Chapter 6, Problem 17RQ

Explanation of Solution

Categories of threat:

The main twelve categories of threat to InfoSec are as follows:

• Compromises to intellectual property.
• Variation in quality of service from service providers.
• Espionage or trespass.
• Forces of nature...

Explanation of Solution

Most frequently encountered threat:

The most frequently encountered threat by the organizations is the software attacks which occur in the form of malware like viruses, worms or macros. It is because of the following reasons:

• Nature of the organization:
  • Malware attack is seen when the PC’s are connected to the internet.
  • The main reason for this type of threat is the live nature of communication medium...