unit 6

unit 6

1. Hacking - unauthorised access or modification from inside or outside of the company

2. Viruses malicious software that can steal, delete or encrypt data for ransom

3. Technical Breakdown a damaged server or broken hard disk can result in loss of data

4. Interception digital communication can be intercepted as it travels through the Internet, leading to competitors getting hold of data

5. Physical Theft computers or hard disks can be stolen, compromising the data they contain

6. Discarded Components old laptops or hard disks can still contain valuable data, which can be found by competitors if the equipment is not properly disposed of