Introduction

Computer security, cyber security or information technology

security (IT security) is the protection of computer systems and
networks from information disclosure, theft of or damage to their
hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or
misdirection of the services they provide

The field is becoming increasingly significant due to the

increased reliance on computer systems, the Internet and wireless
network standards such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, and due to the growth
of "smart" devices, including smartphones, televisions, and the various
devices that constitute the"Internet of things". Owing to its complexity,
both in terms
measure is to store a system’s data on a separate device, or medium,
such as magnetic tape or disks, that is normally inaccessible through
the computer system. Finally, data is often encrypted so that it can be
deciphered only by holders of a singular encryption key. (See data
encryption.)

Computer security threats

Computer security threats are possible dangers that can possibly
hamper the normal functioning of your computer. In the present age,
cyber threats are constantly increasing as the world is going digital.
The most harmful types of computer security are:

1) Viruses

Computervirusisamaliciousprogramwhichisloaded
into the user’s computer without user’s knowledge. It replicates itself
and infects the files and programs on the user’s PC. The ultimate goal
of a virus is to ensure that the victim’s computer will never be able to
operate properly or even at all.
 2) Computer Worm

Computer worm is a software program that can copy itself from

one computer to another, without human interaction. The potential
risk here is that it will use up your computer hard disk space because
a worm can replicate in greate volume and with great speed.

3) Phishing

Disguising as a trustworthy person or business, phishers attempt

to steal sensitive financial or personal information through fraudulent
email or instant messages. Phishing in unfortunately very easy to
execute. You are deluded into thinking it’s the legitimate mail and
you may enter your personal information.
4) Botnet

Botnet is a group of computers connected to the internet, that

have been compromised by a hacker using a computer virus. An
individual computer is called ‘zombie computer’.
The result of this threat is the victim’s computer, which is the bot will
be used for malicious activities and for a larger scale attack like DDoS.

5) Rootkit

Rootkit - is a computer program designed to provide continued

privileged access to a computer while actively hiding its presence.
Once a rootkit has been installed, the
controller of the rootkit will be able to remotely execute files and
change system configurations on the host machine.

6) Keylogger

Also known as a keystroke logger, keyloggers can track the real-

time activity of a user on his computer. It keeps a record of all the
keystrokes made by user keyboard.
Keylogger is also a very powerful threat to steal people’s login
credential such as username and password.
These are perhaps the most common security threats that you’ll come
across. Apart from these, there are others like spyware, wabbits, scareware,
bluesnarfing and many more.
Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself against these attacks.

COMPUTER SECURITY
IMPORTANT?
 Computers are very essential part of our daily lives andit plays
important roles in our lives. So, the security of a computer is important
because it protects your information and helps to prevent from viruses
and malware. In this post, we will discuss on why is computer security
important of our lives.
Computer security is also known as cyber security or IT security
which mainly used for protection of computersystem such as hardware
and software.

WHY IS COMPUTER SECURITY

IMPORTANT?
The main purpose of the security is the preventing and detecting
unauthorized access of computer system. It guarantees to safe
processing and storage of business, healthcare and sensitive
information. Cyber security provides the Confidentiality, Integrity and
Availability for all components of a computer system.

Here are the some reasons why is

computer security important:
1. TO PROTECT
PERSONAL
INFORMATION
 To prevent from cyber security risk you have to protect your
personal information. IT security is the first prime issue to protect your
personal and others information. By the way you can keep your
information secure using the following tips:

● Use antivirus Software

● Update operating system
● Use strong password
● Backup your data
● Lock your computer
● Avoid Phishing Emails
● Protecty our personal information

2. TOP ROTECT
ORGANIZATION
PROPERTIES
It is very important to ensure the organization’s computer data
because every organization has many sensitive assets and information.
So, without computer or IT security you can’t guarantee the security of
organization properties.

3. TO PREVENTION FROM DATA

THEFT
Data theft is act of stealing sensitive information such as bank
account details, credit card information, passwords, and documents
which stored on computers, servers, or other
devices. The most common reasons of data breaches are as follows:

● Weak and stolen credentials

● Malicious insiders
● Application vulnerabilities
● Human Error
So, prevent from data theft you have to ensure your device
security by using endpoint security, lock down your computer,
Identify critical data and use authentication.

4. TO PREVENT FROM
VIRUSES AND MALWARE
Computer security is also important to protect from computer
viruses and malware’s. A computer virus or malware can corrupt or
delete your sensitive data, damage your hard disk and it spreads from
one computer to another using email program and others. So, you have
to protect your computer from viruses and malware using following
these tips:

● Keep your software upto date

● Use free antivirus software
● Use a strong password
● Don’t click on links within emails
● Backup your computer
● Use a pop-up blocker
TYPES OF COMPUTER SECURITY
In this post, we will focus on the different types of computer
security such asapplication security, network security, internet
security, data security, information security and end user security.

1. APPLICATION SECURITY
Application security is the types of cyber security which
developing application by adding security features within applications
to prevent from cyber attacks. The attacks can be SQL injection, denial
of service (DoS) attacks, data breaches or other cyber-attacks.
There are some application security tools and techniques such as
firewalls, antivirus software, encryption, and web application firewall
which can help to prevent from
cyber-attacks.

A web application firewall is designed to protect web

applications by filtering and monitoring HTTP harmful traffic. Here
are the most used Web Application Firewalls are:
Fortinet Forti Web
Citrix NetScaler App Firewall F5
Advanced WAF
Radware AppWall
Symantec WAF
Barracuda WAF
Imperva WAF Sophos
XG Firewall Sonic
WallNSa

2. INFORMATION SECURITY
Information security (IS) is the types of computer security which
refers to the process and methodology to protect the confidentiality,
integrity and availability of computer system from unauthorized access,
use, modification and destruction.

Information security focuses on the CIAtriad model, which

ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data, without
affecting organization productivity.
3. NETWORK SECURITY
Network security is other types of IT security which process of
preventing and protecting against unauthorized intrusion into
computer networks.
It is a set of rules and configurations which designed to protect
the confidentiality, integrity and accessibility of computer networks
system and information using both software and hardware
technologies.

NETWORK SECURITY METHODS

 There are different components or methods to improve network
security. Here, we have mentioned the most common network security
components.
Antivirus Software Application
Security Behavioral Analytics
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Email
Security
Firewalls
Mobile Device Security Network
Segmentation
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Virtual
Private Network (VPN)
Web Security Wireless
Security Network
AccessControl(NAC)

4. END POINT SECURITY

Human error is a major weak point which is easily exploited by
cyber criminals. End users are becoming the largest security risk in
any organizations.
 However, end user has no fault of their own, and mostly due to a
lack of awareness and ICT policy. They can unintentional open the
virtual gates to cyber attackers.
That’s why comprehensive security policies, procedures and
protocols have to be understood in depth by users who accessing the
sensitive information.
It is better to providing security awareness training program to
them and should cover the following topics:
Cyber security and its importance Phishing
and Social Engineering attack Password
creation and usages
Device Security
Physical Security
Learn More About Social Engineering Attack

5. INTERNET SECURITY
Internet security is the important types of computer security
which has defined as a process to create set of rules and actions to
protect computers system that are connected to the Internet.
 CONCLUSION
Now that you have completed this webquest on Computer
Security you are now aware of the possible security treats to computer
systems. Not only that, but you are now better ableto protect your
computers as well as recommend security measures to others.
Have you ever heard the terms Computer Virus, worms, Trojans,
Cybercrime, hackers?
Putting your computer in a bank vault with security officers with
shot guns and Rin-tin-tin will not protect your computer’s data.
To protect your data you will have to incorporate the use of
special Data Security software along with the Physical Security
methods you have learned.
Have a look at Computer Security Threats as it relates to data
security.
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