Security (OPSEC) Exam with Verified
Detailed Answers
Match the OPSEC Cycle with the action associated with the step. -
correct answer ✅Periodic Assessment of Effectiveness= Identifies
if appropriate measures were put in place and if any adjustments
are needed to protect critical information.
Analysis of Vulnerabilities= Identifies the weaknesses the
unauthorized recipient can exploit to uncover critical information.
Identification of Critical Information and OPSEC Indicators= This
step identifies the information that must be protected and why it
needs to be protected.
Application of Appropriate Countermeasures= Identifies the actions
that need to be taken to protect critical information.
Assessment of Risks= Identifies the impact to the mission if the
unauthorized recipient exploits a vulnerability and the overall
impact of the unauthorized recipient learning our critical
information.
Identification and Analysis of Relevant Threats= Identifies who the
unauthorized recipient is, the intentions of the unauthorized
recipient, and the unauthorized recipient's capabilities.
____________ are like pieces of a puzzle an unauthorized recipient
uses to reveal a picture of our operations. -
correct answer ✅Indicators