1.4 GCSE Computer Science (Network Security)

What is the definition of Malware?

Malware is software designed to disrupt or gain unauthorised access to computer systems.

What are the 3 types of Malware?

Viruses, worms and software

What is Social engineering?

Social engineering is when someone tricks or manipulates people into giving away confidential information or access to systems.

What is a Dos Attack?

A Dos Attack is when a system is overloaded with traffic causing it to slow down or crash for legitimate users

What is social engineering?

Manipulating people into revealing confidential information.