Describe Cybersecurity Threats, Protection and Prevention by Norzahirah Binti Zainuddin

norzahirah — 2025-03-20 05:50:31 UTC

Describe Cybersecurity Threats, Protection and Prevention

norzahirah — 2025-03-20 05:51:17 UTC

norzahirah — 2025-03-20 05:53:08 UTC

Here are some common examples of cybersecurity threats:

Malware: Malicious software designed to harm or exploit devices. This includes viruses, worms, ransomware, and spyware[1].
Phishing: Fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communications[2].
Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attacks: Attacks that overwhelm a network or system, making it unavailable to users[2].
Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks: Intercepting and altering communication between two parties without their knowledge[3].
SQL Injection: Inserting malicious SQL code into a database query to manipulate or steal data[2].
Social Engineering: Manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information[3].
Zero-Day Exploits: Attacks that exploit unknown vulnerabilities in software before they can be patched[2].

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2025-03-20 06:28:25 UTC

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2025-03-22 16:36:06 UTC

Cybersecurity threats encompass various malicious activities aimed at compromising systems, networks,and data while protection and prevention involve implementing measures to safeguard against these threats, including strong passwords, firewalls,and security awareness training..