1. Network security threats

2. NETWORK SECURITY THREATS
In computer security a threat is a possible danger that might exploit a vulnerability to breach security and therefore cause possible harm.

3. Click the shield to begin
Security Threat
Click the shield to begin
MEMORY QUIZ

4. PHISHING Trojan Hacking Data Theft Virus Eavesdropping Phishing
THREATS
Click the threat that matches the clue in the image.
Trojan
Hacking
Data Theft
Virus
Eavesdropping
PHISHING
Phishing

5. HACKING Trojan Hacking Data Theft Virus Eavesdropping Phishing THREATS
Click the threat that matches the clue in the image.
Trojan
Hacking
Data Theft
Virus
Eavesdropping
HACKING
Phishing

6. VIRUS Trojan Hacking Data Theft Virus Eavesdropping Phishing THREATS
Click the threat that matches the clue in the image.
Trojan
Hacking
Data Theft
Virus
Eavesdropping
VIRUS
Phishing

7. TROJAN Trojan Hacking Data Theft Virus Eavesdropping Phishing THREATS
Click the threat that matches the clue in the image.
Trojan
Hacking
Data Theft
Virus
Eavesdropping
TROJAN
Phishing

8. EAVESDROPPING Trojan Hacking Data Theft Virus Eavesdropping Phishing
THREATS
Click the threat that matches the clue in the image.
Trojan
Hacking
Data Theft
Virus
Eavesdropping
EAVESDROPPING
Phishing

9. DATA THEFT Trojan Hacking Data Theft Virus Eavesdropping Phishing
THREATS
Click the threat that matches the clue in the image.
Trojan
Hacking
Data Theft
Virus
Eavesdropping
DATA THEFT
Phishing

10. Identify the threat that the definition best describes
A piece of code which is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data ________
The attempt to obtain financial or other confidential information from Internet users, typically by sending an that looks as if it is from a legitimate organization. _____________________
A type of malware that is often disguised as legitimate software or advertisement that seems appealing. _____________________
An unauthorized intrusion into a computer or a network.____________
Unauthorized real-time interception of a private communication, such as a phone call, instant message, videoconference. _____________________
The act of stealing computer-based information from an unknowing victim with the intent of compromising privacy or obtaining confidential information___________________________

11. Network security measures

12. Click the shield to begin
Security
Click the shield to begin
MEMORY QUIZ

13. FIREWALL Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
FIREWALL
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

14. LOCKS Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall Password
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
LOCKS
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

15. BIOMETRICS Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
BIOMETRICS
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

16. PASSWORD Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
PASSWORD
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

17. PRIVATE FILTERS Locks Encryption Private Filters Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filters
Anti-Virus
Firewall
PRIVATE FILTERS
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

18. ANTI-VIRUS Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
ANTI-VIRUS
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

19. ENCRYPTION Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
ENCRYPTION
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

20. ANTI-SPYWARE Locks Encryption Private Filtering Anti-Virus Firewall
Click the security measure that matches the clue in the image.
SECURITY
Locks
Encryption
Private Filtering
Anti-Virus
Firewall
ANTI-SPYWARE
Password
Biometrics
Anti-spyware

21. IT’S TIME TO RESEARCH
Your task is to research the meaning of each security measure term!
You can perform advance search by extending your criteria, using operators, in the search bar

22. Performing advanced search
You can perform advanced search by using various criteria, such as
Selecting your search engine (one other than Google)
Indicate the file type you wish to access
You could specify the country
Year
Imagine you wish to search for computer security measures. Instead of typing the keywords “Computer security measures” in the search box, you could be more specific, for example
Computer security measures + doc
This means that you wish to view a DOCUMENT file posted in 2017

23. In the image below, I used ‘Dogpile’ search engine, and at performed advanced search using the ‘+’ operator.

24. Identify the security measure that the definition best describes
A software designed to detect and destroy computer viruses. _________________
The process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access. _________________________
A network security system designed to prevent unauthorized access to or from a private network. _____________________________
A type of program designed to prevent and detect unwanted program installations which are hidden on the user’s computer without his/her knowledge ____________
A feature that enables you to block you from malicious websites _______________
A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain admission to a place a computer system __________
The analysis of facial features or patterns for the authentication or recognition of an individuals identity. _______________________
A mechanism for keeping a door, window, lid, or container fastened, typically operated by a key.

25. Write the answers in your notebook.
For each threat, recommend TWO ideal security measure that will prevent or mitigate such threat. Justify your answer.
Threat
Security
Justification
Phishing
Anti-spyware
Privacy filters
Anti-spyware will prevent unknown applications stealing personal information.
Privacy filters will guard against personal information being read by onlookers.
Hacking
Virus
Trojan
Eavesdropping
Data theft
Write the answers in your notebook.