Networks Flashcards
What does VPN mean?
Virtual Private Network
What does a VPN do?
Encrypts your data and hides your IP address
What is HTTP
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
What is HTTPS
Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
Name Three methods of seeing if your website is secure
- There is a padlock on the search bar
- The search bar is highlighted green
- The start of the link says HTTPS
In the OSI Model, what Layer is the HTTP and HTTPS located at?
Application Layer
What port does HTTP use?
80
What port does HTTPS use?
443
What does VoIP mean?
Voice Over Internet Protocol
How does VoIP work?
Sends your voice to another user through data
Video Conferencing
What is a Remote Wipe?
Deleting the data from your device remotley
When is Remote Wipe useful?
When a device has been lost or stolen
What is Remote Desktop?
The ability to access a computer on a network from a distance.
(RDP onto desktop at work from home)
What does BYOD mean?
Bring Your Own Devices
What is the no1 condition of BYOD?
The device must be permitted on the network
Mobile Security Policy Technical Requirements
- Devices must use the following operation systems: Android 2.2 or later, IOS 4.x or later.
- Must store all user-saved passwords in an encrypted password store.
- Devices must be configured with a secure password that complies with a companies password policy. Must not be the same as any other password.
Mobile Security Policy User Requirements
- Users must only load data essential to their role onto their mobile devices
- Users must report all lost or stolen devices to IT immediately.
- If a user suspects that unauthorised access to a company data has taken place via a mobile device the user must report the incident in alignment with company’s incident handling process.
- Devices must not be jailbroken
What does C mean in the CIA Triangle
Confidentiality
What does I mean in the CIA Triangle
Integrity
What does A mean in the CIA Triangle
Availability