CYBER SECURITY

ACTIONS AGAINST CYBER CRIME

 What is cyber security?
• Cyber security standards are security standards which
enable organizations to practice safe security
techniques to minimize the number of successful
cyber security attacks.
•
Cyber security refers to the technologies and
processes designed to protect computers, networks
and data from unauthorized access, vulnerabilities and
attacks delivered via the Internet by cyber criminals.
• Though, cyber security is important for network, data
and application security.
 HISTORY OF CYBERCRIMES

• The first recorded cyber crime was recorded in the year 1820

(JOSEPH JACQUARD)

• The first spam email took place in 1978 when it was sent over

the Arpanet (GARY THUERK)

• The first Virus was installed on an Apple Computer in 1982

(ELK CLONER BY RICHARD SKRENTA)

 CYBERCRIME INCLUDES :
• Illegal Access
• System Interference
• Data Interference
• Misuse Of Devices
• Fraud
• Email Spamming
• Theft Of Data
• Cyberextortion
HOW A HACKER CAN STEAL YOUR
DATA?
• By Password Approximation
• By Sending An Exploit through applications
• By Sending An Exploit through Wi-fi
• By Physical Means (Usb e.t.c)
• Through Hotspot
• Phishing
• Through APK
 HOW CAN WE PROTECT?
• Keep your software and systems fully up-to date
• Turn on the Fire Wall of your device
• Backup your data
• Control access to your systems
• Wi-fi Security
• Unique Passwords
• Don’t Share your Passwords
 ADVANTAGES OF CYBER SECURITY

• It will defend from hacks and virus

• The security developers will update their database every week

once ,hence the new virus would be deleted

• Data theft chances would be minimized

• Security Breaches won’t happen

• Data Privacy will be maximum

 OTHER SAFETY TIPS

 Use antivirus software

 Uninstall unnecessary software
 Check security settings
 Open Attachments carefully
 Don’t give Personal Information unless required
 Avoid clicking on pop-up Ads
 Avoid downloading of Pirated Applications
 CONCLUSION

• The only system which is truly secured is one which is switched off and
unplugged.

• So, the only way to be safe is to pay attention and act smartly.

• In a way, fighting cybercrime is everybody’s business. Think of it as an

obligation to do your part in the fight against cybercrime. For most people,
that means following a few simple, common-sense steps to help keep
yourself and your family safer.
Regards, SYED MUBASHIR TARIQ