DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD) CYBER AWARENESS CHALLENGE- DOD-US1364-26
UPDATED FOR 2026
Based on the description provided, how many insider threat indicators are present? John
frequently comes to work appearing to be hungover. While his access to classified
information is consistent with his clearance eligibility and need-to-know, his handling of
the information does not protect it from other without eligibility and a need-to-know in
accordance with security guidelines. Several coworkers have observed John bringing a call
phone into classified areas where devices are prohibited.
3+
Consider this social media post. Are there any security concerns in it? "Having a great time
at the beach with the fam! So sad to be going home in a couple of days"
No. This is a personal post that in unrelated to Government business
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 by my place at 1234
Mockingbird Lane on the 8th...and grab a slice of birthday cake for me while you're there!"
Yes. It contains several items of personally identifiable information (PII), including the
mother's maiden name, home address, and birthday.
Devon receives an e-mail on her Unclassified Computer. The e-mail has an unmarked
attachment that contains what she recognizes as classified information. What should
Devon do?
Immediately notify her security POC
, Ed has authorized access to his agency's Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility
(SCIF) and plans to work on a project there today. Which of the following can't he take into
the SCIF?
All of these
Evelyn is a system administrator at her agency. As part of her duties, she occasionally uses
a thumb drive to perform necessary system tasks, as outlined in her agency's procedures.
The thumb drive is provided by the Government for this purpose. Is this an appropriate use
of removable media?
Yes. Only use removable media when operationally necessary. Government-owned, and
approved in accordance with policy.
How can you identify the separation of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
classified material from collateral classified material?
Markings that identify the compartment with which it is affiliated
How can you protect your home computer?
Turn on spyware protection
How do Insider Threat Programs defend against insider threats?
Intervening early to help individuals with issues
How does an insider threat harm national security?
UPDATED FOR 2026
Based on the description provided, how many insider threat indicators are present? John
frequently comes to work appearing to be hungover. While his access to classified
information is consistent with his clearance eligibility and need-to-know, his handling of
the information does not protect it from other without eligibility and a need-to-know in
accordance with security guidelines. Several coworkers have observed John bringing a call
phone into classified areas where devices are prohibited.
3+
Consider this social media post. Are there any security concerns in it? "Having a great time
at the beach with the fam! So sad to be going home in a couple of days"
No. This is a personal post that in unrelated to Government business
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 by my place at 1234
Mockingbird Lane on the 8th...and grab a slice of birthday cake for me while you're there!"
Yes. It contains several items of personally identifiable information (PII), including the
mother's maiden name, home address, and birthday.
Devon receives an e-mail on her Unclassified Computer. The e-mail has an unmarked
attachment that contains what she recognizes as classified information. What should
Devon do?
Immediately notify her security POC
, Ed has authorized access to his agency's Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility
(SCIF) and plans to work on a project there today. Which of the following can't he take into
the SCIF?
All of these
Evelyn is a system administrator at her agency. As part of her duties, she occasionally uses
a thumb drive to perform necessary system tasks, as outlined in her agency's procedures.
The thumb drive is provided by the Government for this purpose. Is this an appropriate use
of removable media?
Yes. Only use removable media when operationally necessary. Government-owned, and
approved in accordance with policy.
How can you identify the separation of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
classified material from collateral classified material?
Markings that identify the compartment with which it is affiliated
How can you protect your home computer?
Turn on spyware protection
How do Insider Threat Programs defend against insider threats?
Intervening early to help individuals with issues
How does an insider threat harm national security?
