COB4 Computer Crime
- 1. Objectives List measures to protect data from unauthorised access List precautions against virus attacks State examples of computer crimes List measures to prevent computer crimes
- 2. 4.1 Protecting Data Some data is important and must be protected Computers used more and more More data digitalised Computers being networked Better accessibility to users … … and criminals!
- 3. 4.1 Protecting Data Data Espionage: Identity Theft In the past, identity data mainly stored in paper or card form Identity thieves had to be physically present to steal it Identity data is now digitally stored and shared Theft can be carried out over connected the Internet!
- 4. 4.1 Protecting Data DoS (Denial-of-Service) Attack A massive attack Send a flood of data packages to a target system Bring systems or entire networks to a stand-still Carried out externally using Trojans or backdoor programs
- 6. 4.1 Protecting Data To ensure the security of data transfer Fix identity of a user Unique identification, systems, applications, services and resources
- 7. 4.2 Theft of Computers Stealing computers Effective way to steal data Jacking Difficult to cut open secured ATMs ATMs are located in busy area Impossible to cut ATMs open without attracting attention
- 8. 4.2 Theft of Computers Solutions to theft of computers Safety doors and alarm systems
- 9. 4.3 Malicious Programs Programs that are designed with ill intentions Types: Viruses, worms and Trojan Horses A Trojan Horse allows others to control your computer by creating a “backdoor” Names: NetBus and Back Orifice Can use your computer to attack other computers.
- 10. 4.3 Malicious Programs Precaution against Malicious Programs Install anti-virus and update software
- 11. 4.3 Malicious Programs Precaution against Malicious Programs (Cont’d) Back up data regularly If you suspect that your computer has been infected Disconnect your computer from the network and the Internet Search the Internet with another computer for solutions to remove the malicious program
- 12. 4.3 Malicious Programs Identity theft. Encryption. Denial-of-Service attack. Install and update anti-virus programs. Programs that are designed with ill intentions. Anti-virus software, regular data back-ups etc.
- 13. 4.4 Firewall A firewall A program Controls Access to your computer from the network Which programs from your computer can access the network
- 14. A program that scans your computer and seeks to remove any viruses present. It also stops viruses from being installed and activated. A program that controls access to/ from your computer from/ to the network 4.4 Firewall
- 15. 4.4 Firewall A firewall (Cont’d) Complements anti-virus software Alerts you of possible intrusion
- 16. 4.5 Protecting Your Data from Unauthorised Access How do you to prevent these situations?
- 17. 4.5 Protecting Your Data from Unauthorised Access Passwords Most common form of protection against unauthorised data access BIOS password Stored on the motherboard Another layer to the security Easily bypassed by removing the BIOS battery
- 18. 4.5 Protecting Your Data from Unauthorised Access
- 19. 4.5 Protecting Your Data from Unauthorised Access Passwords (Cont’d) Screensaver password Screensaver activated after a period of inactivity A password is needed to resume work
- 20. 4.5 Protecting Your Data from Unauthorised Access Encryption Complements password protection Encrypt highly confidential data especially Makes it difficult for anyone to try to read your data Important when using the Internet because your data can be accessible
- 21. Keep your PC under lock and key. Install safety locks, alarm systems etc. Password, data encryption etc. 4.5 Protecting Your Data from Unauthorised Access
- 22. 4.6 Hijacked/Misused Internet Accounts Prevention measures Change passwords frequently Avoid using simple passwords Do not share passwords Internet accounts can be hijacked if others get to know your account name and password
- 23. 4.7 Computer Crimes Computer crimes Acts performed using computers that Goes against the laws in a country Is the Internet Anonymous? People act irresponsibly on the Internet because they thought that nobody knows who they are But their identity on the Internet can be traced
- 24. 4.7 Computer Crimes Laws governing computer usage cover the following: Illegal or offensive material Child pornography Criminally racist material Hacking, cracking and other computer crimes Offensive e-mails Pirated software
- 25. 4.7 Computer Crimes Many international organisations formed to tackle computer crimes
- 26. 4.7 Computer Crimes An industry that produces programs to combat computer crimes has arisen
- 27. 4.7 Computer Crimes The laws in different countries Laws governing computer acts vary among countries New laws are being enacted to deal with new situations
- 28. 4.7 Computer Crimes Are computer crimes a serious threat? Computers are heavily relied upon By businesses In many critical areas Many disruptions if computers are not in order Computer crimes can spread at a very fast rate Financial losses from computer crimes are very high
- 29. Cracking Pirated software Child pornography 2 Heavy reliance on computers for critical functions, Fast proliferation of computer crimes High financial losses 4.7 Computer Crimes
- 30. Summary Security is important because some files contain confidential information. The loss or leakage of information may cause an organisation to lose a lot of money. To prevent PCs from being stolen, we can use a drive lock. Important data can be stored in an external hard disk that is kept away from your PC.
- 31. Summary Viruses, worms and Trojan Horses are types of malicious programs. 4.To protect against malicious viruses, install anti-virus programs. Also, back up important data regularly. A firewall can also help to detect viruses that might have escaped detection by the anti-virus software. 5. To prevent physical unauthorised access, use passwords such as a BIOS password and a screensaver password.
- 32. Summary Hacking and cracking are examples of computer crime. Crackers gain unauthorised access to a computer network to view, steal and even delete files. To prevent unauthorised access from the Internet, use a firewall.
- 33. Summary Apart from bringing convenience such as Internet banking and e-commerce, the Internet has become a tool for crime. We should be careful when giving out personal information, including credit card information, logins and passwords. Change passwords frequently and do not share passwords.