The management of an organization has decided to establish a
security awareness program. Which of the following would
MOST likely be a part of the program?
A. Utilization of an intrusion detection system to report
incidents.
B. Mandating the use of passwords to access all software.
C. Installing an efficient user log system to track the
actions of each user
D. Provide training on a regular basis to all current and
new employees.
Answer / guest
Answer: D
Utilizing an intrusion detection system to report on
incidents that occur is an implementation of a security
program and is not effective in establishing a security
awareness program. Choices B and C do not address awareness.
Training is the only choice that is directed at security
awareness.
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