Personal Security Flashcards

What is the primary goal of personal security measures for a security professional?

Answer: To identify and reduce personal vulnerabilities while enabling professional effectiveness

Personal security aims to reduce vulnerabilities and risks to the individual while still allowing them to perform their professional duties effectively.

What is 'social engineering' in the context of personal security?

Answer: Manipulating individuals into revealing confidential information or performing actions

Social engineering involves psychologically manipulating individuals to divulge confidential information or perform actions that may compromise security.

Which of the following is a good practice for protecting personal information online?

Answer: Regularly reviewing and adjusting privacy settings on social media

Regularly reviewing and adjusting privacy settings limits the amount of personal information accessible to potential adversaries or identity thieves.

What is 'pretext calling' in the context of personal security threats?

Answer: Using a false scenario to manipulate a target into revealing information

Pretext calling involves creating a fabricated scenario to manipulate a target into revealing confidential information or performing an action.

What should a security professional do if they believe they are being surveilled?

Answer: Follow established protocols, avoid revealing awareness, and report to security personnel

Established protocols typically include not revealing awareness of surveillance while covertly noting details and reporting to security personnel to assess the threat.

What is 'identity theft' and why is it a personal security concern?

Answer: The fraudulent acquisition and use of another person's private identifying information

Identity theft involves using another person's personal information without their consent, typically for financial gain, and can severely impact the victim's reputation and security clearance.