The fact that an attacker can strike remotely makes a Web server an appealing target. Understanding threats to a Web server and being able to identify appropriate countermeasures permits us to anticipate many attacks and prevent the ever-growing numbers of attackers. The main threats to a Web server are: * Profiling * Denial of service * Unauthorized access * Arbitrary code execution * Elevation of privileges * Viruses, worms, and Trojan horses 1) Profiling: Profiling, or host enumeration, is an exploratory process used to gather information about the Web site. An attacker uses this information to attack known weak points. Vulnerabilities: • Unnecessary protocols • Open ports •Web servers providing configuration information in banners Attacks: • Port scans • Ping sweeps • NetBIOS and server message block (SMB) enumeration Countermeasures: Include blocking all unnecessary ports, blocking Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) traffic, and disabling unnecessary protocols such as NetBIOS and SMB.
Choosing open standards is highly strategic. Their benefits and positive impact are debated and seen at the highest decision making levels. Interoperability is a major requirement for the ICT sector as societies, governments and industry increasingly move towards global collaboration and integration. 2. In general, why would a layered architecture be viewed as beneficial?
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.
Ping sweeps and port scans has been a notorious and yet a useful tool for hackers and system administrators. Ping sweeps and port scans at times can be a nuisance to system administrators. Ping sweeps and port scans work together and can be dangerous but it also can be prevented. A ping sweep, also known as an Internet Control Message Protocol sweep (ICMP) is a basic
Having a security policy that is easily measured and enforced is the key (Symantec, 1995-2010) to this success. The importance of policies and standards for maintaining information systems security can be a difficult and costly topic for many organizations to understand and to deal with. Getting all the different work groups and interests of clients and stakeholders together can have their share of costs and problems. As an IT technician it is important to keep security measures in plain sight for everyone to see and understand. Proper polices need to be followed and standards need to be established so that the company can be protected to the
A company's inventory is a vital part towards its success. A company must have enough products in the inventory, to provide their customers with product in order to be successful. This affects a company's OMM operations because without the proper amount and type of inventory they will be unable to service their customers. The same goes for having too much inventory, when a company has too much inventory on hand it ties up its capital that could be spent on other things that would increase
A role-based access control system is the best way to set and maintain the access needs for the organization. Separating duties within the organization has many benefits that can aid the security of information within the organization. Conflicts of interest and restriction of power are controlled by separating duties. When job duties are divided among individuals, a barrier is put in place to prevent fraud by one person within the organization. An information flow diagram can be used to help the organization determine each function; and assign the appropriate person to do the work.
This advantage is most especially important in the technologies sector, in which a definitive product of specific design or purpose sets the standards for which other organizations can find most difficult to match. Though designs may be similiar in style, the cause of entering into an untapped “arena” may provide unparalled precedence in the industry. Additionally, being a first mover provides the organization the ability to set pricing at whichever value suffices its tactical goals (primary goals), as well as an enhanced demand for a rather new and innovative product. However, the problem with being a first mover is actually based upon the contrary to what is mentioned above. Without prior market penetration of an organization’s competetitors, the usefulness and effectiveness of properly marketing a new product or service can be quite burdensome.
Challenges Because major changes had to be made to their compensation plan to successfully integrate FedEx Express and Ground sales, it is very important to determine the right balance in compensation. The key to creating a good compensation plan is balance between base salary and incentives. Sales compensation can be complex and while there are many ways of approaching it, maintaining a competitive edge in terms of the “right mix” of base salary and compensation is critical. It’s also important to keep in mind that compensation typically ranks very high in importance among sales people. Often, salespeople are heavily motivated by compensation and competitive environments.
Why is the idea of a 'line of fit' such a useful concept in explaining how an operations strategy can be implemented successfully? Changing customer demands puts pressure on companies to develop exceptional strategies that allows the company to remain competitive. Developing an exceptional strategy is just the first step in the process. Implementing the strategy comes with its own difficulty and if not managed properly can derail a company’s operations. Without effective implementation, no operations strategy can succeed.