Which of the following groups represents the most likely source of an asset loss through the inappropriate use of computers?
A.
Employees
B.
Hackers
C.
Visitors
D.
Customers
Explanation:
Employees are the most likely source of an asset loss through the inappropriate use of computers.
Employees must understand how their actions can greatly impact the overall security position of an organization and how they can protect it against asset loss.
Answer option B is incorrect. Hackers can also cause asset loss by the inappropriate use of computers but they are not the most likely source of asset loss.
Who is a hacker? Hide
A hacker is an individual who is an expert in various computer fields such as operating systems, networking, hardware, software, etc. and enjoys the mental challenge of decoding computer programs, solving network vulnerabilities and security threats, etc. This person might be hired by any independent consultant to perform penetration testing of the organization.
Answer options C and D are incorrect. Visitors and customers are also not the most likely sources of asset loss through the inappropriate use of computers.