Unauthorised Access Flashcards

1
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What is Unauthorised access?

A

Access to network by users who are not permitted to access them

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What can Unauthorised users attempt to do?
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Can attempt to gain access to networks directly by themselves

They may create a software that runs 1000 times per second on devices, this inputs multiple login details in order to attempt to gain access to networks with low security

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Why may they target specific devices?

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To use them as Botnets

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What is a Botnet?

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Are groups of computers that have their resources used for harmful purposes, such as running and spreading malware

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