1) What uses of the term “security” are relevant to your everyday life?
I believe, Security in a more generic sense is relevant to any kind of situations in which we trust a system or a third party to an extent that we are ready to share our private and sensitive information with them. Security is necessary in our everyday life for all kinds of communication in which some kind of data or information is exchanged. For example, telecommunication, Internet, financial dealings, wireless communication, medical procedures, as well as physical security and privacy and protection of information on social networks, unauthorized use of information and unauthenticated access to our personal files and file systems on our personal computers unauthorized access to our personal space and belongings like home, cars etc. Users tend to feel secure if they can depend on devices and software they use and would like to have a sense of control over systems, which in turn helps businesses to build up a brand and loyalty with the people.
2) Have you ever been a victim of lax security? Were you affected when UTPA discovered the issue with JAVA the weekend of January 12, 2012?
Luckily, I have never been a victim of lax security (as far as i know!). But having understood how dangerous the impact of security issues could be, now i am more alert and careful with using Internet and any kind of software i install. After the java issue that happened with UTPA, i have deactivated java plugin in the chrome browser i use. Also, i make it a point to check for software updates from time-to-time (which i neglected before, not being aware of the consequences) and also check activity monitor on my mac on a daily basis to ensure safety. It’s quite scary how a hacker ...
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...blishes whether a user has the permission or right to carry out activities such as having access to files etc., The service provider confirms user’s credentials and what operations he could perform. Non-repudiation establishes evidence and is important to prove that the user performed an activity in case he denies it. Hence, it becomes impossible for the user to deny an activity at a later stage of which he had performed. It is critical for any kind of business as both the user and provider cannot back out denying data processing. For instance: to establish a proof for debit/credit card transactions and frauds. Digital signatures establishes both authorization and non-repudiation thus preventing the user from claiming that he did not process that particular data or perform an activity, thus securing business activities for both the user and service providers.
However, I feel users had a different vision/perspective on security mechanisms and they trusted each other during those times and did not have to worry about protecting their information (this is how exactly, one person’s ignorance becomes another’s person’s - hacker, here bliss). This book helps us to understand the vulnerabilities; its impacts and why it is important to address/ fix those holes.
Once biological needs are met men and women have the need for security. Security is the need to feel safe, to feel assured that one is aware of what is going to happen ahead of time. Although the need for security has proven to be greater among women than men, insecurity can affect both genders negatively personally and, in the workplace.
The Forensics team stands out as one of the oldest continuous programs on our campus and the only competitive team at Los Angeles City College. As the current director of Forensics I am writing to apply for the Foundations $5,000 mini grant.
What concerns the government of the United States most is the security of the critical infrastructure from the cyber threats. The nation is depending heavily on the technology in most of its critical sectors to keep it up and running. Thus, this makes its more vulnerable to cyber-attacks from outsiders and insiders. Therefore, its protection must be a priority.
One of the most important aspects of studying a history of a place is why that place came into existence in the first place. The FBI's Regional Computer Forensics Laboratories are perhaps not a terribly well-known entity within the general public, yet they play an essential part in both our justice system, and our everyday lives. So this begs the question, why would a laboratory centered strictly around computers, even more specifically the forensics around computers, come to be in an age where certainly all major government establishments have, and are familiar with, computers and the technology associated within them. These are a few of the questions that will be answered throughout this research paper, along with an analysis of where they are today, and where it appears the future of these labs will take them.
Safety is what our civilized society has always believed in. Secure environment is that aspect of life which develops one’s personality and mentality. 9/11, the Holocaust and Syrian refugee crisis proves that it is better to be secure because you can live your life without any fear.
The act provided the opportunity for secure-online transactions development within the e-commerce community, enabling the development of digital signatures, and provided the frame work for regulations of digital signatures by certification authorities. The establishment of this Act, and the technology that developed because of the act, has added a level of security for individuals. The digital signature utilizes hash cryptographic algorithms, utilizing what a user’s pin (signature) to sign electronically. Uniform Computer Information Transactions
Besides the classic medical drama, some of the most popular and most watched shows from week-to-week depict the criminal investigation process. Some of these shows revolve around the courtroom. As viewers, we are able to hear about the crime and watch lawyers argue a case. Other shows take us inside the police station to see how law enforcement operate and solve cases. However, the general public’s interest in crime solving seemed to begin when a certain show came around that took us into the forensic lab and explained the intricacies of evidence, from fibers to DNA. From the first explanation of how evidence can make or break a case, the world was hooked. The world was so enthralled with crime investigation that our court system would soon
High profile cases, flawless police work, and only the most up to date technology, these traits every reality crime show such as CSI or Criminal Minds portray. While it is no surprise that this type of television show is among the most popular, the viewers are beginning to develop a skewed perspective of forensics in the real world. This new mindset is changing more than just the way people perceive science. The misunderstanding of science and technology has begun to lead to issues in the courtroom in real criminal trials. Jurors influenced by the appearance of perfect investigative science are demanding extensive testing that is unnecessary and extremely costly. Reality crime shows heighten juror expectations and force law enforcement officers
During the beginning stages of the Internet, many websites, programs, and computer software’s remained unprotected and extremely vulnerable. Although enacted in 1984, according to Rouse and Cole (n.d.), “the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) of 1986 is United States legislation that made it a federal crime to access a protected computer without proper authorization” (para. 1). At the same time, it was easy for high-school level programmers and hackers to essentially hack into websites due to the the level of needed-protection being so low. However, when the CFAA went into effect, Pfleeger, C., Pfleeger, S., and Margulies (2015) report that the CFAA prohibited “unauthorized access to a
As electronic commerce, online business-to-business operations, and global connectivity have become vital components of a successful business strategy, enterprises have adopted security processes and practices to protect information assets. But if you look at today's computing environments, system security is a horrible game of numbers: there are currently over 9,223 publicly released vulnerabilities covering known security holes in a massive range of applications from popular Operating Systems through to obscure and relatively unknown web applications. [01] Over 300 new vulnerabilities are being discovered and released each month. Most companies work diligently to maintain an efficient, effective security policy, implementing the latest products and services to prevent fraud, vandalism, sabotage, and denial of service attacks. But the fact is you have to patch every hole of your system, but an attacker need find only one to get into your environment. Whilst many organisations subscribe to major vendor's security alerts, these are just the tip of the security iceberg and even these are often ignored. For example, the patch for the Code Red worm was available some weeks before the worm was released. [02]
Network Security is the protection of the computer’s network though out the entire infrastructure. It can protect very important information and computer files to help prevent theft, spyware, malware, viruses, and more. Depending on if you have a public or private network, can determine what type of security settings you need for your network. All people are different on what they want to have secured or not, but most people do not know how to prevent people or things from getting in their network. “You must have a general understanding of security terminology and specifications as it relates to configuring hardware and software systems.”(Roberts, Richard M. 599). That quote states that by knowing and understanding security terms and specifics, you can
The use of computers in homes, schools, offices, and other places has increased in the past few years due to technological developments. As computers have become important components of modern communication, their increased use has also led to the emergence of computer crimes. Computer crimes basically involve the use of a computer system to carry out an illegal activity. In attempts to lessen the frequency and impact of computer crimes, law enforcement agencies use computer forensic to investigate these offenses. Actually, computer crimes are governed by specific laws and dealt with through conducting a computer forensic investigation (Easttom & Taylor, 2011, p.337). Notably, a computer forensic investigation is usually carried out through the use of computer forensic tools, which help in collection of evidence based on the specific offense.
We do have known what forensics is. Forensics that we know is an application of various sciences to answer questions that are important to legal system in which it may be related to a crime. Forensics generallu covering something or methods of a scientific nature and also the rules established from the facts of the event, to do an introduction to physical evidence. This is just a usual forensics. Nowadays, forensics is not just like that, digital devices are everywhere today, helping people to communicate with other people globally, not just between town. We can use that to do some forensics thing too, and find the evidence. It is called Digital Forensics.
Security is very important for many different reasons. A nation must insure their safety as a whole, as well as the persons living in the nation. It is equally important that the nation's economy is stable and growing. Security is something that every nation deals with, in many different ways. It is a way that nations come to together and create allies. However, it is also a way for nations to create enemies. There are a variety of concerns that require attention around the world including state security, human security, and economic security. Political and economic relations impact each of these security issues different proven by history and present events around the world.