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Cyber-security Breaches, 2007.
A review of recent case studies of cyber-security breaches in the USA.
4,069 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 109.95
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This paper reviews and discusses various recent cyber-security breaches in the USA. The paper discusses each event, the method used to breach the cyber-security and the response. The paper focuses primarily on the case of Moonlight Maze, one of the most infamous cyber-attacks which occurred in the late 1990s.
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"The hackers were apparently working from a location in Russia, though this could not be definitively established due to the nature of the infiltration. All that is known for certain is that the hack into Department of Defense computers had been going on for more than a year and that it is entirely unclear how much information was made off with during that time. This is due in part to the fact that in addition to raiding information directly from the Pentagon, the hackers also used that point of entry to enter other sensitive systems throughout the US government. These included networks at nuclear research labs associated with the Energy Department, NASA, and numerous university research facilities (Drogin, 1999). Investigators reiterate that the attackers obtained no known classified information, but the general uncertainty surrounding Moonlight Maze makes this claim dubious at best."
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Information Systems Security, 2004.
A discussion on the negative consequences to an organisation that suffers a major security breach to a core information system.
3,677 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 23 sources, MLA, $ 102.95
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This paper discusses information systems (IS) security and focuses on three areas relating to IS security. These three sections cover the possible impact a major information security breach has on an organisation, the security frameworks an organisation should adopt to protect and information system and describe the OCTAVE risk based strategic assessment and planning technique specifically designed for information systems security.
Outline
Introduction
Information System Security Breaches ? Impacts on Organisation
Information Systems Security Framework
OCTAVE and Information Systems Security
Bibliography
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"Information systems (IS) security is challenging most organisations in the world today. As organisations recognise the importance of information to compete and be successful in business, an increase in security awareness to protect this information has also followed. As a greater reliance has been placed of information systems by organisations, the need to protect IS systems have never been so relevant as they are today. Highly publicised security breaches have made organisations realise how this can affect business, particularly when it relates to confidential, financial and personal information."
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Privacy and Security - Major Fears of Computer Users, 2002.
This paper tackles the issues of privacy and security with regards to computing technology, discussing such topics as passwords, identity theft and company abuse.
4,870 words (approx. 19.5 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 124.95
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In today's technological world it is vital for everyone to be aware of the threats that we face. This paper provides an overview of two major fears that computer users have with regards to computing technology: Privacy and Security. Illustrations of how privacy and security are being abused and breached are provided throughout the paper. It also discuss ways of protecting ourselves from abuses in privacy and security.
I. Introduction
II. Fears over Security
A. Data Security
B. Passwords And Physical Security
III. Fears over Privacy
A. Identity theft
B. Abuse by companies
IV. What needs to be done
V. Conclusion
VI. Works Cited
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"Visualize a world without cars, a world without telephones, and a world without television. Without these technologies we, as a society, would be almost paralyzed. We would have difficulty to move, difficulty to communicate, and difficulty to get information. It is thus apparent how fundamental technology is to the survival of our civilization. Technology is an integral part of our society. It is in the movies we watch. It is in the food we eat. It is all over the world that we live in. It encompasses everything that forms our lives. Technology is important because of the basic fact that it brings about tremendous benefits to mankind. Thus, with all these conveniences and advantages that technology brings to us it is difficult to imagine a world without it."
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Post 9-11 Security and Privacy in IT, 2005.
Examines whether privacy and security in information technology have any future after September 11, 2001. Presents an EU and non-EU perspective.
21,000 words (approx. 84.0 pages), 300 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper examines not only the data protection instruments but also encompasses various breaches, recognitions and provisions for the interests of national security that over-weighs/surpass dangers to individual privacy in information technology. Chapter 2 deals with the erosion of privacy rights due to Sept 11, and amounts to probably the most significant issue in recent history, as information privacy rights have been recognized for controlling the dissemination and use of data. Chapter 3 has a comprehensive analysis that everyone has the right to be protected under the law and no one shall be subjected to arbitrary interference with his privacy, family, home, or correspondence. Chapter 4 studies means of private communications without the consent of the sender or receiver and deals with breaches of privacy. Chapter 5 reviews data protection instruments in EU and non-EU horizons. Chapter 6 elucidates shocking revelations against terror and a flurry of virus activity resulting in personal data of Arab males being made available to the police to protect data against the war on terrorism. Chapter 7 states the balance between privacy and security risks and suggests that privacy-invasive measures adopted have not been as effective in enhancing security as originally intended. Hence they should not be construed as rivals but rather two sides of the same coin. In Chapter 8, systematic surveillance of the citizen in both the physical and virtual worlds after September 11, 2001 is discussed in detail. In Chapter 9, the war on terrorism by the United States and its allies as well as the discussion and measures about the ways in which the world has changed is dealt with. Chapter 10 details the cooperation and mutual assistance in EU-US law enforcement, namely human trafficking, immigration, and refugees, visas, biometrics and passports, etc.
Chapter 11 addresses security concerns raised in the aftermath of the September 11 attack and interrelated issues involving the movement of people, security at the border and in the skies and various security models/gadgets as well. Chapter 12 gives details of how and why a fund was created for the compensation of victims of Sept 11. Chapter 13, last but not least, wraps up various issues discussed earlier and answers unanswered questions from the introduction.
Table of Contents:
1. Introduction
2. Individual Privacy and Personal Information
3. Legal Recognition of Privacy
4. Infringements of Individual Privacy
5. Data Protection Instruments in EU and non-EU Horizons
6. Data Protection and War against Terror
7. Privacy-Security Analysis
8. Improvement in Technologies in US and in EU
9. Provisions of National Security, EU-Non EU Measures
10. Cooperation and Mutual Assistance in EU-US Law Enforcement
11. Crime and Security in the Aftermath of Sep, 11
12. September 11 Victim Compensation Fund (VCF)
13. Conclusion and Suggestions
14. Bibliography
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"Privacy rights have always been something of a stepchild in the family of constitutional rights. Although interpreted by the courts to be one of our fundamental rights, it is not mentioned by name anywhere in the Constitution or its amendments because it is a passive right. Felt only when absent, it tends to get less attention. This is why it became the first constitutional right in the post-September 11 execution line. Whatever the case, we should all be concerned that what has happened to privacy can also happen to other rights. There is always tension in the system, but it was designed that way, and generally we do a good job of balancing the desires of the state with the liberties of the people."
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Airport Security, 2004.
Airport security in the United States - is it effective or are they just there to make us "feel" safe?
1,252 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This research paper examines the statistics and incidents post-September 11th in which their have been security breaches on aircrafts allowing weapons to be brought on board. Also on the basis of the information and facts presented, predictions about the future of airline security are made.
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"Terrorism has now and for years past been a word that strikes fear deep into people's hearts. Webster's Dictionary defines terrorism as mass-organized ruthlessness (323). In Zafar Siddiqui's article, "Terrorism statistics just do not add up", he states, "The State Department says that from 1996-2000 there were 676 terrorist incidents directed at the U.S. worldwide," (Siddiqui). Remember, that fact on terrorism is only about incidents directed at the United States and does not include terrorism directed at other countries. "On September 11th, 2001, hijackers rammed jetliners into each of New York's World Trade Center towers, toppling both in a hellish storm of ash, glass, smoke and leaping victims," (Jones). After September 11th, security at all major airports was increased. Though, post-September 11th one is left to ask, can our present security measures really deter weapons from being brought on our airplanes?"
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Online Banking and Security, 2005.
A discussion about internet security and the relative risks involved in online banking.
3,024 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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The literature presented in this paper shows that the online banking service is vulnerable to attacks from Internet-savvy hackers and thieves. The paper argues that it is not totally safe to perform online banking and bases this opinion on the facts as presented in the body of literature available. It explains that the most important thing a customer can do - and banks can do - is stay informed and utilize cutting edge security systems, including virus scans and virus removers. Another important thing a customer should do is make sure that he or she is protected against financial loss, in particular if the bank is responsible for the breach in security. It concludes that if a bank refuses to offer written contractual assurance against Internet theft as a result of flaws in its server or other technologies, a customer would be wise to change banks.
Security on the Web - What are the Key Issues for Major Banks?
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Introduction
The Internet's History
Online Banking: The Problems, the Concerns, and the Possible Solutions
Cyber Corruption
Conclusion
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"The age of digital technology - email, Web-driven high-speed communication and information, online commerce, and more - has been in place now for several years, and has been touted as a "revolutionary" technological breakthrough, and for good reason: This technology presents enormous new business opportunities. For example, by moving the key element of marketing and sales from local and regional strategies onto the global stage, and by providing dramatically improved customer convenience, the Web offers medium, small and large companies - including banks - unlimited growth potential."
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Security Vulnerability and Incident Reporting, 2001.
A discussion of this highly debated area in the IT industry with potential conclusions to provide a balanced solution.
1,170 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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Both Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and retailers with an Internet presence have struggled over how and when to release information to the public regarding security vulnerabilities and/or security breaches. This paper examines this debate and provides a potential conclusion.
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"In the modern age of information technology, security services and solutions are at the core of any organization?s or Independent Software Vendor?s (ISV) information technology strategy. Security is a baseline and absolute requirement for maintenance of an IT solution, yet it is often also one of the most difficult and dynamic components that IT managers have to contend with. In the past several years, reports of security vulnerabilities and associated attacks have reached ever increasing levels. Interestingly, most attacks occur after security vulnerability has been reported and a patch made available by an ISV."
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Information Technology Security, 2007.
An analysis of information technology security and steps to be taken to prevent its breach.
895 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper discusses various concepts regarding information technology security. Specifically, it focuses on denial of service (DOS) attacks and describes measure that can be taken by Internet community members to prevent them. It then looks at digital certificates and signatures and what steps the sender and receiver must take in order to send or receive a digital signature. The paper concludes by discussing cryptographic systems.
Table of Contents:
DOS Attacks
Digital Certificates
Digital Signatures
SSL/TLS and PPTP as Cryptographic Systems
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"In the security triad of confidentiality, integrity and availability, extreme implementation to any one of the three will render the two others as weak. Hence, if too much emphasis is put on security by protecting the level of confidentiality availability and integrity of the system will be compromised. If users are given too much access (availability) to the system, then confidentiality will suffer. Although weak cryptographic protocols, SSL/TLS and PPTP are still widely used because they are easy to deploy and implementation is simpler. If the system being protected is not highly confidential, then these three protocols are enough to serve its purpose. For more secure systems, newer and more advanced systems (more difficult to implement) must be used to attain the required level of security."
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Internet Security, 2004.
This paper discusses that the battle between Internet thieves and Internet administrators, which has been going on for many years, since the beginning of the Internet from the 1940s.
3,840 words (approx. 15.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 105.95
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This paper explains that the security problems of the Internet largely are due to the design structure of the Internet; there is no central hub to control information and thus no rules on regulation. The author believes the government finds itself incapable of passing any sort of control measures on the use of the Internet because the users have all the power to control or regulate user discipline. The paper stress that, to find and assess Internet security involving hackers and breakers-in, partnerships within the concerned industry must be formed, whereby, each partner helps the other in case of a breach in security.
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"It was originally known as ?Darpanet? and was a defense device to aid the Government in the eventuality of a nuclear war. The defense personnel used this Darpanet to communicate messages between the various Government networks. The later form of this type of communication came to be known as the ?net? or the ?Internet.? Now there are more than 30 million users from all over the world, and there are more than 40 million sites on the Internet. From its humble beginning when the connection was given to universities in America, to the present day when connections are given to small businesses, to Internet Service Providers, and to individual users, the Internet has indeed come a long way. The Internet can now be accessed by any number of users, both private and public, and the service is offered by a large number of Internet providers."
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Network Security: Problems and Solutions, 2002.
An in-depth examination about how businesses are easy targets for hackers into their network - and what they can do to protect themselves.
10,024 words (approx. 40.1 pages), 27 sources, MLA, $ 202.95
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This paper examines the issues surrounding computer network security, exploring the ways in which a business computer system can be protected from breaches that occur without permission of the owner of that system. The paper explains that many breaches are either simply for the technical challenge of doing so or because a ?hacker? wishes to gain information from that system or to disrupt the work being done by that system. While some hacking is relatively harmless in intent, a great deal of it is highly destructive, or even potentially disastrous. At the highest levels ? hacking into the nation?s defense system, for example ? hacking could be catastrophic. The writer shows that there are a number of ways in which computers can be protected. This paper examines examples of breaches, and of critical safeguards that have proven effective or so promise while in development.
Introduction, Overview
Literature Review: Damage Done and the Continuing Danger
Type of Study
Solutions to Problems
Summary and Conclusion
References
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"Hacking ? and other computer crimes related to uninvited intrusion ? have become a part of both our daily lives and a part of our popular culture. While in the former it is often extremely harmful, in the latter it is often depicted either as good clean fun or as part of the arsenal of those fighting the so-called good fight. This paper examines the ways in which a computer network can be kept secure through the use of a number of both high tech and very low-tech strategies. After defining the problem and looking at the background of this issue, this paper looks at a real-world example of hacking ?. and the price that is paid ? and, in addition, the strategies needed to avoid the pitfalls of intrusive access and attacks on network systems."
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Cyber Attacks, 2006.
A discussion regarding data security issues, such as cyber attacks, hacking and phishing, facing companies today.
1,707 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper takes a look at data security, an extremely serious issue in today's technological world. The paper discusses how data security is perhaps the most vital component in any business or industry desiring to retain a secure and advantageous position in the market.
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Introduction
Data Security Breaches: Attacks and Counterattacks
Attacks
Counterattacks and Features
Conclusion
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"Backups and CDs where the confidential files are saved have become one of the favorite attacking and breeding grounds for crackers because if these backups are updated on the deletions but include all the latest versions being used, then the hacking or access to these backups could be more fatal. A factor leading this trend is the increased security in the server database (Committee on Computing and Communications, 2005). Another important thing to note is that tangible backups kept by a company are far more easier to reach and thus at risk to being stolen by crackers in order to get hold of the sensitive data; which is why their security is as important as software and data stored on the computer. In addition, eavesdropping, i.e. interfering and interpreting encrypting data during its transfer, and its decoding, is emerging as another highly utilized hacking application. Another most common hacking application used currently is to construct a decoy website for an evidently "account information" renewal, a.k.a. as "Phishing" that can easily turn out to be a trap a hole to get into the system and acquire data (Committee on Computing and Communications, 2005). "
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Cyber Crime, 2008.
A cyber crime policy analysis.
3,121 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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Cyber crime is one of the most prevalent and most popular rising crimes being committed today. Law enforcement agencies are struggling to keep up with technology and constantly bump into roadblocks to help them stop this growing crime. This paper attempts to analyze current policy and implement policy recommendations that will aid law enforcement officials to police cyber crime. The paper maintains that, while September 11 shifted America's focus from cyber crime to cyber-terrorism, the facts show that cyber crime is far more dangerous to the American public and the economy.
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Abstract
What is Cybercrime?
Types of Cybercrime: Identity Theft
Types of Cybercrime: Child Pornography and Sexual Solicitation Types of Cybercrime: Organized Crime
Challenges for Law Enforcement Management
Challenges and Current Policy
Statistics
National Strategy to Secure Cyberspace
Improving the way Law Enforcement Identifies and Investigates Cyber Crime
How to Prevent Cybercrime
Conclusion
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"One aspect of cybercrime is the ability for sex offenders to prey upon unsuspecting individuals over the internet. American's must remember people are not always who they appear to be. One of the critical topics discussed at the White House Conference was the growing threat of cyber-predators. Nearly 30 million children and youth go online annually and 75% of children between the ages of 14 and 17 use the internet. Research by the University of New Hampshire found that one in five children between the ages of 10 and 17 received a sexual solicitation over the Internet in the last year. One in 33 received an aggressive solicitation - a solicitor who asked to meet them somewhere; called them on the telephone; or sent them regular mail, money, or gifts. The Internet is a tremendous educational resource for parents, teachers, and children. Parental, private sector, and government efforts are continuing to improve online child safety and will help make the Internet a safer and ever more valuable tool for children. "
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Cyber Crime, 2005.
A discussion of the growing problem of cyber crime and a review of a website that provides important information on cyber crime.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 39.95
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This paper reviews the http://www.cybercrime.gov/ website, which serves as a repository for information on cyber crime. The paper looks at the increased recognition of cyber crime as a serious threat as well as laws that have been passed to combat cyber crime. The paper also provides an overall evaluation of the website that is very favorable.
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"Combatting the global cyber crime pandemic is becoming an increasingly urgent issue, as identity theft and spyware are occurring with alarming frequency. Early instances of cyber crime found individuals, corporations and law enforcement unprepared, uninformed and immobilized to address cyber crime responsively. This resulted in victims suffering long drawn-out battles to regain their identities. With no guidelines to assist them, many victims endured frustrating battles that yielded little benefit. Corporations likewise faced many obstacles in their uncharted course to recover from data theft and..."
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Cyber-Terrorism, 2007.
An overview and analysis of the threat posed by cyber-terrorism.
2,627 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper examines how computers can be used as tools by terrorists and how terrorists can target computers and computer networks in acts of terrorism. The paper contends that the information technology revolution has made both public and private sector computer systems and networks more vulnerable to attacks. It also asserts that the increased dependence on computer systems also makes cyber-terrorism a more menacing threat.
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Introduction
Cyber-Terrorism
The Threat posed by Cyber-Terrorism
Devastating Potential Consequences of Cyber-Terrorism in the Wake of the Information Technology Revolution
Securing the Nation Against Cyber-Terrorism
Conclusion
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"According to Theofrastous (2003) the conventional threats associated with attacks to America's IT infrastructure are well-known. However, there are now more sophisticated threats that involve the attacking of the IT infrastructure using unconventional means (Theofrastous 2003). The author points out that from an e-commerce standpoint, the new IT structure involves both business to consumer and business to business contexts (Theofrastous 2003). These contexts have encouraged the establishment of standardization in several important areas including the authentication of electronic transaction and antifraud measures (Theofrastous 2003). "
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