1. (Introductory) What is the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission? What is its purpose? Why does it have information of interest to traders seeking to gain illegal profits? Hint: you may find this information on the web site at www.sec.gov 2. (Introductory) What methods did hackers use to get access to the databases of the U.S Securities and Exchange Commission containing financial information? 3. (Advanced) How do the events described in this article demonstrate the critical need to maintain the security of financial information? 4. (Advanced) What types of entities other than the SEC does Chair Jay Clayton mention as vulnerable to cybersecurity threats? Why are these types of entities particularly vulnerable