Cisco Essential Cybersecurity - Module 2

Unsolicited or ‘junk’ email

2-way function the intent of being decrypted later

Locations & methods that are considered a security risk

Zombies: Cluster of computers infected by malware

Malware Self-replicating programs requires a host

The assurance that system and data are accessible by authorized user when and where it’s needed

What is a Spyware?

Storage connected to a computer (Flash Drive)

Aims to ensuring that information is protected from unauthorized or unintentional alteration

Remote Storage access from WIFI Device

Protection of info from unauthorized views

Protection of information & data from risk threats

Storage device connected to a network Centralized location

Malware: Self-replicating programs can spread autonomously

How to deal with hackers...

Network of physical objects extends beyond the traditional network

A form of Tresspass Unauthorized use of computer

Widely-accepted security measure guarantees in secure system

General label for malicious software that spreads between computers

Why is cybersecurity important?

Invades users privacy gathers personal info

Attempt to steal, damage, or destroy data

Flooding of internet servers with many requests

What is hacking?

Malware: apears safe but is harmful to data & device