1.6

1.6

1. Malware - Software that can be malicious if damaging to a computer or network

2. Worms - It doesnt attach itself to a program. This replicates itself to move to different computers. Often using a computer network. The worm exploits valnerabilites across the networks.

3. Trojan horses - Malicious computer program designed to access a computer by misleading users of its intent.

4. Phishing - A form of social engineering. Designed to acquire such as usernames, password, card details etc.

5. Viruses - Malicious software designed to damage a computer or network system. Attaches itself to programs or files on a computer or server. It affect all components of a operating system.

6. Social engineering - Relies on human interaction. Commonly involves tricking users into breaking normal security procedures.

7. Data interception - Caused by intercepting packets being moved across networks. Encrypted packets cannot be read without a key but un-encrypted can be re-assembled using signatures.

8. Network policies - Outlines rules for network access. Most common is Acceptable Use Policy.