Unit 3: The security threats posed by virtual attacks
The security threats posed by virtual attacks
Internet is useful for its rich pool of resources. However, issues of online safety is a growing concern . But if people are provided with proper education, this concern can be mitigated. People should know the various terminologies that are used in this context and know their implications with reference to safety issues.
Unit Objectives
Upon completion of this unit, the participants will:
- Understand the type of security threats.
- Understand the terminology such as:
- Data confidentiality
- Privacy and copyright issues
- Hacker attacks:
- Sniffer Programs
- Spoofing
- Phishing
- Port scan
- Viruses, worms, and Trojan horses
- Brute force attack
- 3. Spyware
- adware and malware
- Web programs
- 3. Spyware
Lecture
Presentation Slides
Discussions
- Discuss the significance of maintaining confidentiality of electronic data in a healthcare system.
- Classroom activity:
- Work in groups of three to conduct an online research to identify various types of viruses that pose threat to one’s computer system. Compare and contrast your findings.
Quiz
Links
- Next: Unit 4: Safeguarding your computer and personal information
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