Cyber security issues + defence mechanisms Flashcards
What are the cyber security issues which pose the most risk to businesses?
-data breaches
-ransomware attacks
-phishing
-insider threats
-supply chain attacks
what are the defence mechanisms that can be used to protect firms?
-employee training and awareness
-regular software updates + patch management
-network security
-data encryption
what are data breaches?
unauthorized access to sensitive data, such as customer information or intellectual property, can result in financial loss, reputational damage, and legal consequences
what are ransomware attacks?
Ransomware encrypts a company’s files or systems and demands payment for their release. These attacks can disrupt operations and cause significant financial losses
what is phishing?
Cybercriminals use deceptive emails, messages or phone calls to trick employees into revealing sensitive information or downloading malware
what are insider threats?
malicious or negligent actions by employees, contractors, or partners can compromise data security and disrupt business operations
what are supply chain attacks?
cybercriminals target vulnerabilities in third-party vendors or suppliers to gain access to a company’s network or data
what is meant by employee training and awareness?
educating employees about cyber security best practices, such as recognizing phishing attempts and following secure password protocols, can help prevent successful attacks
what is meant by regular software updates and patch management?
keeping software and systems up to date with the latest security patches help mitigate vulnerabilities that cybercriminals could exploit
what is meant by network security?
deploying firewalls, intrusion detection systems and intrusion prevention systems can help monitor and protect networks from unauthorized access and malicious activity
what is meant by data encryption?
encrypting sensitive data both at rest and in transit can help protect it from unauthorized access even if attackers breach network defenses
