Modern Targets

Though every system is fair game for hackers, there are some common targets that warrant special attention. An intelligent hacker will look for the least complicated way of breaking into an organization and he or she will attempt the method of entry that requires the least amount of time, materials, and effort on his/her part. Thus, there are several commonly used entry points that are usually the primary targets of hackers.

DNS Servers

Probably the most common entry points for hackers coming into an organization are DNS servers. Many DNS products have been plagued by hackers since the dawn of networking. It is a good idea to give special attention to DNS servers when considering an organization's security measures and policies. ...

Get Inside the Security Mind: Making the Tough Decisions now with the O’Reilly learning platform.

O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.