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EntryLevel #6weekstotech #challenge #cybersecurityforbeginners #day5 Hello linkedln family, here are what I learnt on day 5 of my #6weekstotech #challenge . Today is about security vulnerabilities: vulnerabilities are incidents waiting to happen that needed to be addressed before it's late. Security vulnerabilities are weaknesses in system and software that can be exploited by cybercriminals to gain unauthorised access, steal data or cause other harm. Why do we need to identify these vulnerabilities? it's important to identify these vulnerabilities for the following reasons: 👉 For better approach in protecting data and system 👉 To reduce the risk of data breach 👉 To improve compliance with law and regulations 👉 To avoid exposure to legal penalties 👉 To improve incident response plan. The different type of vulnerabilities are: 🤜 Security Misconfiguration 🤜 Outdated software and Unpatched system 🤜 Injection Vulnerabilities 🤜 Zero day Vulnerabilities To defend system against exploitation of vulnerabilities, Patch management practice is required, this practise involves identifying, acquiring, testing, and deploying Software update to address vulnerabilities and security flaws. The key components of patch management are: 👍 Vulnerabilities Detection 👍 Patch Polarisation 👍 Testing and Development 👍 Verification and Monitoring For best practice of patch management, it is advisable to use automated tools to streamline vulnerabilities, scanning, downloading and deployment. It was another day to increase my knowledge in the tech space and reskill myself. If you're interested in learning more about cybersecurity, I highly recommend this course. You can find more details and enrol here: https://lnkd.in/dmp9vhGU. Please share your thoughts. I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences on cybersecurity. Thank you! #EntryLevel #Cybersecurity #6weekstoTech

EntryLevel #6weekstotech Challenge #Day6: Cybersecurity Frontlines:- Identifying and Combating Digital Threats Greetings LinkedIn Family, Today, I went on a mission to delve deeper into the common cyber threats and attacks that challenge our digital security. 🕵️♂️ It's like being a sentinel, inspecting the ramparts for weaknesses before an attack. Here's what I've learned: Malware Mechanics: I explored the sinister world of malware, understanding its various forms and the ways they infect, from malicious downloads to exploiting remote vulnerabilities. 👨💻 Social Engineering Schemes: I learned about the art of deception used in social engineering, where cybercriminals manipulate human psychology rather than hacking systems. 🕵️♀️ DDoS Dynamics: I examined how DDoS attacks flood networks, like a siege on a fortress, aiming to bring down services by overwhelming them with traffic. 🌊 Insider Threat Insights: The module highlighted the risks posed by insider threats, reminding us that not all dangers come from outside. 👤 Proactive Measures: Verification Protocols: I've understood the importance of strict verification protocols to prevent fraudulent activities. 🚦 Educational Empowerment: Training employees to recognize and report suspicious activities is crucial in building a human firewall. 🤔 Multi-Factor Authentication: Implementing MFA is a non-negotiable practice in securing accounts against unauthorized access. 🔒 By sharing my experience with my LinkedIn family, I hope to inspire collective resilience against the ever-evolving cyber threats. Together, we can strengthen our digital security. 💪 https://lnkd.in/dmp9vhGU #onlinethreats #digitalsecurity #networksecurity #malwaredetection #socialengineering #DDoS #insiderthreats #MFA #humanfirewall #CybersecurityAwareness #DigitalDefense #Day6Learning

EntryLevel #6weekstotech #challenge #cybersecurityforbeginners #day6 Hello linkedln family, here are what I learnt on day 5 of my #6weekstotech #challenge . Today is about Malware Mashing and Phishing Frenzy: Malware mashing is about malware analysis. There are two methods of analysing malware, these are manual methods and automated methods. Basic manual malware analysis process are: 👉 Preparation phase 👉 Static analysis 👉 Dynamic analysis 👉 Post analysis clean up this analysis is usually carried out in a virtual environment. Automated malware analysis is the use of online tools such as VirusTotal to examine potentially harmful files. The process is as follows: 👉 Collect the malware sample 👉 visit the automated malware analysis platform 👉 Upload the files 👉 Review results 👉 Act on results Here are some guidelines that protect you against Malware 👉 Regular Software update 👉 User education 👉 Use of Multilayer Security 👉 Backups. Phishing attack is a type of cyber attack that uses social engineering tactics to steal sensitive information from victims. example of phishing is fake email. Suspicious email can be investigated by: 👉 Analyse the email content 👉 Verify the Legitimacy of the link or attachments 👉 Collect information from the email 👉 Check email headers 👉 Act on the results To guide against phishing attack, here are some best practices 🤘 Stay informed about known phishing attacks and methods 🤘 Enable two-factors authentication which are Knowledge Factor and Possession Factor 🤘 Set your security software to automatic update 🤘 Regularly update your web browser, installed software and operating system to ensure you have the latest security features. See you in next class The task of increasing my TECH knowledge continues If you're interested in learning more about cybersecurity, I highly recommend this course. You can find more details and enrol here: https://lnkd.in/dmp9vhGU. Please share your thoughts. I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences on cybersecurity. Thank you! #EntryLevel #Cybersecurity #6weekstoTech

In my six weeks of learning about cybersecurity for beginners, I've come to see how important it is to keep our digital world safe. Each day, I learned something new, from the basics to more advanced techniques. It wasn't always easy, but now I have a better understanding of how to protect our online information. I'm grateful for the knowledge I've gained and excited to keep learning more about cybersecurity.

EntryLevel #6weekstotech #challenge #cybersecurityforbeginners #day4 Hello linkedln family, here are what I learnt on day 4 of my #6weekstotech #challenge . Today I learnt about Common CyberThreats and Attacks such as Malware, Social Engineering, DDoS Attacks, Insider Threats, Supply Chains Attacks, and Web Application Attacks. Maiware means Malicious Software which is the umbrella name for any malicious program or code that are harmful to systems. examples are Virus, Worm, Trojan, Adware, Spyware, Rootkit, Ransomeware, and Cryptominer. The most intriguing part of my learning today is learning about social engineering as a tactic used by cybercriminals to manipulate people into sharing confidential information or taking action that compromise their security. tactics used in social engineering are; Phishing, Baiting, Pretexting, and Quid Pro Quo. Distributed Denial - 0f - service (DDoS) Attack is another form of cyberattack that is aimed at disrupting the normal traffic of a targeted server, services or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. Also, there is insider threat which can be categories as Intentional and unintentional insider threat. this is when an authorised person maliciously use their access to affect the organisation knowingly or unknowingly. There are also Supply chain attack and Web application attack. Each day is bringing me closer to the purpose of registering for this course. If you're interested in learning more about cybersecurity, I highly recommend this course. You can find more details and enrol here: https://lnkd.in/dmp9vhGU. Please share your thoughts. I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences on cybersecurity. Thank you! #EntryLevel #Cybersecurity #6weekstoTech