security systems

security systems

1. malware

   • malware definition:a type of soft ware that is specifically designed to disrupt, damage or gain authorised access to a computer system
     • malware effects
       • can cause your computer to crash
         • can send spam through and to your inbox
         • causes your connection to slow down
     • malware preventions
       • install anti-virus/malware software
       • secure your network
       • back up your files

2. phishing

   • phishing definition; the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce others to share sensitive information such as passwords, usernames and card details
     • phishing effects
       • theft of identity
       • finding out your confidential imformation
       • using your bank details
     • phishing preventions
       • never go to your banks website through a link in a email
       • only ever enter your sensitive data into secure websites
       • check the source of information from incoming mail.

3. brute force attack

   • brute force attack definition;a brute force attack is a trial and error way to obtain passwords, ID and also your pin number and bank details
     • brute force attack effects
       • will be able to get access into your accounts
       • use your bank details
     • brute force attack preventions
       • create a very complex and long password
       • add numbers into your passwords
       • add capitals into your password