Sign Up Now
Get instant access to over 1 million+ study documents
OR
Already registered? click here to login
By creating your account, you agree to our terms of service, privacy policy and student honor code.
Critical Information Literacy: Tools for Coursework
Today, cyberattacks are disrupting and even destroying the computer operations of countless business of all sizes and types, and hackers appear capable of overcoming the latest protections that are available. Fortunately, there are some steps that business practitioners can take to protect their computer files from cyberattacks. To learn more about these, the purpose of this paper is to provide a review of selected resources to describe the importance of cybersecurity in the workplace and the respective benefits of regularly updating applications, of password control and virtual private networks.
Cybersecurity in the Workplace
Many people may not realize just how insidious some types of attacks on their computer security may be, and it is easy to fall into a hackers trap through clever social engineering tactics (How to avoid social engineering attacks, 2016). In particular, social engineering tactics use ordinary emails to phish for sensitive or proprietary information, including passwords, account numbers or other security-related data using email attachments, ads or fake Web sites that are routinely used which are designed to resemble the legitimate version. Cybersecurity specialists recommend never sharing any personal information through emails unless practitioners are 200% certain of the senders identity and to avoid using the return email address since these can be easily forged (How to avoid social engineering attacks, 2016).
In addition, two-factor authentications can add an extra layer of security to site logins by incorporating an additional authentication step that involves some other...…looming in the cloud, some of the most common are straightforward and easy to miss unless these considerations are kept in the forefront. Indeed, the research showed that social engineering practices in particular represent an ongoing threat to computer security and users may be duped into sharing sensitive data without ever knowing it. In the final analysis, it is reasonable to conclude that maintaining computer security is everyones responsibility.
References
-Oxen Technology. (2018, June 11). Basic cybersecurity tips for the workplace.
-Rosenblatt, S., & Cipriani, J. (2015, June 15). Two-factor authentication: What you need to know (FAQ). Cnet.
-Symantec Corporation. (2019). What is social engineering? Tips to help avoid becoming a victim.
Using the resources provided in this above, compose a brief assignment (500 to 800 words, approximately 2 to 3 pages) about cybersecurity in the workplace.
*What are the benefits of regularly updating applications (apps), of password control, and of VPNs?Credit all sources you used to complete your assignment. You will not be graded in this assignment on the details of citation style, but it is important that you indicate to the best of your ability when you have used information from an outside source.
Computer Security In the past few years, viruses like "I Love You" and "SoBig" have generated much publicity and apprehension and highlighted problems of computer security. In the last month alone, experts estimate that 52 new viruses have spread through computer networks. In addition, the growing incidence of identity theft also illustrates the growing sophistication of hackers and their tools. This paper examines the main problems related to keeping the information on
Security Assessment and Recommendations My Name My Teacher SE571 Principles of Information Security and Privacy TOC o "1-3" h z u AS Company Overview Two Security Vulnerabilities Software Vulnerability Recommended Solutions Telecommunications Closet Security Recommendation Impact on Business Processes Budget Aircraft Solutions (AS) is a globally recognized leader in the design and fabrication of component products and services for companies in the electronics, commercial, defense, and aerospace industry. Their manufacturing plants are located in San Diego, California and a second, in Santa
Computer Security: Corporate Security Documentation Suitable for a Large Corporation Item (I) in-Depth Defense Measures (II) Firewall Design (III) Intrusion Detection System (IV) Operating System Security (V) Database Security (VI) Corporate Contingency of Operation (VII) Corporate Disaster Recovery Plan (VIII) Team Members and Roles of Each (IX) Timeline with Goal Description (X) Data Schema (XI) Graphical Interface Design (XII) Testing Plan (XIII) Support Plan (XIV) Schematics Computer Security: Corporate Security Documentation Suitable for a Large Corporation (I) In-Depth Defense Measures Information Technology (IT) Acceptable Use Policy The intentions of
Computer Vulnerabilities Computer Security Vulnerabilities The extent of the problem This is not a small issue. The book "Analyzing Computer Security" lays out the following scenario: "First, 20 million U.S. smart phones stop working. Next follow outages in wireline telephone service, problems with air traffic control, disruptions to the New York Stock Exchange, and eventually severe loss of power on America's East Coast" (Pfleeger & Pfleeger, 2011, 3). The authors are talking about
The public-key cryptography approach also creates a more efficient means of cryptographic security by ensuring RSA-compliant encryption and decryption throughout the secured network (Sarkar, Maitra, 2010). As a result the use of public-key cryptography hardens and makes more secure each connection and node on a network (Chevalier, Rusinowitch, 2010). C3. What will help you trust a public-key that belongs to an unfamiliar person or Web site, and why does it
who have access to the network do not maintain proper security procedures and remain well-informed regarding potential risks and updated procedures and policies (Cobb, 2011; Whitman & Mattord, 2011; ICR, 2008). Any security policy must, after being properly designed and established, be communicated clearly and comprehensively to all relevant personnel, which in today's organizations typically means anyone with access to a company computer and/or the company network, or who