network for teleworking?
Implement Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) Personal encryption at a minimum

Cyber Awareness Challenge 2023 Knowledge Check Answers
June 12, 2023
Question: Which of the following may help to prevent spillage?

Answer: Follow procedures for transferring data to and from outside agency and non-Government networks

Question: A vendor conducting a pilot program… how should you respond?

Answer: Refer the vendor to the appropriate personnel

Question: What level of damage… Top Secret be expected to cause?

Answer: Exceptionally grave

Question: Which of the following is a good practice for telework?

Answer: Position your monitor so it is not facing others

Question: Inquiry from a reporter…?

Answer: Refer to public affairs

Question: What does spillage refer to?

Answer: Information improperly moved from higher to lower protection level

Question: Which of the following is a good practice to protect classified information?

Answer: Don’t assume open storage is authorized

Question: Which scenario might indicate a reportable insider threat?

Answer: A colleague removes sensitive information without seeking authorization

Question: Which of the following is a reportable insider threat activity?

Answer: Attempting to access sensitive information without need to know

Question: What function do Insider Threat Programs aim to fulfill?

Answer: Proactively identify potential threats and formulate yadayadayada

Cyber Awareness Challenge 2023 (Updated) - Learnexams (2024)

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