Security in Computing, 6th Edition

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Introduction

In this chapter:

• Threats, vulnerabilities, and controls

• Confidentiality, integrity, and availability

• Attackers and attack types; method, opportunity, and motive

• Valuing assets

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Civil authorities in your area have reported that the bodies of the dead are rising from their graves and attacking the living. Follow the messages on screen that will be updated as information becomes available.

Do not attempt to approach or apprehend these bodies as they are considered extremely dangerous. This warning applies to all areas receiving this broadcast.

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FIGURE 1-1 Emergency Broadcast Warning

On 11 February 2013, residents of Great Falls, ...