FULL TEST BANK FOR PRINCIPLES OF
INFORMATION SECURITY, 7TH EDITION
Michael E. Whitman (MODULE 1-12)
Fortify Your Cybersecurity Knowledge: Test Bank for Principles of
Information Security, 7th Edition
Defend against digital threats with the Test Bank for Principles of Information
Security, 7th Edition by Michael E. Whitman and Herbert J. Mattord. This
powerhouse resource delivers over 1,000 expertly curated multiple-choice,
true/false, and scenario-based questions across Modules 1-12, with
comprehensive answer keys, rationales, and references to bolster exam
readiness. Tackle core topics like security fundamentals, risk management,
cryptography, access controls, network defense, incident response, and
emerging threats such as ransomware and AI vulnerabilities—updated for 2025
standards including NIST frameworks and GDPR compliance.
Ideal for CISSP prep, undergrad cybersecurity courses, or IT professionals, it
hones analytical skills through real-world case studies, ethical hacking
simulations, and policy analysis. Eliminate study blind spots, simulate high-
stakes assessments, and build unshakeable expertise in protecting information
assets.
Instantly downloadable on Stuvia, this test bank is your ultimate shield for acing
certifications and advancing in infosec. Lock in success—download today and
safeguard your future!
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,FULL TEST BANK FOR PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY, 7TH
EDITION MODULE 1-12
Module 1 Introduction to Information Security
True / False
1. During the early years of computing, the primary threats to security were physical theft of equipment, espionage against
the products of the systems, and sabotage.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: H1: Introduction to Information Security
p. 2
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.2 - Discuss the history of computer security and explain how it
evolved into Information security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 3/2/2017 3:48 PM
2. Network security focuses on the protection of physical items, objects, or areas from unauthorized access and
misuse.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: H1: What is Security?
p. 8
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 12/4/2016 1:54 PM
3. When a computer is the subject of an attack, it is the entity being attacked.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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,POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 10
H1: What is Security?
H2: Key Information Security Concepts
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
4. The value of information comes from the characteristics it possesses.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 11
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
5. E-mail spoofing involves sending an e-mail message with a harmful attachment.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 13
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 12/4/2016 2:02 PM
6. The possession of information is the quality or state of having value for some purpose or end.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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, POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 13
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
7. A breach of possession may not always result in a breach of confidentiality.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 14
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 3/8/2017 11:50 AM
8. Hardware is often the most valuable asset possessed by an organization, and it is the main target of intentional attacks.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 16
H1: Components of An Information System
H2: Data
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 3/8/2017 11:50 AM
9. Information security can be an absolute.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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INFORMATION SECURITY, 7TH EDITION
Michael E. Whitman (MODULE 1-12)
Fortify Your Cybersecurity Knowledge: Test Bank for Principles of
Information Security, 7th Edition
Defend against digital threats with the Test Bank for Principles of Information
Security, 7th Edition by Michael E. Whitman and Herbert J. Mattord. This
powerhouse resource delivers over 1,000 expertly curated multiple-choice,
true/false, and scenario-based questions across Modules 1-12, with
comprehensive answer keys, rationales, and references to bolster exam
readiness. Tackle core topics like security fundamentals, risk management,
cryptography, access controls, network defense, incident response, and
emerging threats such as ransomware and AI vulnerabilities—updated for 2025
standards including NIST frameworks and GDPR compliance.
Ideal for CISSP prep, undergrad cybersecurity courses, or IT professionals, it
hones analytical skills through real-world case studies, ethical hacking
simulations, and policy analysis. Eliminate study blind spots, simulate high-
stakes assessments, and build unshakeable expertise in protecting information
assets.
Instantly downloadable on Stuvia, this test bank is your ultimate shield for acing
certifications and advancing in infosec. Lock in success—download today and
safeguard your future!
Copyright Cengage Learning. Powered by Cognero. Page 1
,FULL TEST BANK FOR PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SECURITY, 7TH
EDITION MODULE 1-12
Module 1 Introduction to Information Security
True / False
1. During the early years of computing, the primary threats to security were physical theft of equipment, espionage against
the products of the systems, and sabotage.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: H1: Introduction to Information Security
p. 2
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.2 - Discuss the history of computer security and explain how it
evolved into Information security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 3/2/2017 3:48 PM
2. Network security focuses on the protection of physical items, objects, or areas from unauthorized access and
misuse.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: H1: What is Security?
p. 8
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 12/4/2016 1:54 PM
3. When a computer is the subject of an attack, it is the entity being attacked.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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,POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 10
H1: What is Security?
H2: Key Information Security Concepts
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
4. The value of information comes from the characteristics it possesses.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 11
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
5. E-mail spoofing involves sending an e-mail message with a harmful attachment.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 13
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 12/4/2016 2:02 PM
6. The possession of information is the quality or state of having value for some purpose or end.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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, POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 13
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
7. A breach of possession may not always result in a breach of confidentiality.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: True
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 14
H1: What is Security?
H2: Critical Characteristics of Information
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms and critical concepts of information
security
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 3/8/2017 11:50 AM
8. Hardware is often the most valuable asset possessed by an organization, and it is the main target of intentional attacks.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
POINTS: 1
REFERENCES: p. 16
H1: Components of An Information System
H2: Data
QUESTION TYPE: True / False
HAS VARIABLES: False
LEARNING OBJECTIVES: POIS.WHMA.22.01.3 - Define key terms
DATE CREATED: 9/14/2016 10:29 AM
DATE MODIFIED: 3/8/2017 11:50 AM
9. Information security can be an absolute.
a. True
b. False
ANSWER: False
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