During a meeting, managers spoke of several instances in which confidential information appeared on inappropriate websites. The company also discovered its firewall did not filter out certain traffic

The correct answer is C. Social media. Social media platforms are common channels through which confidential information may inadvertently or maliciously be exposed due to their wide accessibility and the ease with which information can be shared. The scenario described suggests that the firewall did not filter certai

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During a meeting, managers spoke of several instances in which confidential information appeared on inappropriate websites. The company also discovered its firewall did not filter out certain traffic to prevent such issues. Which of the following most likely exposed the confidential information?

Options

AInstant messaging
BMobile applications
CSocial media
DVideo-sharing website

How the community answered

(35 responses)

A
9% (3)
B
3% (1)
C
83% (29)
D
6% (2)

Explanation

Social media platforms are common channels through which confidential information may inadvertently or maliciously be exposed due to their wide accessibility and the ease with which information can be shared. The scenario described suggests that the firewall did not filter certain types of outbound traffic, which could include access to social media sites where sensitive data might be posted or leaked.

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#data leakage#social media#confidentiality#security awareness

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