an unauthorised action that harms a computer system's privacy, reliability or access

malware that blocks access to a user's data until payment is made

Preventing cyber attacks

Computing

This unit takes pupils on a journey of discovery about techniques used by cybercriminals to steal data, disrupt systems and infiltrate networks. They will consider the value of data to organisations and what it is used for. They will look at social engineering techniques and common cybercrimes.

Introduction to cybersecurity

disrupts services by overwhelming them with traffic

blocks access to data until payment is made

a security measure to protect computer systems

an unauthorised action that harms a computer system

malware that blocks access to data until payment is made

it only affected a small number of computers

it affected more than 200 000 computers in 150 countries

it was stopped immediately without any impact

What was the impact of the WannaCry Ransomware Attack in 2017?

they can be both financial and disruptive

yes, all security measures guarantee complete safety

yes, but only if the system is updated regularly

yes, as long as antivirus software is installed

no, security measures only reduce the risk but cannot eliminate it entirely

Can a computer system connected to a network be completely safe from cyber attacks if all security measures are used?

the protection of computer systems from threats

a security system that monitors and controls network communication

malicious software designed to cause problems

What type of malware is disguised as a harmless program to trick users into installing it?

What type of malware spreads through a network without needing user interaction and uses resources to slow it down?

to automate tasks repeatedly, often maliciously

What is the role of bots in cybersecurity threats?

it helps users understand risks and avoid them

How can training users help protect a network?

to monitor and control network communication

What is the purpose of a firewall in cybersecurity?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Preventing cyber attacks

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.