threats to data

1. 1Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.

   1. APhishing-when a user recieves an email that links them to another website, where a virus is usually downloaded from
   2. BDrive by web download-Targeting a specific website so every visitor recieves a virus
   3. CUSB key malware-Where a virus is transferred via a USB stick
   4. DPhysical barriers-turning off a computer physically to lower any risks
2. 2Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.

   1. AScanning vulnerable networks-hackers scanning networks to find any vulnerability
   2. BGuessing passwords-guessing common passwords like '12345' or 'password' to access a network
   3. CWiFi compromises-Hackers invading an open WiFi network to access it
   4. DPasswords or encryption-a key, either a sequence or code, that allows only the user to access the network
3. 3Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.

   1. AStealing credentials-normally from 3rd party sites, where details can be seen
   2. BCompromising web-based databases-using a specific code to make users' details available
   3. CPassword reset sites-Reset a user's pasasword to one they know and can use to access an account
   4. DAccess levels-Only individuals with certain levels of access can view specific parts of an application
4. 4Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.

   1. AInsiders-where hackers become part of a company so they can access that network
   2. BOpportunist threats-where someone takes advantage of a computer that has been left logged on to access certain places they shouldn't
   3. CComputer viruses-programs that spread from one computer to another, which can corrupt data
   4. DAnti-virus software and firewalls-software that stops data from arriving on your computer (firewall) or that intercepts viruses and destroys a virus and sometimes repairs any damage done (anti-virus)
5. 5Tick the 2 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.

   1. AOther malware-a program that allows access to a sysrtem, for example a trojan horse or computer worm
   2. BAccidental damage-ejecting a USB stick or closing a system without properly saving files can cause corruption
   3. CBackup and recovery-Storing all data in a seperate system so it can be access and restored to a new computer. This can include CDs, USbs, DVDs and detatchable hard drives

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Test sobre threats to data, creado por Alex.Nuttall el 24/11/2014.

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