CB- Cybersecurity Basics Overview

Cybersecurity Basics

Introduction

Cybersecurity is the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks. Increased connectivity via the Internet of Things and reliance on computer devices to send and store data makes users more vulnerable to cyber-attacks.

In this module, you will examine and identify basic cybersecurity needs in society. 

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CIA Triad Lesson

In this lesson you will learn about the CIA triad and how it relates to cybersecurity.

Access Control Lesson

In this lesson you are able to identify the components of access control to understand its importance in society and understand the Importance of physical security.

 Strong Vs Weak Passwords Lesson

You will learn about ways your password can be vulnerable to attackers and techniques on creating a strong password.

Security Risk Management Lesson

In this lesson you will learn about the steps of security risk management to address threats.

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Cybersecurity- the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.

Confidentiality- the protection of information from people who are not authorized to view it.

Integrity- Ensures that information is protected from unauthorized or unintentional alteration.

Availability- the assurance that systems and data are accessible by authorized users when and where needed.

Access Control- Selective restriction of access to a place or other resource.

Authorization- Permission to access a resource

Cybersecurity Risk Management- the continuous process of identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and addressing an organization’s cybersecurity threats.

Physical Security- Security measures that are designed to deny unauthorized access to facilities, equipment and resources and to protect personnel and property from damage or harm.

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