Networked Systems Security Task 1 – THREATS AND IMPACT OF NETWORK THREATS There are many types of threats that can damage your computer either temporarily or permanently. Some threats posed may not threaten your computer right away however have the potential to do so. Some threats that present themselves can include physical threats such as the theft of equipment whether that is the monitor, computer etc. Other threats can be harder to find such as viruses, worms or any kind of malware. Understanding these threats allows the organisation to prevent, protect and correct any damage done to his/her computer to an extent.
Kostadinov goes on to note that most cyberterrorism actions are generally focused on website sabotage and email blasting. In order to prove that the network breach was a terrorist attack the company would need to provide electronic evidence of these types of information warfare. Information warfare is a term often used interchangeably with cyberterrorism but provides a deeper understanding in the shift of how data has become fundamental to society. As governments, companies and people shift to the use of digital information so have the methods used to attack (Gilmer, 2001). In order to combat this aspect of terrorism, the military have adopted computer forensics as part of their defenses (Vacca & Rudolph, 2011).
Unit 32 Networked Systems Security Name: P1 | describe how networks can be attacked | Attacks: types e.g. denial of service, back door, spoofing, mathematical, brute force, software exploitation, viruses, rootkits, worms, Trojans, spyware, adwareSources of attacks: internal e.g. disaffected staff; external e.g. via internet connections or through unsecured wireless access point, viruses introduced by email | U4U8 P3 | P2 | describe how networked systems can be protected | Email systems: security features e.g. secure MIME, spam, hoaxing, relay agentsWireless systems: security features e.g.
Data Breaches in Healthcare Tabitha Bryan March 10, 2014 Kaplan University Ensuring that protected health information is effectively and sufficiently is crucial for an organization. Information security is important because not only is it the law, but the lack of an effective information security program can prove to be costly to an organization as well as the endangerment of patients seeking treatment. Organizations must be aware of the growing opportunities for breaches in security as technology is advancing is making the collection, maintenance, and dissemination of protected health information easier (Sayles, 2013). This paper will provide two examples of recent security breaches within healthcare organizations, identify the threats
The risks that exist would come from a suspecting end-user, potentially some form of malware, that would be installed through an open port, thus causing the integrity of a machine on that network to be severely compromised (Lawrence, 2000). Ping sweeps and port scans are two direct unsuspecting threats that, like other cyber threats, are not to be ignored. The ease of gaining access by using these threat sources is something that a business should be aware of and be prepared to address when faced with being at the end of a cyber-attack. Implementing appropriate policy to counteract such a malicious and serendipitous attack on network vulnerabilities should be considered as an additional failsafe. Protection is the key and showing extra caution can at least reduce the
Administrative Ethics Paper Andrea Wagner HCS/335 September 2, 2013 Melissa Green Administrative Ethics Paper In the modern age of society, social networking has a strong influence on everyday life for many individuals. When social networking interferes with the health care industry, multiple problems may arise. Violating personal health information can occur with one tiny slip of a key. Medical advice may be given with consequences. Social networks can be helpful, but may also be damaging.
Unit 3 Assignment 1: Analyzing the Critical Security Control Points The following is a listing of security control points that any company should look at as necessary areas for precaution and care. Information covered by each area will be what each area consists of, how it strengthens the company security and what could happen if these areas are not properly maintained. 1. Inventory of Authorized and Unauthorized Devices and Software – a listing of processes and tools used to track/control/prevent/correct network access by devices and software. Attackers are always looking for devices and software that are newly added to a system and not updated correctly with the security measures in place already.
This threat is suspected due to the existing vulnerabilities that allow the unauthorized access of sensitive information across the existing network design. To thwart this effort and further secure Lafleur’s sensitive information the implementation of Access Control’s should occur. Access controls are used to authorize or limit object access to users, groups, and systems on the network or connected systems. Access control list consist of many areas that maintain a relationship with each other to provide an overall secure environment. The relationships that must be considered are: • Objects – This can be files, printers, computers, and other resources.
Lastly, Kudler Fine Foods will also have additional software added to prevent malware. Malware is also a software program design to be disruptive and harmful to the computer. Malware can come in various forms such as a virus, spyware, and even worms. Once the virus have invaded your system, you have to purchase an antivirus to clean out your system, and that can become costly. If your computer has damaged because of the virus, you may have to purchase a new computer.
Territories have combined other provisions into this order to protect the victims from cyber stalking, and staking. The Center for victims of crime (2011)website, defines domestic violence as “Constitutes the willful intimidation, assault, battery, sexual assault or other abusive behavior