CMM Technology & Digital Government 3

Question 1

A city experiences a ransomware attack that encrypts its financial records. What is the FIRST step in the incident response process?

Accepted Answer

Contain the affected systems to prevent further spread

Answer

Containment is the first priority in incident response to isolate affected systems and prevent ransomware from spreading to additional municipal networks.

Question 2

Which concept refers to a network architecture where security verification is required for every user and device, regardless of location inside or outside the network perimeter?

Accepted Answer

Zero Trust Architecture

Answer

Zero Trust Architecture operates on the principle of 'never trust, always verify,' requiring continuous authentication for all users and devices accessing government systems.

Question 3

What is the key advantage of using a Geographic Information System (GIS) in municipal management?

Accepted Answer

Visualizing and analyzing spatial data for informed decision-making

Answer

GIS enables municipalities to map, analyze, and visualize geographic data to support planning, infrastructure management, and emergency response decisions.

Question 4

A municipality's 311 system is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A non-emergency citizen service request and information hotline

Answer

311 is a non-emergency government hotline and digital platform that allows residents to report issues, request services, and access city information.

Question 5

Which data privacy law requires local governments in California to provide residents with rights over their personal data, including the right to deletion?

Accepted Answer

CCPA

Answer

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants California residents rights to know, delete, and opt out of the sale of their personal information held by covered entities.

(CMM) Certified Municipal Manager Practice Test

(CMM) Certified Municipal Manager Practice Test

CMM Technology & Digital Government 3