National Security and Cybersecurity Awareness

A complete set of practice flashcards covering national security, external threats, internal threats, and the role of youth in cybersecurity from the lecture transcript.

What is national security according to the lecture notes?

The protection of a country and its people from outside dangers like wars or digital attacks.

How is cybersecurity awareness defined in the text?

The knowledge of online risks and the good habits people use to keep data safe.

What is considered a major threat to a country's safety?

Weak computer security.

What are external threats in cybersecurity?

Dangers that come from outside an organization or computer system, usually caused by hackers, cybercriminals, or other unauthorized people trying to access or damage systems and information.

What is malware?

Malicious software designed to damage or disrupt systems, including harmful software such as viruses, worms, and spyware that can damage or steal data.

How do phishing attacks trick users?

By using fake emails, messages, or websites to trick people into giving passwords or personal information.

What is ransomware?

Malware that locks or encrypts files and demands money or payment to restore access.

How is hacking defined in the presentation?

Unauthorized access to computers, accounts, or networks.

What happens during a DDoS attack?

Attackers overwhelm a website or network with traffic, causing it to slow down or stop working.

What do criminals do in password attacks?

Criminals try to guess, steal, or crack passwords to access accounts.

What is social engineering?

A method where attackers manipulate people into revealing confidential information or performing unsafe actions.

What occurs during a data breach?

Attackers gain unauthorized access to sensitive information such as customer or company data.

What are internal threats in cybersecurity?

Risks that come from inside an organization, usually involving employees, contractors, or people who have authorized access to systems.

What do malicious employees do as an internal threat?

Employees intentionally steal, delete, or damage company data.

What is an accidental data leak?

An incident where an employee accidentally sends confidential information to the wrong person.

Why do weak passwords pose an internal threat?

Employees use simple passwords or reuse passwords, making accounts easier to compromise.

What is unauthorized access as an internal cybersecurity threat?

When employees access files or systems that they are not supposed to use.

What action defines insider data theft?

An employee copies or steals sensitive company information.

What constitutes unsafe use of devices by employees?

Employees using infected USB drives, personal devices, or unauthorized software.

What is an example of employee negligence provided in the text?

Employees failing to follow cybersecurity rules, such as leaving computers unlocked.

What does sharing confidential information involve?

Employees intentionally or unintentionally disclosing passwords, customer data, or company secrets.

What is the youth's role as First Defenders in national cyber security?

Practice good cyber hygiene, spot scams/phishing, and teach family/friends to stay safe online.

How can youth prepare to become the Future Workforce in cyber security?

By becoming ethical hackers, programmers, and cyber analysts through CTFs, hackathons, and tech courses.

How can youth fight disinformation online?

By fact-checking, reporting fake news, and stopping the spread of propaganda on social media.

What actions are expected of youth as Innovators & Volunteers?

Build security tools, join cyber awareness drives, and help protect schools or government websites.

How do youth Set the Culture in national cyber security?

By promoting responsible digital behavior to build a more resilient nation.

Why does cybersecurity matter according to the presentation?

It protects personal data, prevents financial loss, maintains digital trust, and keeps us safe from online harm.