Technology and Communications Flashcards
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Which U.S. government system is used for secure electronic transmission of diplomatic cables between embassies and Washington?
Answer: SIPRNET
SIPRNET (Secret Internet Protocol Router Network) is the classified network used for transmitting sensitive diplomatic communications.
What does the term 'encryption at rest' mean in the context of consular data security?
Answer: Stored data is encrypted even when not being accessed
Encryption at rest means data stored on servers or devices is encrypted regardless of whether it is actively being accessed.
A consular officer receives an email from an unknown sender with an attachment claiming to be an urgent visa inquiry. What is the safest action?
Answer: Forward it to IT security without opening the attachment
Suspicious emails with attachments should be reported to IT security without opening them to prevent potential malware infection.
What is the primary purpose of a Virtual Private Network (VPN) used by State Department employees working remotely?
Answer: To create a secure encrypted tunnel to government networks
A VPN creates an encrypted tunnel that allows remote employees to securely access government networks as if they were on-site.
Which of the following best describes 'social engineering' in the context of cybersecurity?
Answer: Manipulating individuals into revealing confidential information
Social engineering involves psychologically manipulating people into divulging sensitive information or taking unsafe actions.
What is the State Department's OpenNet used for?
Answer: Conducting unclassified government business and internet access
OpenNet is the State Department's unclassified network used for everyday business, email, and internet access.
When a consular officer suspects their government-issued laptop has been compromised, what should they do first?
Answer: Disconnect from the network and contact IT security immediately
Disconnecting from the network prevents further potential data exfiltration while IT security is notified to conduct a proper investigation.