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    This document discusses cyber security and common cyber threats. It defines cyber security as defending computers, systems, networks and data from malicious attacks. Cyber security can be classified into six categories including network security, application security, information security, operational security, disaster recovery and end-user education. Common cyber threats as of 2021 include ransomware, cryptojacking, threats against data, malware, disinformation, threats against availability/integrity, email threats and supply chain threats. Specific examples are provided for each threat type such as how ransomware prevents access to files and cryptojacking uses device resources to mine cryptocurrency.

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    This document discusses cyber security and common cyber threats. It defines cyber security as defending computers, systems, networks and data from malicious attacks. Cyber security can be classified into six categories including network security, application security, information security, operational security, disaster recovery and end-user education. Common cyber threats as of 2021 include ransomware, cryptojacking, threats against data, malware, disinformation, threats against availability/integrity, email threats and supply chain threats. Specific examples are provided for each threat type such as how ransomware prevents access to files and cryptojacking uses device resources to mine cryptocurrency.

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    CYBER SECURITY

    MODULE 5
    CYBERCRIME
    VS
    CYBER THREAT
    What is Cyber security?
    ● Is the practice of defending computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic
    systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks.

    ● Can be classified into 6 common categories


    ○ Network Security
    ○ Application Security
    ○ Information Security
    ○ Operational Security
    ○ Disaster recovery and business continuity
    ○ End-user education
    Types of Cyber Threats as of 2021
    ● Ransomware
    ● Cryptojacking
    ● Threats against data
    ● Malware
    ● Disinformation/Misinformation
    ● Threats against availability and Integrity
    ● Email related threats
    ● Supply Chain threats
    Types of Cyber Threats as of 2021
    ● Ransomware
    ○ Malicious software designed to prevent a user or organization from accessing files on their
    computer

    ● Cryptojacking
    ○ A type of threat that embeds itself within a computer or mobile device and uses its resources
    to mine cryptocurrency

    ● Threats against data


    ○ Data breaches/leaks
    Types of Cyber Threats as of 2021
    ● Malware
    ○ Malicious software designed harm or exploit a computer or system

    Common Examples:

    Virus: self replicating program

    Trojan: malware disguised as a legitimate software

    Spyware: a malware that collects user information


    Types of Cyber Threats as of 2021
    ● Disinformation/Misinformation
    ○ Spreading of misleading information

    ● Threats against availability and integrity


    ○ Attacks that prevent users of a system from accessing their information

    ● Email related threats


    ○ Attacks that aim to manipulate people via email (Phishing)
    Types of Cyber Threats as of 2021
    ● Supply Chain Threats
    ○ Attacks on service providers to gain access to customer data
    QUESTIONS?
    Activity
    Read about the most recent data breach on Microsoft by Lapsus$ and answer the
    following:

    1. How did Lapsus$ manage to hack Microsoft?


    2. What was the extent of the damage by the said attack?
    3. Describe Lapsus$ as an organization

    1 Long bond Paper

    DEADLINE: July 21, 2022


    READ ON THIS PLEASE!
    ● Read in advance about social engineering!
    ● 20pts –

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