Network Security
Network Security
Protect vital information while still allowing access to those who need it
Trade secrets, medical records, etc.
Provide authentication and access control for resources
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COMMON SECURITY ATTACKS
AND THEIR COUNTERMEASURES
Confidentiality (privacy)
Authentication (who created or sent the data)
Integrity (has not been altered)
Non-repudiation (the order is final)
Access control (prevent misuse of resources)
Availability (permanence, non-erasure)
METHODS OF DEFENCE
Encryption
Software Controls (access limitations in a data base, in operating
system protect each user from other users)
•IPsec
•Firewalls
•Virtual Private Networks
•Wireless Security
SECURITY ATTACKS