threats to data

threats to data

1. malware

   • a hostile intrusive or annoying piece of software or program code.

2. opportunist threats

   • people who find an unattended computer and try to view or steal what they can.

3. computer viruses

   • small programs that replicate themselves and spred from computere to computer

4. phishing

   • sending fake e-mails asking users to unput passwird and security information in a bid to steal money.

5. hacking

   • unauthorised access to computer data with or without malicious intent.

6. accidental damage

7. identity theft