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July 2018 USB Security Awareness Quiz

July 2018 Security Awareness Poster

USB devices are popular data storage options because they are small, portable, and convenient. However, they should not be assumed safe, especially in our BYOD culture. How savvy are you on USB security awareness? Take this quiz to find out.

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1. True or False? I bought a brand new USB drive from a store, so it must be safe.

True

False

Question 1 of 5

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2. True or False? If I know the person who gave me the USB drive, I can assume it is safe to plug it into my computer.

True

False

Question 2 of 5

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3. Which of the follow statements is/are true? Choose the best answer(s).

Any information stored on a USB device should be backed up.

It is okay to store PII on any USB device, especially because my company has a bring your own device policy.

It is okay to use a USB device as the only storage device for important data.

PII can be stored on a USB device if the device is password protected and the data is encrypted.

Question 3 of 5

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4. True or False? A phone can be used to redirect all internet traffic through the phone, making your personal data available to hackers.

True

False

Question 4 of 5

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5. In terms of security, what is the best way to protect data stored on your USB drive?

Use a strong password.

Hide the USB drive when it's not in use.

Back up the data on the drive.

Encrypt the data.

Question 5 of 5

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