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You are walking past an unlocked supply closet at work and notice a desktop computer connected to the company network. A stranger walks in pretending to fix the network. What is the primary risk in this scenario?

A) Low – the desktop is not sensitive

B) Moderate – the stranger could use the desktop to access the network

C) High – the stranger could steal confidential data

D) None – nothing could happen

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A server storing customer data is located in a room with no lock and a hallway that is unmonitored. During a busy day, an outsider walks in unnoticed. What type of consequence is most likely?

A) Device overheating

B) Data loss, theft, or disruption of services

C) Minimal impact since the server is backed up

D) Only physical damage to the server

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3. A storm causes a small flood in a basement lab where backup drives are stored on the floor. Which risk level best describes this vulnerability?

A) Low

B) Moderate

C) High

D) None

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Employees leave non-sensitive desktop computers unattended in a secured office while they go to lunch. An intruder could theoretically plug in malware. What is the risk level here?

A) Low – unlikely to cause major harm

B) Moderate – could serve as a foothold to access other resources

C) High – sensitive information at immediate risk

D) None – devices are fine

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A thief gains access to a reception desk and copies information from a visitor log that includes personal contact details. How would you classify the risk?

A) Low – information is not sensitive

B) Moderate – data could be used to gain access to systems

C) High – personal data could be exploited

D) None – receptionist can monitor the desk

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During maintenance, a contractor accidentally cuts power to the office, causing several computers to shut down. Based on the scenario, how would you classify the risk of this physical vulnerability?

A) Low – minimal impact or unlikely to be exploited

B) Moderate – could disrupt non-critical systems or provide a foothold for other issues

C) High – critical systems or sensitive data are disrupted or at risk

D) None – no meaningful impact

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Paper records containing student grades are left on an unsecured desk overnight. What type of physical vulnerability is this?

A) Unattended device

B) Unlocked door

C) Unsecured sensitive documents

D) Weak access badge

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A server room stores sensitive financial data. The room is unlocked during business hours, and many employees know the location. If an adversary enters, what risk level does this represent?

A) None – access does not pose a threat

B) Low – minimal impact or unlikely to be exploited

C) Moderate – non-critical systems exposed

D) High – sensitive information is exposed and access is poorly controlled

AP Cybersecurity: 2.1C - Formative Assessment Questions

AP Cybersecurity: 2.1C - Formative Assessment Questions

You are walking past an unlocked supply closet at work and notice a desktop computer connected to the company network. A stranger walks in pretending to fix the network. What is the primary risk in this scenario?

A server storing customer data is located in a room with no lock and a hallway that is unmonitored. During a busy day, an outsider walks in unnoticed. What type of consequence is most likely?

3. A storm causes a small flood in a basement lab where backup drives are stored on the floor. Which risk level best describes this vulnerability?

Employees leave non-sensitive desktop computers unattended in a secured office while they go to lunch. An intruder could theoretically plug in malware. What is the risk level here?

A thief gains access to a reception desk and copies information from a visitor log that includes personal contact details. How would you classify the risk?

During maintenance, a contractor accidentally cuts power to the office, causing several computers to shut down. Based on the scenario, how would you classify the risk of this physical vulnerability?

Paper records containing student grades are left on an unsecured desk overnight. What type of physical vulnerability is this?

A server room stores sensitive financial data. The room is unlocked during business hours, and many employees know the location. If an adversary enters, what risk level does this represent?

You are walking past an unlocked supply closet at work and notice a desktop computer connected to the company network. A stranger walks in pretending to fix the network. What is the primary risk in this scenario?

A server storing customer data is located in a room with no lock and a hallway that is unmonitored. During a busy day, an outsider walks in unnoticed. What type of consequence is most likely?

3. A storm causes a small flood in a basement lab where backup drives are stored on the floor. Which risk level best describes this vulnerability?

Employees leave non-sensitive desktop computers unattended in a secured office while they go to lunch. An intruder could theoretically plug in malware. What is the risk level here?

A thief gains access to a reception desk and copies information from a visitor log that includes personal contact details. How would you classify the risk?

During maintenance, a contractor accidentally cuts power to the office, causing several computers to shut down. Based on the scenario, how would you classify the risk of this physical vulnerability?

Paper records containing student grades are left on an unsecured desk overnight. What type of physical vulnerability is this?

A server room stores sensitive financial data. The room is unlocked during business hours, and many employees know the location. If an adversary enters, what risk level does this represent?