10 Questions
What is the main focus of computer security according to the text?
Preventing unauthorized access or alteration of information
What is one of the main reasons for the increasing criminal activity related to computer security?
Advancements in technology making it easier to attack computers and networks
In what way has the emphasis of security shifted according to the text?
From securing the computer to securing the information being processed
What is the primary concern in modern online transactions according to the text?
Preventing identity theft and online fraud
What is the evolving definition of computer security, as mentioned in the text?
Protecting data from any form of alteration
What term is used to describe not just the protection of information, but a means of knowing the level of protection that has been accomplished?
Information assurance
Which historical security incident was spread via e-mail with the subject line 'ILOVEYOU'?
The Love Letter Virus
In which year was the Code Red Worm released, infecting over 350,000 computers connected to the Internet in 14 hours?
2001
What vulnerability did the Slammer Worm exploit in computers running Microsoft SQL Server or SQL Server Desktop Engine?
Buffer-overflow condition
From 2009 and beyond, the cyber threat landscape became considerably more dangerous due to which new adversaries?
Organized elements of cybercrime and nation-states
Explore the computer security problem in the context of advanced systems and data security. Understand the challenges and risks associated with conducting business over the Internet and transferring money via networks.
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