Summer is in full swing. That means lots of vacation time, and thinned security staff and resources. So, before you hit the road and leave your security worries to co-workers, make sure you have all your firewalls in a row. Take this short quiz to find out if you're really ready for the worst-case scenario.
After you're finished, let us how you did at editor@searchsecurity.com.
1. This may seem like a contradiction in terms, but most security experts consider it to be a "crucial" part of any antivirus strategy. (Hint: Think weakest link.)
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2. This requires code changes to a system in order to keep it secure from the latest round of malicious code and vulnerabilities and should be done on a regular basis. Sometimes it can cause more problems than it fixes. (Hint: Think Microsoft and the bane of every admin's existence.)
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3. This describes proper use for the Internet and corporate network. And if you bother to enforce it, you may mitigate problems with malicious code, spyware and even harassment issues.
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4. This describes how and who should react to a network attack. With this firmly in place, loss and damage can be held to a minimum. (Hint: It's the kind of thing that makes you sleep well at night.)
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5. This took your security strategy for a thorough test drive and with a little luck didn't take your network down in the process. (Hint: It reveals the good, the bad and the ugly of your information security.)
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6. Just in case a meteor strikes the office while you're on the beach, don't forget to have one of these in place. (Note: The movie "Armageddon" could happen, right?)
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7. With just the right swagger and charming grin, this could lead your users astray and make them reveal sensitive information. (Note: While you're out, remind users to always ask the tough questions like, "Did we really order a flux capacitor?")
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8. This could help you lure (and hopefully distract) the over curious who have more time on their hands during the summer months. (Hint: Think of your neighbor's glowing blue electric mosquito zapper that makes the crackling noise every time a nasty bug falls into it.)
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9. Is this your security reality? Too many issues, not enough manpower or money? After this vacation, you may want to consider handing over the security reins. (Note: You're not completely off the hook, but the load is significantly lightened.)
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10. Finally, with a little bit of luck, and some blood, sweat and tears, your security crew will avert disaster, keep the troops inline, make the network run on-time and avoid this. (Hint: It comes fast, furious and often without much warning.)
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Don't forget to send us your quiz results at editor@searchsecurity.com.
