Application of Security Countermeasures to Mitigate Malicious Attacks Learning Objective Describe how malicious attacks‚ threats‚ and vulnerabilities impact an IT infrastructure. Key Concepts Attacks‚ threats‚ and vulnerabilities in a typical IT infrastructure Common security countermeasures typically found in an IT infrastructure Risk assessment approach to securing an IT infrastructure Risk mitigation strategies to shrink the information security gap Reading
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FIREWALL SECURITY This reports looks at what a firewall is‚ and how it works. It also looks at what security risks can be stopped by a firewall in a computer system. Most people think that a firewall is where all data traffic on the internet has to go through between networks‚ as shown in Figure 1.1 [pic] What is a firewall? In network security‚ firewall is considered a first line of defense in protecting private information. "A firewall sits at the junction point‚ or gateway‚ between the two
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later stage of development * A mobile site can be found and accessed through internet searches and web links on a mobile browser * There is no need for someone to download your mobile site since it is found via the mobile browser * Updating your mobile site is managed via your website management system Cons: * Mobile sites are not written in native code which can affect quality and performance * While browsing on your
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Web Architecture P1 ISP (Internet Service Provider) An ISP or Internet Service Provider is an organisation that provides internet access; by directly connecting clients to the internet using copper wires‚ wireless or fibre optic connection. WHS (Web Hosting Services) It’s an internet hosting type which allows individuals and organisations to make their website accessible through the World Wide Web. In another word‚ the web host are these companies that provide space on a server owned or leased
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Assignment 1: Security Assessment If I were to be hired as a consultant to perform a network security assessment for a large firm‚ there are a few things that I would have to keep in mind to provide my client with the best outcome possible. I would fist begin by explaining what a security risk assessment is to the client. I will explain that the security risk assessments that will be utilized is basically used to recognize the chance that there is an openness that can be exploited
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Analyzing a Web Page BSHS/352 Analyzing a Web Page When using the internet for research‚ you want your information from your sources to be reliable‚ persuasive and credible. You have to evaluate each source carefully for credibility. It is very important to enter the correct search information‚ or you might find yourself drowning in web pages and links that are not reliable or credible. As I researched sources for human services resources to analyze‚ I found a site on
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Building Security In Editor: Gary McGraw‚ gem@cigital.com Software Security S oftware security is the idea of engineering software so that it continues to function correctly under malicious attack. Most technologists acknowledge this undertaking’s importance‚ but they need some help in understanding how to tackle it. This new department GARY MCG RAW Cigital 80 aims to provide that help by exploring software security best practices. The software security field is a relatively
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John Chambers believed that “by providing the end-to-end network plumbing‚ we can change the way entire companies and industries operate.” How did Cisco’s IT web-enablement initiatives reinforce and demonstrate that belief? Explain your answer with examples. Cisco began web development in early 1990s. Cisco invested around $100 million to web-enable all the applications using standard set of tools and smart group of people. Most of the interactions with customers‚ partner and suppliers were network-based
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Security Incidents Computer Forensics Computer Forensics 641 11/1/2012 • Abstract In this document‚ the importance of security incidents is expressed as a high priority for any business that may possess valuable information. Computer networks are attacked more now than they have before‚ and in large numbers. There is a high demand for security within Information Technology to ensure that businesses‚ as well as their clients‚ do not
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2013 I have been asked by the company CIO to determine if Web Analytics is a strategy the company should pursue. I shall first provide information about what Web Analytics is. Then‚ I shall analyze how is can be used to improve a business. Finally‚ I shall provide my recommendation regarding using Web Analytics for our company—in answer of the CIO’s question. What is Web Analytics and how can it be used to improve a business? Web analytics is the measurement‚ collection‚ analysis‚ and reporting
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