Network Security - Little Known Threats
Little Known Network Security Threats
There are a number of common network security threats that can
damage your network. Some prime examples include remote login
capability, SMTP hijacking and backdoor entry to a computer
network. There are however dozens of other ways someone can
inadvertedly access your network and steal or damage your data.
Here are just a few network security threats you should be aware
of, whether you operate a private or corporate network.
DNS - DNS or denial of service involves a major attack on
Websites. Usually this threat is reserved for large computer
networks. When a denial of service attack occurs there is often
little a company can do immediately to recover from the attack.
When this happens a hacker connects to the server multiple times
purposefully even though the hacker is denied access. Over time
these repeated requests cause the system to slow and crash.
Macros - This is an application that allows someone to create a
script of commands that can run on your network. These macros
are capable of crashing computers and destroying data.
Virus - A computer virus is one of the most common threats any
private or corporate network user faces. Fortunately viruses can
usually be prevented using modern anti-viral software.
OS bugs - Operating system bugs occur when backdoors are
accessed to operating systems. Usually a backdoor is left open
to attacks when inadequate network security systems are in
place. Fortunately adequate network security including use of
firewalls can help limit ones exposure to this security threat.