Computer security

Digital devices today, such as smartphones and computers, contain a plethora of information about its owner. During a forensic investigation, the investigator will happen upon many pieces of information that could be a personal secret, trade secret, or otherwise sensitive information. They will then have to determine the course of their actions based on the information that they come across. Digital devices contain a vast amount of information, much of which is irrelevant to a forensic…

information in the sense of security, it is a great help for readers who are in different fields other than information security. Bruce Schneier has very intimate knowledge about the topic of security. After reading the book we can find the vast information in different ways. The psychology of security is the chapter that is beautiful and meaningful and provides experimental information to the reader, Bruce relates the human mindset and human psychology with security as he tries to represent the…

Cyber Security: The Concept Protecting ICT systems alongside their content is popularly known as cyber security. Without a doubt, the concept is both broad and fuzzy. Although useful, the term lacks a precise definition since it refers to either one or three of the following components, as elucidated by Fischer (2015): 1. A collection of activities and measures aimed at protection from attacks, disruptions, or threats to computers and their networks, related hardware and software, as well as…

Cyber Terrorism is defined as an attack that targets the information held in computers, or a network that leads to a threat of violence against the property or a person (Weimann, 2004). The information that has been exposed on WikiLeaks has damaged careers and the reputation of organizations. These leaks have also exposed information that threaten the relationships of countries. The breaches can be considered acts of Cyber Terrorism, and understanding how to safe guard all organization from…

The article “Quantum Computer Comes Closer to Cracking RSA Encryption” written by Amy Nordrum, shows that Cryptography needs to be important, because of the fast developing of new technology. In her article Ms. Nordrum tells about computer scientists from the MIT which found a way to crack the RSA (Rivest, Shamir and Adleman)-Code. On the fact, that RSA Encryption is used in all our devices it is quite frightening to know that the government is maybe already using this kind of technology for…

knowledgeable when it comes to technology. Most use automated programs to hack into websites. Most of the hacks displayed by the media are performed by Black hats. “Hackers stole 500,000 patient records, including: the Child's name, Parent’s name, Social Security Number, phone numbers, and addresses” ( Hacker: Patient data of 500,000 children stolen from pediatricians). 500,000 kids identity were stolen and they would never know because, the hospital tried to keep this information under wraps.…

Background According to the United States Code under Section 1030, computer fraud is a serious offense and regarded as an illegal act. The United States Code addresses fraud and any related activities in connection with computers. Hence, computer fraud is defined as a deed of exploiting computers, internet, internet devices, and internet services to defraud people, companies or government agencies. Some of the methods and techniques used are DDoS, phishing, social engineering, and viruses to…

When it comes to network architectures vulnerability is a security weakness and mostly it is not being seen as a security threat. Protecting and defending a network successfully requires an effective system architecture security. Plus organization, network engineers and administrators must have policies, guidelines and follow through with the vulnerability assessment process. A successful defense will require effective information security architecture with that vulnerability assessment. With…

network (LAN) from Gigabit Ethernet to Ten Gigabit Ethernet. The project was inspired by my company’s decision to virtualize its data center, update its physical security system, and expand its passenger processing system. All these technologies require a robust network to.... Additionally, the network firewalls were outdated and lacking security features that protects the network against current cyber threats. Obviously, I create a fictitious company to present the project in the paper. This…

The contribution to business practice will show how cyber-security in relation to cyber-attacks result in a profound impact on businesses and that implementing cyber security measures protects businesses from attacks (German, 2016). Therefore, businesses must understand that in light of recent world events, the cyber health and welfare of their customers are important, and not just for a consumer to business perspective. With the increase and scope of cyber-attacks, it becomes imperative that…