DOD Cyber Awareness Challenge 2026
(Latest Update ) questions and
Verified Answers 100% Correct
What should you do with your badge within a Sensitive Compartmented
Information Facility (SCIF)? - correct answer Keep it in your wallet
—> Securely carry badge to prevent loss/misuse.
You have been Issued a new Government-owned mobile device. What is a step you
should take to secure It? - correct answer Set up a passcode to unlock it
—> Establishes initial security baseline.
Consider this social media post. Are there any security concerns in it?
"I'm hosting a family reunion for my mom's side of the family, the Smiths. Come b my
place at 1234 Mockingbird Lane on the 8th...and grab a slice of birthday cake for me
while you're there!" - correct answer Yes, it contains sensitive personal information
(PII) and is not appropriate to share publicly
—> Protects identifiable data.
, Which of the following e-mail practices can help to prevent inadvertently downloading
viruses? - correct answer Use the Preview Pane instead of opening e-mails
—> Reduces risk from malicious attachments/scripts
Which of the following is a best practice for physical security? - correct answer Hold
the door for coworkers you know when entering your facility
—> Controlled access with known individuals.
How do Insider Threat Programs defend against insider threats? - correct answer
Intervening early to help individuals with issues
—> Proactive mitigation prevents escalation.
What is a best practice for user accounts on your home computer? - correct answer
Each user should have their own account
—> Accountability and proper access control.
(Latest Update ) questions and
Verified Answers 100% Correct
What should you do with your badge within a Sensitive Compartmented
Information Facility (SCIF)? - correct answer Keep it in your wallet
—> Securely carry badge to prevent loss/misuse.
You have been Issued a new Government-owned mobile device. What is a step you
should take to secure It? - correct answer Set up a passcode to unlock it
—> Establishes initial security baseline.
Consider this social media post. Are there any security concerns in it?
"I'm hosting a family reunion for my mom's side of the family, the Smiths. Come b my
place at 1234 Mockingbird Lane on the 8th...and grab a slice of birthday cake for me
while you're there!" - correct answer Yes, it contains sensitive personal information
(PII) and is not appropriate to share publicly
—> Protects identifiable data.
, Which of the following e-mail practices can help to prevent inadvertently downloading
viruses? - correct answer Use the Preview Pane instead of opening e-mails
—> Reduces risk from malicious attachments/scripts
Which of the following is a best practice for physical security? - correct answer Hold
the door for coworkers you know when entering your facility
—> Controlled access with known individuals.
How do Insider Threat Programs defend against insider threats? - correct answer
Intervening early to help individuals with issues
—> Proactive mitigation prevents escalation.
What is a best practice for user accounts on your home computer? - correct answer
Each user should have their own account
—> Accountability and proper access control.
