Threats to Data

Threats to Data

1. Opportunist Threats

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

2. Hacking

   • Unauthorised access to computer data with or without malicious intent

3. Phishing

   • Sending false e-mails asking users to input password and security information in a bid to steal money

4. Computer Viruses

   • Small programs that replicate themselves and spread from computer to computer, designed to cause damage

5. Identity Theft

   • When someone steals your personal data and uses them to pretend to be you to get credit, apply for documents ect.

6. Malware

   • A hostal, intrusive or anoying piece of software or program code.

7. Accidental Damage