Network Security, Firewalls, and VPNs, 3rd Edition

Common IT Infrastructure Threats

The more you understand about the various threats and risks to network security, the more defenses you can mount against these attacks. Threats to network security include hacker exploits, as well as Mother Nature, device failures, and users performing normal business activities.

Hardware Failures and Other Physical Threats

Network security is not just about protection against hacking. Computer systems and networks face many other threats on an ongoing basis. Computer equipment is complex and sometimes fragile. Hardware failures are the most common cause of unexpected downtime. Most equipment is expected to operate well beyond its expected lifetime in normal environments. Some forms of technology, however, ...