Cyberwarfare: Information Operations in a Connected World, 2nd Edition

Types of Endpoints

Although networks have huge number of possible endpoint systems, most of them can be broken down into a handful of common types. The most common target from a cybersecurity perspective is the traditional personal computer. Whether it is a server, a laptop, or a desktop, a Windows, Linux, or Mac computer, the same basic cybersecurity concepts for attack and defense apply. Mobile devices, such as tablets, mobile phones, e-readers, and related devices, are also a critical target for attackers. Network devices like routers, switches, and wireless access points can be targeted, allowing attackers to control the flow of traffic or even to intercept it. Finally, the fastest growing set of new targets on network are the IoT devices ...