Question 1

Which of the following is an example of an online privacy violation?
A)your e-mail being read by a hacker
B)your online purchasing history being sold to other merchants without your consent
C)your computer being used as part of a botnet
D)your e-mail being altered by a hacker

Accepted Answer

Online purchasing history being sold to other merchants without your consent violates your privacy as it shares your personal information with third parties without your permission.

Question 2

________ refers to the ability to ensure that messages and data are only available to those authorized to view them.
A)Confidentiality
B)Integrity
C)Privacy
D)Availability

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality refers to the protection of sensitive information from unauthorized access. This ensures that messages and data are only available to those authorized to view them, and prevents unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information.

Question 3

The overall rate of online credit card fraud is ________ of all online card transactions.
A)less than 1%
B)around 5%
C)around 10%
D)around 15%

Accepted Answer

According to recent studies, the overall rate of online credit card fraud is less than 1% of all online card transactions. This is a very small percentage, indicating that online transactions are generally secure.

Question 4

In 2014, Sony experienced which of the following?
A)a high-profile data breach
B)a DDoS attack that shut down its Web site
C)a hacktivist attack to protest its employment policies
D)a browser parasite

Accepted Answer

In 2014, Sony experienced a high-profile data breach, which resulted in the theft and leak of sensitive personal and corporate information, including employee records and unreleased films. The breach was widely covered in the media and had significant repercussions for the company. While Sony did also experience a DDoS attack around the same time, this was not the primary incident that occurred in 2014.

Question 5

All of the following are prominent hacktivist groups except:
A)Anonymous.
B)LulzSec.
C)Impact Team.
D)Avid Life.

Accepted Answer

Avid Life is not a hacktivist group, but rather the parent company of the website Ashley Madison, which was targeted by a hacker group named Impact Team. Anonymous and LulzSec are known hacktivist groups.

Question 6

________ refers to the ability to ensure that an e-commerce site continues to function as intended.
A)Nonrepudiation
B)Authenticity
C)Availability
D)Integrity

Accepted Answer

Availability refers to the ability of an e-commerce site to remain operational and accessible to customers, ensuring that they can make purchases and perform transactions without disruption. This includes measures such as server redundancy, load balancing, and backup power systems to prevent downtime in the event of a hardware failure or other disruption. Nonrepudiation refers to the ability to prove that a particular action or transaction occurred, while authenticity refers to confirming the identity of the parties involved. Integrity refers to the security of data and ensuring that it has not been altered or corrupted in any way.

Question 7

Accessing data without authorization on Dropbox is an example of which of the following?
A)social network security issue
B)cloud security issue
C)mobile platform security issue
D)sniffing

Accepted Answer

This is an example of a cloud security issue, which refers to security concerns related to accessing, storing, and sharing data on cloud-based platforms like Dropbox. Unauthorized access to data on these platforms can lead to data breaches and privacy violations.

Question 8

Which of the following is the leading cause of data breaches?
A)theft of a computer
B)accidental disclosures
C)hackers
D)DDoS attacks

Accepted Answer

Hackers are the leading cause of data breaches, accounting for 60% of all incidents according to the Verizon 2021 Data Breach Investigations Report. The theft of a computer or other physical device is a common way in which hackers gain access to sensitive information, but it is not the leading cause in and of itself. Accidental disclosures and DDoS attacks can also contribute to data breaches, but are not the primary cause.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of an integrity violation of e-commerce security?
A)A Web site is not actually operated by the entity the customer believes it to be.
B)A merchant uses customer information in a manner not intended by the customer.
C)A customer denies that he or she is the person who placed the order.
D)An unauthorized person intercepts an online communication and changes its contents.

Accepted Answer

An unauthorized person intercepting online communication and changing its contents is an example of an integrity violation of e-commerce security. This kind of attack can cause data manipulation or falsification, leading to potential financial loss or damage to the reputation of the victimized party.

Question 10

Confidentiality is sometimes confused with:
A)privacy.
B)authenticity.
C)integrity.
D)nonrepudiation.

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality refers to the protection of sensitive information from being accessed by unauthorized parties. Privacy refers to an individual's right to control his/her personal information and how it can be used or shared. While these concepts are related, they are not the same thing.

Question 11

Bitcoins are an example of:
A)digital cash.
B)virtual currency.
C)a stored value payment system.
D)an EBPP system.

Accepted Answer

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A)digital cash.
B)virtual currency.
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Question 12

Slammer is an example of which of the following?
A)virus
B)worm
C)Trojan horse
D)botnet

Accepted Answer

Slammer is a type of worm that spread rapidly through the internet in 2003. Unlike viruses, worms do not need an executable file to attach themselves to, but instead, they self-replicate and spread autonomously. Slammer infected over 75,000 machines in just 10 minutes, causing significant network congestion and downtime.

Question 13

Typically, the more security measures added to an e-commerce site, the faster and easier it becomes to use.

Accepted Answer

While security measures are important to protect users' personal and financial information, they can also add extra steps and authentication processes that may slow down the user experience and make it more complicated. The balance between security and usability must be carefully considered when designing an e-commerce site.

Question 14

Which of the following has the Internet Advertising Bureau urged advertisers to abandon?
A)HTML
B)HTML5
C)Adobe Flash
D)Adobe Acrobat

Accepted Answer

The Internet Advertising Bureau has urged advertisers to abandon Adobe Flash due to security issues and the increased usage of mobile devices, which do not support Flash.

Question 15

Why is it difficult to accurately estimate the actual amount of cybercrime?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

________ refers to the ability to identify the person or entity with whom you are dealing on the Internet.
A)Nonrepudiation
B)Authenticity
C)Availability
D)Integrity

Accepted Answer

Authenticity refers to the ability to confirm the identity of the person or entity with whom you are dealing on the internet. Nonrepudiation refers to the inability to deny a previous commitment or action. Availability refers to the ability to access resources on the internet. Integrity refers to the accuracy and completeness of data or resources.

Question 17

What is the most frequent cause of stolen credit cards and card information today?
A)lost cards
B)the hacking and looting of corporate servers storing credit card information
C)sniffing programs
D)phishing attacks

Accepted Answer

The hacking and looting of corporate servers storing credit card information is currently the most frequent cause of stolen credit cards and card information. This has happened in major data breaches such as Target, Equifax, and Marriott. While lost or stolen physical cards and phishing attacks are still common, data breaches have become a serious threat to credit card security. Sniffing programs are less common, as they require physical access to the card or a nearby device to intercept the card's information.

Question 18

All of the following experienced high-profile data breaches in 2014 except:
A)eBay.
B)Home Depot.
C)Amazon.
D)Sony.

Accepted Answer

Amazon did not experience a high-profile data breach in 2014. The other three companies (eBay, Home Depot, and Sony) did.

Question 19

Software that is used to obtain private user information such as a user's keystrokes or copies of e-mail is referred to as:
A)spyware.
B)a backdoor.
C)browser parasite.
D)adware.

Accepted Answer

Spyware is software that is designed to collect and transmit private information from a user's computer without their knowledge or consent. This can include keystrokes, passwords, browsing history, and other sensitive information. Spyware is often used for malicious purposes, such as identity theft and fraud. Backdoors, browser parasites, and adware are all types of software that may be used for malicious purposes, but they do not specifically target private user information in the same way that spyware does.

Question 20

________ refers to the ability to ensure that e-commerce participants do not deny their online actions.
A)Nonrepudiation
B)Authenticity
C)Availability
D)Integrity

Accepted Answer

Nonrepudiation ensures that an e-commerce participant cannot later deny having taken a particular action, such as placing an order or making a payment. Authenticity refers to the ability to verify the identity of a user or entity. Availability refers to the ability of a system or service to be accessible and functional when needed. Integrity refers to the accuracy and completeness of data and transactions.

Quiz 5: E-Commerce Security and Payment Systems

Which of the following is an example of an online privacy violation?

________ refers to the ability to ensure that messages and data are only available to those authorized to view them.

The overall rate of online credit card fraud is ________ of all online card transactions.

In 2014, Sony experienced which of the following?

All of the following are prominent hacktivist groups except:

________ refers to the ability to ensure that an e-commerce site continues to function as intended.

Accessing data without authorization on Dropbox is an example of which of the following?

Which of the following is the leading cause of data breaches?

Which of the following is an example of an integrity violation of e-commerce security?

Confidentiality is sometimes confused with:

Bitcoins are an example of:

Slammer is an example of which of the following?

Typically, the more security measures added to an e-commerce site, the faster and easier it becomes to use.

Which of the following has the Internet Advertising Bureau urged advertisers to abandon?

Why is it difficult to accurately estimate the actual amount of cybercrime?

________ refers to the ability to identify the person or entity with whom you are dealing on the Internet.

What is the most frequent cause of stolen credit cards and card information today?

All of the following experienced high-profile data breaches in 2014 except:

Software that is used to obtain private user information such as a user's keystrokes or copies of e-mail is referred to as:

________ refers to the ability to ensure that e-commerce participants do not deny their online actions.