M2 Computer Security

Question 1

Computer Security

Answer 1

Protects systems from harm, unauthorized access, and theft.

Types: Information Security, Application Security, Network Security

Question 2

CIA Triad

Answer 2

Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability.

Confidentiality: Only authorized access. Integrity: Data remains unaltered by unauthorized users. Availability: Data accessible when needed.

Question 3

Security Layers

Answer 3

Includes hardware, software, network, and physical protection layers.

Question 4

Technical Controls

Answer 4

Firewalls, Secure Configuration, User Access Control, Malware Protection, Patch Management.

Firewalls: Restrict network access. Secure Configuration: Secure default setups. User Access Control: Limit access based on user role. Malware Protection: Use antivirus software. Patch Management: Regular updates for security.

Question 5

Authentication Methods

Answer 5

Password Authentication, Token-Based Authentication, Biometric Security.

Password Authentication: Basic security, vulnerable to cracking. Token-Based Authentication: Higher security, uses physical tokens. Biometric Security: Enhanced security with unique physical traits.

Question 6

Benefits of Security Awareness

Answer 6

Advantages of firewalls, antivirus, secure passwords, webcam surveillance, and biometric authentication. Each method comes with benefits and limitations.