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In computer security, a threat is a potential negative action or event enabled by a vulnerability that results in an unwanted impact to a computer system or application.. A threat can be either a negative "intentional" event (i.e. hacking: an individual cracker or a criminal organization) or an "accidental" negative event (e.g. the possibility of a computer malfunctioning, or the possibility ...
An example of a physical security measure: a metal lock on the back of a personal computer to prevent hardware tampering. Computer security (also cybersecurity, digital security, or information technology (IT) security) is the protection of computer software, systems and networks from threats that can lead to unauthorized information disclosure, theft or damage to hardware, software, or data ...
A cyberattack can be defined as any attempt by an individual or organization "using one or more computers and computer systems to steal, expose, change, disable or eliminate information, or to breach computer information systems, computer networks, and computer infrastructures". [2]
Internet security awareness or Cyber security awareness refers to how much end-users know about the cyber security threats their networks face, the risks they introduce and mitigating security best practices to guide their behavior. [1] [2] End users are considered the weakest link and the primary vulnerability within a network.
Internet security is a branch of computer security.It encompasses the Internet, browser security, web site security, [1] and network security as it applies to other applications or operating systems as a whole.
• Don’t download files from unknown sources, either from your email or the web. • Don’t download attachments (pictures, games, electronic greetings) unless it’s from someone you know. If you think you have a virus, we recommend that you immediately use antivirus software to run a scan.
STRIDE is a model of threats, used to help reason and find threats to a system. It is used in conjunction with a model of the target system that can be constructed in parallel. This includes a full breakdown of processes, data stores, data flows, and trust boundaries.
The legal definition of computer fraud varies by jurisdiction, but typically involves accessing a computer without permission or authorization. Forms of computer fraud include hacking into computers to alter information, distributing malicious code such as computer worms or viruses , installing malware or spyware to steal data, phishing , and ...