Abstract
Security systems are delicate structures that need to be strengthened given that they are exposed to a lot of risks related to the vulnerabilities that they possess. One of the vulnerabilities that pose risks to the system is the use of default settings. Default settings are common among different people that deal with software. Therefore, hackers will always try to penetrate such systems. It is important to hire security personnel system so that they help in mitigating the risks related to the vulnerability. An effective risk management staff will mitigate the vulnerability so as to prevent future risks related to it. For instance, some will decide to put patches on the system so as to alter its default nature. This approach
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These systems control different operations such as security, mechanical processes, and communication processes among others (Drew, 2005). Arguably, these systems make organizational operations effective as long as they are maintained and protected from security threats. The security systems usually face a lot of risks that jeopardize the whole system as well as the organizational operations (Nyanchama & Stefaniu, 2003). The threats are in most cases caused as a result of the vulnerability of the security system. Arguably, experts define system vulnerability as a firmware, hardware, or software defect that makes it susceptible. In other words, vulnerability is a weakness in the procedures of an automated system security (Drew, 2005). The main threat faced by vulnerable systems is exploitation. This is whereby an unauthorized individual gains access to restricted information and controls. Some people exploit such systems so as to steal data or money while others do it for personal reasons such as revenge. Arguably, the main cause of vulnerability of system security is the complex structure of the system. The complexity of internal security systems makes it easy for it to have flaws. As noted earlier, such flaws are known as security system vulnerability.
Vulnerability (Default Settings)
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In such cases, the organization will not have any capital loss, but will lose precious data-sets that is stored in the system. Further, there could be various root causes of such threats. The criminal intentions of the inner employees, the breaching intentions of the hackers and even the poor infrastructure could also be one of the major root causes of such threats. Hence, there is a need to develop solutions that will help to overcome the threats associated with each of the risk
It is not uncommon to find various organizations complaining about security flaws in their information systems. Failing to prevent or mitigate the security flaws may lead to system breakdown, errors, and loss of crucial information. This is why it is important for users of information systems to find the right solutions that can help counter and mitigate security flaws. One common problem with security flaws connected with information systems or networks is that the security flaws occur in multiples. Technological advances have, fortunately, made it possible for people and organizations to prevent and detect such security flaws using security strategies. Layered Security and Defense in Depth are two strategies that can help prevent attacks and protect information systems against security flaws. The two strategies are similar but are based on completely two different concepts. This paper compares and contrasts the Layered Security and Defense in Depth Strategies by explaining how each of the two functions. Additionally, the paper includes an explanation about the advantages and disadvantages of the two strategies.
One of the important part of system administration should be secure, so it is very important to understand which factors can affect security inside and outside our system. There are many key decisions that have to be made, for example, what server operating system should a system use to which
Security flaws or vulnerabilities have increased and spread rapidly over the past several years. More and more vulnerabilities are being discovered by security experts worldwide. Some of these flaws have proved to be extremely dangerous and lethal as they have caused unmeasurable damages to industries and organizations as well as individual users. Security vulnerability can be identified as a fault or weakness in a product or system that allows an attacker to exploit and manipulate that particular vulnerability and compromise the confidentiality, integrity and availability of that product or system (Definition of a Security Vulnerability ).
Vulnerability is defined as the capability of or susceptibility to being wounded or hurt, as by a weapon; open to assault; difficult to defend . IT managers face many aspects of vulnerability everyday and it is rapidly growing. This study is an attempt to show that most important cybersecurity vulnerability facing IT managers today is trust of the end user. Overall, an end user working within any capacity can be easily compromised through BYOD use and cause possible damage to an IT infrastructure.
After the September, 11th terrorists attack, the United States government 9/11 commission recommended that biometric entry-exit screening system was ideal for travelers who were leaving and entering the United States. They reiterated that this was essential for national security. Border screening systems were to be consolidated with United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology (Haddal, 2010). This was supposed to streamline border inspections. Legislations were instituted that were geared towards enhancing airline security, visa border security, and maritime security. The Aviation and Security Act of November 2001, the PATRIOTIC Act, and Border Security and Visa Entry Reform Act of May
People, process, and technology are the main pillars for Information Security framework. Security controls are designed on the fundamental principles of confidentiality, integrity and availability. The orchestration between people, process and technology provides control mechanism and helps in mitigation or reduction of risk for critical assets. Any failure with security orchestration can expose the systems for vulnerabilities and attacks. It is evident from recent data breaches from security incidents that failure of people who are behind the security controls is the number one reason behind process and technology.
Back to the question at hand, when is too much security too much? The turning point is different for each situation. A home computer can have too much security when the user installs two separate security programs. These programs then end up fighting each other and not protecting the computer at all. For a business it can be when the company begins to lose money by having less time to be productive. A simple example would be when a company installs an auto log-off feature that terminates a user's session after they do not do any actions for ten minutes. After a month of testing the new feature the employees report that they feel as though they are spending as much time logging in as they are doing any work. To help decide when a system has too much security can easily be solved when dealing with obvious issues, but if the task becomes harder the issue can be solved in a formulaic fashion. In the study "An Analytical Security Model for Existing Software Systems" by Ayaz Isazadeh and a few other researchers, over the course of four years, developed a formula for how much security would be needed per architectural system. This type of study helps more than simple businesses, governments everywhere take the information into consideration when creating or changing their system. For example, the U.S. government is wrote about in the article "Defending America in Cyberspace" where it is said that the government continues to improve its ability to understand vulnerabilities of
Customer Needs- Security systems are required by people to0 keep their homes safe, it gives them a sense of safety for their personal belongings, when they are away from their home.
A specialized field in computer system security that involves securing a computer system hardware and software. Security is typically handled by a system administrator who implements the security policy, network software and hardware needed to protect a system and the resources accessed through the network from unauthorized access and also ensure that employees have adequate access to resources. A system security typically relies on layers of protection and also consist of multiple components includes networking monitoring and security software. All components work together to increase the overall security of computer system. Passwords are extremely effective system for improving system security if applied properly. Security is the fundamental component of every system design. When planning, building and operating a system we should understand the importance of a strong security policy. The easier way to protect a network into the computer system from an
| Security policies must be fully implemented in order to protect BA information. This CR affects large numbers of BA users.
METHODOLOGY The system is basically segregated into two sections, the first part deals with the security related mechanism for the system, and the other deals with the automation. In security all the efforts are made for which the system can be secured. In the automation
Answer: Information Security is the practice of defending (guiding) information by considering the CIA Triad Principles which are Confidentiality (Authorize access), Integrity (Accuracy and Completeness) and Availability.
The systems approach to problem solving is used to analyze and identify mediatory provisions, see figure 2, Appendix D, Systems Approach to Problem Solving. Loss suffered in the Societe Generale Bank security breach was substantial because the perpetrator knew where to look to acquire access to financial information and circumvent existing security measures. This defined fraudulent behavior and solidified criteria for productive countermeasures. Prevention and risk management must be addressed by establishing policies and procedures and enforced by management at all levels. In accordance with Societe Generale Bank security policy these recommendations are proposed
Bit coin makes use of the cryptography to cover identities and has a obvious public ledger. In one way, this is an remarkable construct but there are necessity to consider its implication. The wallets of Public is seen by anyone that shows not only the total balance of the case but also inform us about how much capital has been received and paid out .