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threats to data
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1Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.
- APhishing-when a user recieves an email that links them to another website, where a virus is usually downloaded from
- BDrive by web download-Targeting a specific website so every visitor recieves a virus
- CUSB key malware-Where a virus is transferred via a USB stick
- DPhysical barriers-turning off a computer physically to lower any risks
2Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.
- AScanning vulnerable networks-hackers scanning networks to find any vulnerability
- BGuessing passwords-guessing common passwords like '12345' or 'password' to access a network
- CWiFi compromises-Hackers invading an open WiFi network to access it
- DPasswords or encryption-a key, either a sequence or code, that allows only the user to access the network
3Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.
- AStealing credentials-normally from 3rd party sites, where details can be seen
- BCompromising web-based databases-using a specific code to make users' details available
- CPassword reset sites-Reset a user's pasasword to one they know and can use to access an account
- DAccess levels-Only individuals with certain levels of access can view specific parts of an application
4Tick the 3 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.
- AInsiders-where hackers become part of a company so they can access that network
- BOpportunist threats-where someone takes advantage of a computer that has been left logged on to access certain places they shouldn't
- CComputer viruses-programs that spread from one computer to another, which can corrupt data
- 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)
5Tick the 2 possible threats to data. The remaining answer is a method of preventing data threats.
- AOther malware-a program that allows access to a sysrtem, for example a trojan horse or computer worm
- BAccidental damage-ejecting a USB stick or closing a system without properly saving files can cause corruption
- 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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- Quiz on threats to data, created by Alex.Nuttall on 24/11/2014.
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