Module 1: 1.7 Computer waste, mistakes and security Flashcards

describe waste and mistakes in the IS environment

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Security concepts

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  1. external threats (eg hackers) get more attention, but internal threats are actually more common
  2. need to address both technical (firewalls) and non-technical (procedures)
  3. Weakest link is often a person, not a machine
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at greater risk from what?

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internal problems like human error, passwords (put in plain view)
- only as strong as its weakest link

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