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The key takeaways are that cyber security is important to protect online data and information from increasing security threats. As more people get connected to the internet, security issues are also rising.

The word CYBER is a combining form relating to information technology, the Internet, and virtual reality.

Major security problems discussed include viruses, hackers, malware, trojan horses and password cracking.

Introduction To

Cyber Security
Amit Kumar Gupta
Course=Bca
Sec=‘A’
Introduction
 The term cyber security is used to refer to the
security offered through on-line services to
protect your online information.

 With an increasing amount of people getting


connected to Internet, the security threats that
cause massive harm are increasing also.
What is the What is the need of
meaning of the Cyber Security
word CYBER

How to
implement and
What are the maintain
security problems Security of a
in Cyber field Cyber field
around us.
Meaning of the Word CYBER
 It is a combining form relating to information
technology, the Internet, and virtual reality.
Need of cyber security
 Cyber security is necessary since it helps in
securing data from threats such as data theft or
misuse, also safeguards your system from viruses.
Major security problems
 Virus

 Hacker

 Malware

 Trojan horses

 Password cracking
Viruses and Worms
 A Virus is a “program that is loaded onto your
computer without your knowledge and runs
against your wishes
Solution
 Install a security suite that protects the computer
against threats such as viruses and worms.
Hackers

 In common a hacker is a person who breaks


into computers, usually by gaining access to
administrative controls.
Types of Hackers

 White Hat Hacker

 Grey Hat Hacker

 Black Hat Hacker


How To prevent hacking

 It may be impossible to prevent computer hacking,


however effective security controls including strong
passwords, and the use of firewalls can helps.
Malware
 The word "malware" comes from the term
"MALicious softWARE."
 Malware is any software that infects and damages a
computer system without the owner's knowledge or
permission.
To Stop Malware

 Download an anti-malware
program that also
helps prevent infections.

 Activate Network Threat


Protection,
Firewall, Antivirus.
Trojan Horses

 Trojan horses are


email viruses that can
duplicate themselves,
steal information, or
harm the computer
system.
 These viruses are the
most serious threats to
computers
How to Avoid Trojans

 Security suites,
such as Avast
Internet Security,
will prevent you
from downloading
Trojan Horses.
Password Cracking
 Password attacks are attacks by hackers that are able
to determine passwords or find passwords to different
protected electronic areas and social network sites.
Securing Password
 Use always Strong password.
 Never use same password for two different sites.
Cyber Security Is Everyone’s Responsibility
Cyber Security Strategy – India
• Security Policy, Legal Framework
– IT Act, 2000
– IT (Amendment) Bill, 2006 – Data Protection & Computer crimes

• Capacity building
– Skill & Competence development

• Research and Development


– Cyber Monitoring
– Network Security

• International Collaboration
India stands 10th in the cyber
crime in the world
THANKYOU

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