M1 Security risks

M1 Security risks

1. Web security is needed to keep hackers from accessing sensitive information

   • Without security malware can spread through the site
   • The number of attempted cyber attacks is currently more than ever
   • Without proper protection if your website is attacked then you lose reputation and users
   • Website cleanup is more expensive than protection
   • Without protection your site can become blacklisted

2. There are multiple different types of threats towards web security

   • Viruses
   • Trojans horse
   • Adware
   • Spyware
   • Worm
   • DOS attacks
   • Phishing
   • SQL Injection
   • Interception of data

3. There are multiple ways of preventing these threats

   • Validation
   • Appropriate passwords
   • Encryption
   • Firewalls
   • Regular password and system updates