data is so important. In this paper, the definition of packet sniffing will be introduced and several functionality and possible uses of packet sniffers will be explained. Also, information on how to protect against sniffers and man-in-the-middle attacks will be provided. An example of a packet sniffer program, Wireshark, will be given, followed by a case study involving the restaurant chain Dave & Buster's, which will show the negative consequences that can occur when organizations are not aware
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identify intrusions. Intrusion Detection Systems look for attack signatures, which are specific patterns that usually indicate malicious or suspicious intent. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDSs) are usually deployed along with other preventive security mechanisms, such as access control and authentication, as a second line of defense that protects information systems. Intrusion detection provides a way to identify and thus allow responses to, attacks against these systems. Second, due to the limitations
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by utilizing their IT department or contract out so that their system can be hardened against attacks. 2. If an application has known vulnerability that is reported, how should a company proceed? The company should first see if the application has any new patches that would secure this vulnerability. 3. Name two network entry points as it pertains to network accessibility? Work stations and server. 4. What types of authentication and authorization requirements should be audited in a vulnerability
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Assignment: Summary Report on a Malicious Code Attack Malicious code is the term used to describe any code in any part of a software system or script that is intended to cause undesired effects, security breaches or damage to a computer or system without the owner’s knowledge or consent. Upon entering the system, there are much exploitation of vulnerabilities, like viruses, worms, Trojan horses, spyware, adware, and rootkits. Malicious code is an application security threat that cannot be efficiently
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Individual: Service Request SR-rm-022, Part 2 10/13/2014 BSA375 Introduction Application architecture is the organizational design of an entire software application. This design includes all sub-components, as well as external application interchanges, and is designed to meet the objectives of the system requirements, set forth by the client and stakeholders at hand. The current goal and objective is finding out the best design for the company. Riordan’s current HRIS system is functional, at
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which events have the potential to be an attack or not (Wikipedia, 2006, para. 1-3). IDS generally consist of two types – signature-based and anomaly-based. Signature-based IDS operate by comparing network traffic against a known database of attack categories. In fact, signature-based IDS work much in the same way that antivirus software does, except network traffic is examined instead of files. This type of IDS is extremely effective against known attack types. Anomaly-based IDS observe actual
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uncover areas where ePHI is at risk of compromise. This analysis of the iTrust database, as related to the new requirements that iTrust wishes to implement, will discuss the threats and vulnerabilities and the potential impact on the iTrust web application and database. Section I: iTrust Threats & Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures A detailed analysis of the iTrust database detected several high-risk vulnerabilities that
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Recently the university web-based registration system was the subject of a DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attack. This type of attack is characterized by flooding the target system(s) with more network traffic than it can process, thereby forcing the system offline or limiting its ability to respond to legitimate traffic to a negligible level. It is different from a DoS (Denial of Service), in that multiple computers (potentially thousands) are used to increase the amount of traffic sent
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without it an organization will lose its record of transactions and/or its ability to furnish valuable deliverables to its customers. Other assets that require protection include the ability of the organization to function, the safe operation of applications, and technology assets. 3. Both general management and IT management are responsible for implementing information security. 4. The implementation of networking technology has created more risk for businesses that use information technology
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Blackjacking Security Threats to BlackBerry® Devices, PDAs, and Cell Phones in the Enterprise Daniel Hoffman Wiley Publishing, Inc. Blackjacking Blackjacking Security Threats to BlackBerry® Devices, PDAs, and Cell Phones in the Enterprise Daniel Hoffman Wiley Publishing, Inc. Blackjacking: Security Threats to BlackBerrys, PDAs, and Cell Phones in the Enterprise Published by Wiley Publishing, Inc. 10475 Crosspoint Boulevard Indianapolis, IN 46256 www.wiley.com Copyright © 2007 by Wiley
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