Security, Ethics and Privacy in Information Systems

Any event that could cause loss or damage to hardware, software, data, information, or processing capability

An online or Internet-based illegal act

A program that displays online advertisements on webpages, emails, or Internet services

A program that blocks or limits access to a device or file until a payment is made

A program that hides in a device and allows remote users to take full control

A program that secretly collects user information and sends it outside

A program that looks legitimate but does not replicate itself

A damaging program that alters how a device works and can spread

A program that copies itself repeatedly, using up resources and possibly shutting systems down

Someone who gains unauthorised access to computer systems

A malicious hacker involved in illegal activities

An inexperienced person who uses existing tools to hack

Someone who demands money to prevent a cyber attack

Someone who uses cyberspace to cause fear or disruption for political or ideological reasons

Redirecting users to a fake but legitimate-looking website

An attack that disrupts access to an Internet service

A program or instruction set that bypasses security controls

A group of compromised devices used to launch attacks

A large-scale attack overwhelming a target with traffic from many compromised systems

An attack where a third party secretly intercepts communications

Fake QR codes that trick users into unsafe actions

Using a computer or network without permission

Using a computer or its data for unapproved or illegal activities

Stealing computer equipment

Stealing, illegally copying, or erasing software

Stealing personal or confidential information

Moral guidelines governing the use of technology

Ensuring information is correct

Rights protecting creations and ideas

Written guidelines for proper behavior

The right to restrict collection and use of personal data

Illegally copying or using software

Information of economic value that is unique and costly to develop

Reporting unethical or illegal activities

A situation where personal interest interferes with professional duty

Providing false or misleading information

Deception intended to result in financial or personal gain

Failure to meet the terms of an agreement

The right to control how personal data is collected and used

Small text files stored by a web server for electronic profiles

Using official-looking emails to steal personal or financial info

Exploiting human trust to gain access or information

Employers reviewing applicants’ social media for hiring decisions

False information created to mislead

AI-generated fake videos or audio that appear real

A prolonged malfunction of a computer

Aging hardware, natural disasters, electrical disturbances

Electricity drops, spikes, or unwanted signals causing issues

Loss of hardware, software, or data

Computer vision syndrome, causing eye and vision problems

Injuries from repeated motions

Tendon inflammation from repeated motion

Inflammation of the nerve from forearm to palm

Stretching fingers, keeping wrists straight, shaking arms

Computer use consuming one’s entire social life

Science of comfort, efficiency, and safety at work

Reducing electricity and environmental waste

A program that protects a personal computer from intrusions

Delete it

To enable or disable macros safely

They may contain malware

To detect malware

They pose additional security risks

Detects, removes, and quarantines viruses and monitors for tampering

Hardware/software that protects network resources

Software protecting a personal computer from intrusion

An entity that issues and verifies digital certificates

A security protocol that encrypts data between client and server

Turning plain text into unreadable cipher text

Encrypted code verifying a sender’s identity

A notice guaranteeing a user or website is legitimate

Acceptable Use Policy defining allowed and disallowed computer use

Defines who can access a computer and what they can do

Credentials verifying user identity

A private combination of words

A personal identification number

Items carried to gain access, like key cards

Devices verifying identity using personal characteristics

A method adding extra security to logins

Collecting and analyzing digital evidence

Entering a product ID to receive a unique installation ID

The right to use software

Allows software installation on one computer

A group fighting software piracy

Information with economic value and uniqueness

Laws governing storage and disclosure of personal data

Restricting access to certain material

Observing and recording employee technology use

Analysis of digital evidence

Creating duplicates of files or disks

Real-time backup requiring large storage

Online backup requiring Internet access

A plan to restore operations after a disaster

Steps to restore full processing operations

Simulated disasters to test recovery

Immediate steps after a disaster

How backup files and equipment will be used