Information Communication Technology ICT – 8 Safety and security | e-Consult

Answer:

Here are three different types of hacking attacks, their potential impacts, and preventative measures:

• Malware Attacks (e.g., Viruses, Worms, Trojans):

  • Description: Malicious software designed to infiltrate a system and cause damage or gain unauthorized access.
  • Potential Impact: Data loss, system corruption, financial loss, reputational damage, disruption of services.
  • Preventative Measure: Implement and maintain up-to-date antivirus and anti-malware software. Regularly scan systems for threats.

• Phishing Attacks:

  • Description: Deceptive attempts to obtain sensitive information (usernames, passwords, credit card details) by disguising as a trustworthy entity in electronic communication.
  • Potential Impact: Data breaches, identity theft, financial loss, compromised accounts.
  • Preventative Measure: Educate users about phishing techniques. Implement email filtering and spam detection systems. Encourage users to verify sender authenticity before providing information.

• Denial-of-Service (DoS) Attacks:

  • Description: An attempt to disrupt online service by overwhelming a server with traffic, making it unavailable to legitimate users.
  • Potential Impact: Service outages, financial loss, reputational damage, inability of customers to access services.
  • Preventative Measure: Implement robust network security measures, including firewalls and intrusion detection systems. Use Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) to distribute traffic.