CHAPTER 15Threat Identification and Prevention: Objective 4.2 Understand Network Threats and Attacks
Understanding and mitigating network threats is critical in safeguarding data and systems. Intrusion detection systems, intrusion prevention systems, firewalls, and antivirus software play pivotal roles in identifying and neutralizing potential attacks. Additionally, vulnerability scanning ensures that security weaknesses are promptly identified and addressed, contributing to a comprehensive network security strategy.
In this chapter, you'll learn about the second and third subobjectives of CC objective 4.2. The remaining material for this objective is covered in Chapter 14, “Network Threats and Attacks.” The following subobjectives are covered ...
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