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This is a very general statement because many things are in fact, computer security risks. The foremost risk would probably come from malicious code like Viruses, Spyware, and Trojan horses. These can be infected on a system or number of systems through exploits in operating system software or web browsing software. Also a common trend is a technique known as "phishing" where a spammer will send an email that looks like its from someone else and by clicking on a link/opening an attachment you may be downloading malware.
Some forms of malware can "phone home" back to the attacker which is how bot-nets are created which can be used to take down entire websites or be used as a launchpad to send lots of spam.
The biggest computer security risk is actually the user behind the computer in most cases. That is why it is important to practice safe internet habits and keep virus protection up to date.
For more information visit www.microsoft.com and search security.
A risk is a vulnerability that could allow loss of confidentiality, integrity, or availability of computer services and where there is a possibility of the vulnerability being exploited. All the items the first poster listed fit this description, but there are also other areas. Broadly, the sources of risks can be natural (like power surges, floods, fires, hurricanes, etc.) or man-made. The man-made can be both intentional (hackers, thieves, spammers etc.) and unintentional (coding mistakes, mistyping, loss of data storage media).
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∙ 15y agoany event or action that could cause a loss or damage to computer hardware, software, data, information, or processing capability.
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∙ 14y agoThe risk of leakage of authenticated data on the network by the attack of hackers
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∙ 12y agoAny unwanted intrusion from malware to hacking.
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∙ 10y agomeans computer got virus, less than 24 hours till total takeover and all data corrupted
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Is a computer virus considered a security risk?
Yes, most of the computer virus have security threat to the infected computer. If your computer has been infected with virus, you should remove it quickly.
User habits that creates computer security risk?
anyone can answer this? thanks!
What has the author John McCumber written?
John McCumber has written: 'Assessing and managing security risk in IT systems' -- subject(s): Computer security, Data protection, Risk assessment, OverDrive, Computer Technology, Nonfiction
What has the author Thomas R Peltier written?
Thomas R. Peltier has written: 'Policies & procedures for data security' -- subject(s): Electronic data processing departments, Security measures, Computer security 'Complete Guide to CISM Certification' 'Information security fundamentals' -- subject(s): Computer security, Data protection, Computer Technology, Nonfiction, OverDrive 'Information security risk analysis' -- subject(s): Computer networks, Security measures, Computer security, Risk assessment 'Information Security Fundamentals On-line Self-study Course'
Is the computer security vulnerability at risk?
"Yes, all computer security are vulnerable to risks like the Trojan and other computer viruses or spams. If you want to protect your computer, you need to buy antivirus soft-wares."
What has the author J A T Pritchard written?
J. A. T. Pritchard has written: 'Computer security' -- subject(s): Computer security, Electronic data processing departments, Security measures 'Introduction to On-line system' 'Security in communications systems' -- subject(s): Computer networks, Data transmission systems, Security measures 'Risk management in action' -- subject(s): Auditing, Electronic data processing departments, Risk management, Security measures
Do you have to buy computer security?
Computer Security is a necessary part of owning a computer. If you are surfing the internet, unfortunately, there will be some malicious content on there. Without some degree of Internet and/or Computer Security, your computer is at risk of infection, and the potential of Identity Theft is quite high. Personally, I would recommend McAfee or Kaspersky - both very good Computer Security suites. If you combine Zone Alarm with AVG (Or Avast), you get free protection from hackers and viruses.
Does cloud computing present a security risk for Canadian businesses?
Any use of computer services involves a risk. But then, computer use of any kind involves risk. There will always be problems with security and privacy at desktop systems. A few areas in Canada have made it an offense for provider such as Cloud to disclose any information gathered through use of their service.
Dsi want to get on WiFi but your routers security settings dont support the dsdoes changing the security settings risk people haking your computer?
The DSi can use any Security settings a WII can use
Is IE Security Clicker Agent dangerous to my computer?
IE Security Clicker Agent is dangerous to computers as it is a trojan horse, also known as a virus. It is important to uninstall the program and not to click on any internet prompt saying the computer is at risk.
Is there a folder on your computer that saves passwords you enter?
No, as this would be a security risk. Passwords are normally held in the registry but they are encrypted and unable to be viewed.
What is the risk of turning off messages about virus protection?
Turning off messages about virus protection can increase the risk of your computer or device being infected with malware and other security threats.
