Understanding Cybersecurity

Threats and Protection

Measures
- Arwa Mohammed Alshamrani
440802288
- Renad Jaber Alshamrani
440802299
- Sara Abdullah Alshamrani
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Teacher Name : Seham AlQarni

 Table of contents
01 02
Types of Cybersecurity Threats
Case Studies of Cybersecurity
Violations
03 04
Understanding Weaknesses in importance of Vulnerability
Software and Systems Management

05 06
Future trends in cybersecurity The impact of emerging technologies on the
cybersecurity landscape
Introduction
Cybersecurity involves safeguarding
computer systems, networks, and data
from unauthorized access and cyber
threats to maintain information integrity,
confidentiality, and availability. In today's
digital era, cybersecurity is crucial for
protecting sensitive information, ensuring
reliable digital services, mitigating
financial losses, and safeguarding
national security. It plays a pivotal role in
fostering trust in online interactions,
preserving personal privacy, and driving
technological advancements.
 Types of Cybersecurity Threats

Malware Attacks Phishing and Social DDoS Attacks

Engineering
involve tricking individuals into Distributed Denial of Service
Malware is malicious software
revealing sensitive information attacks disrupt the normal
designed to infiltrate, damage,
through deceptive emails, functioning of a server, service,
or gain unauthorized access to
websites, or manipulation of or network by overwhelming it
computer systems, networks,
trust. These tactics pose with a flood of internet traffic.
and devices. It compromises
significant cybersecurity This causes service downtime,
data integrity, privacy, and
threats, leading to identity financial losses, and
system functionality.
theft, financial fraud, and reputational damage to the
unauthorized access to victim organization.
systems.
Types of Cybersecurity Threats Cont.

Advanced Persistent
Ransomware Insider Threats Threats (APTs)

Security risks posed by Sophisticated cyber attacks

Malicious software that orchestrated by highly skilled
individuals within an
encrypts files or locks users adversaries. APTs involve gaining
organization who misuse their
out of their systems until a unauthorized access to targeted
access privileges to
ransom is paid. Ransomware networks or systems, remaining
compromise data, systems, or undetected for extended periods, and
attacks can cause significant
network security. Mitigating exfiltrating sensitive information.
financial losses, data
insider threats requires Detecting and mitigating APTs
breaches, and operational
implementing strict access require robust cybersecurity
disruptions.
controls, monitoring user measures, continuous monitoring,
activities, and conducting threat intelligence, and incident
security training. response capabilities.
Case Studies of Cybersecurity Violations
Equifax Breach:

- Equifax suffered a severe breach in 2017, compromising sensitive personal data.

- Impact: Millions of individuals' information was exposed, leading to identity theft risks.

- Prevention: Needed stronger data encryption and access controls.

WannaCry Attack:

- Occurred in 2017, targeting outdated Windows systems.

- Impact: Widespread disruption and financial losses.

- Prevention: Required timely security updates and robust backup systems

To protect against these breaches and others, it is essential to implement cybersecurity

best practices such as regularly updating software and systems, enforcing secure access
procedures, and providing ongoing training for employees.
 Understanding Weaknesses
in Software and Systems
1. Weakness in Software and System Design:
- Poor design of software and systems can lead to security vulnerabilities.
- For example, leaving unprotected backdoors or flaws in input validation can make
the system vulnerable to exploitation.

2. Failure to Update Software and Systems:

- If security updates are not applied regularly, software and systems remain
vulnerable to exploitation.
- Attackers can exploit known vulnerabilities patched in recent updates to gain
access to and control over the system.

3. Weakness in Development and Testing Processes:

- Weakness in development and testing processes can leave security vulnerabilities
undiscovered.
- Development processes should include rigorous security testing to identify and fix
vulnerabilities before software or systems are deployed.
importance of Vulnerability Management

Vulnerability management Regular assessment of

helps in identifying and vulnerabilities enables
classifying vulnerabilities and organizations to reduce the
implementing necessary chances of exploitation by
actions to fix them. attackers.

Vulnerability management A culture of proactive risk

processes contribute to mitigation is fostered, making
enhancing the security of
organizations more resilient
systems and software and
protecting sensitive information against emerging threats.
from unauthorized access.
 Future trends in cybersecurity
Predictions for the evolution of cybersecurity threats

Rise in Spread of identity Government-

ransomware and theft and phishing sponsored hacking
extortion attacks attacks and cyber-warfare

1 2 3 4 5 6

Increase in Internet of Threats related to

advanced Things (IoT) artificial
attacks threats intelligence.
 The impact of emerging technologies on the
cybersecurity landscape
Emerging technologies have a significant impact on the cybersecurity landscape, offering
opportunities for both threats and protection. Here are some key effects of emerging technologies
on the cybersecurity scene:
Increased threats

Enhanced defense
capabilities Growing challenges

Collaboration and
partnerships The impact of stealth
technology

Privacy and regulatory

issues
 Conclusion
• Recap of key points
• Importance of staying vigilant
and proactive in addressing
cybersecurity threats
• Call to action for organizations
and individuals to prioritize
cybersecurity measures