Standard 1 : Describe the physical security of devices.



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General Information

Number: SC.7.CS.1
Title: Describe the physical security of devices.
Type: Standard
Subject: Computer Science (Starting 2025-2026)
Grade: 7
Strand: Cyber Security

Related Benchmarks

This cluster includes the following benchmarks
Code Description
SC.7.CS.1.1: Describe data in its three states and potential threats to each state.
Clarifications:
Clarification 1: The three states of data are data in use, data at rest and data in motion.
SC.7.CS.1.2: Explain the concept of access control and how to limit access to authorized users.
Clarifications:
Clarification 1: Students should examine more advanced authentication and authorization methods, such as two-factor, multifactor and biometric.
SC.7.CS.1.3: Examine the basics of cybersecurity needs for business, government and organizations.
SC.7.CS.1.4: List and define the elements of the confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) triad.
SC.7.CS.1.5: Explain components of access control.
Clarifications:
Clarification 1: Components of access control include identification, authentication, authorization, accountability and non-repudiation.
SC.7.CS.1.6: Identify the characteristics of strong versus weak passwords in data and identity security.
SC.7.CS.1.7: Explain the proper use and operation of security technologies.
SC.7.CS.1.8: Identify actions that protect electronic devices.
Clarifications:
Clarification 1: Actions include protecting devices from viruses, intrusion, vandalism and other malicious activities.