Network Security
Network Security
Purpose of Presentation
• Explore threats, measures, and
best practices in network
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Importance Of
Network Security
Data Protection
• Safeguards personal and sensitive
information.
Business Continuity
• Minimizes downtime and disruptions
from security incidents.
Reputation Management
• Protects brand image and maintains
customer trust.
Common threats
Malware
•Types include viruses, ransomware, and
spyware.
Phishing Attacks
•Fraudulent emails and websites tricking users
into revealing information.
DDoS Attacks
•Overwhelm networks with traffic, causing
service outages.
Key Security Measures
Firewalls
•Control incoming and outgoing network
traffic based on security rules.
Intrusion Detection/Prevention
Systems (IDS/IPS)
•Monitor and analyze network traffic for
suspicious activity; take action against
threats.
Antivirus Software
•Detects and removes malicious software
from devices.
Encryption
What is Encryption?
•Converting data into a secure format to
prevent unauthorized access.
Types of Encryption
•Data in Transit: Secured using protocols
like TLS.
•Data at Rest: Secured using algorithms
like AES.
Use Cases
•Protects sensitive communications and
stored data.
Access Control
Authentication
•Methods include passwords,
biometrics, and multi-factor
authentication (MFA).
Authorization
•Defines user permissions and roles
(e.g., Role-Based Access Control).
Regular Audits
•Assessing the effectiveness of
security measures and compliance
Backup and Recovery
Regular Backups
•Importance of frequent data backups to
prevent loss.
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