Summary
You should now be aware of some of the security threats and how to protect against them including
| Threat | Protection |
|---|---|
| Malware | Anti-Malware Applications |
| Network Intrusions | Password Policies, Firewalls, Security Zones and Intrusion Detection Systems |
| Phishing Scams, Spamming and Spoofing | Education and E-mail Filters |
| Remote Access | Virtual Private Networks |
| Wireless Access | Secure Connections |
| Data Interception | Digital Encryption, Signatures and Certificates |
| Denial of Service Attacks | Keep network software up to date |
Extension Exercise
Have a look at the Open University's Open Learn Website - this contains an expanding set of e-learning material. In the IT resource section there is currently an excellent introductory online resource about Internet security called
Living with the Internet: keeping it safe (T180_8_1.0)
Next: SAQ 1
DX42 35: Internet: Web Technology and Security (c) 2007 SQA