Security Flashcards
1
Q
What is a program threat?
A
Malicious code like virus, worm, Trojan horse.
2
Q
Define system threat.
A
Attack on system resources like DoS or port scanning.
3
Q
What is encryption?
A
Converting data into unreadable form for unauthorized users.
4
Q
Symmetric vs Asymmetric encryption?
A
Symmetric: same key; Asymmetric: public/private keys.
5
Q
Example of symmetric algorithm?
A
AES, DES.
6
Q
Example of asymmetric algorithm?
A
RSA.
7
Q
Levels of security measures?
A
Physical, human, OS/Network.
8
Q
Types of security violations?
A
Accidental or malicious data leaks, modification, destruction.
