Cisco CCNP Security Core (SCOR) 350-701Security ConceptsEasy
An organization is implementing a new policy that requires all employees to attend annual cybersecurity awareness training sessions. The primary goal of these sessions is to educate employees about common phishing attacks, safe browsing habits, and the importance of strong passwords. This initiative directly addresses which aspect of security best practices?
- AData Loss Prevention (DLP)
- BIdentity and Access Management (IAM)
- CIncident Response Planning
- DSecurity Awareness Training
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Security Awareness Training
The scenario explicitly describes 'annual cybersecurity awareness training sessions' designed to 'educate employees' on security topics, which is the direct definition and purpose of security awareness training.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. DLP prevents sensitive data from leaving the organization, not primarily about educating users on general security.
- B. IAM manages user identities and access rights, which is a technical control, not an educational initiative.
- C. Incident response planning outlines steps to take during a security incident, not a general education program.
Security Awareness Training
A program designed to educate employees about cybersecurity risks, organizational policies, and best practices to reduce human-related security incidents.
- Focuses on common threats like phishing and social engineering.
- Aims to foster a security-conscious culture.
- Often mandatory and conducted regularly.
Memory trick: Best practices are 'BEST' because they 'Bring' 'Effective' 'Security' 'Techniques'.