Introduction To Information Assurance System Quality PDF

INTORDUCTION TO IAS A Different View of IA According to Debra Herrmann (Complete Guide to System Quality Security and Privacy Metrics), IA should be viewe...

INTORDUCTION TO IAS A Different View of IA According to Debra Herrmann (Complete Guide to System Quality Security and Privacy Metrics), IA should be viewed as spanning four security engineering domains: Aspects of system quality: functionality Physical security ⚬ adequacy Refers to the protection of hardware, software, and data against physical threats to reduce or prevent ⚬ interoperability disruptions to operations and services and loss of ⚬ correctness assets. ⚬ security reliability Personnel security usability is a variety of ongoing measures taken to reduce efficiency the likelihood and severity of accidental and intentional maintainability alteration, destruction, misappropriation, misuse, misconfiguration, unauthorized distribution, and unavailability of an organization’s logical and physical What is Information? assets, as the result of action or inaction by insiders and It is a processed data known outsiders, such as business partners According to Raggad (pp. 14ff), the following are all IT security distinct conceptual resources: is the inherent technical features and functions Noise: raw facts with an unknown coding system that collectively contribute to an IT infrastructure Data: raw facts with a known coding system achieving and sustaining confidentiality, integrity, Information: processed data availability, accountability, authenticity, and reliability Knowledge: accepted facts, principles, or rules of thumb that are useful for specific domains. Knowledge can be Operational security the result of inferences and implications produced from Involves the implementation of standard simple information fact. operational security procedures that define the nature and frequency of the interaction between users, systems, and system resources, the purpose of which is What is Information Assurance? to Information Assurance is such a broad field that there is no universally accepted definition. Researchers often achieve and sustain a known secure system state at all give their own spin to IA, usually reflecting their own times, and concerns. prevent accidental or intentional theft, release, destruction, alteration, misuse, or sabotage of system resources Aspects of information needing protection: According to Raggad’s taxonomy of information  Availability security, a computing environment is made up of five  Integrity continuously interacting components:  Confidentiality  Activities  Authentication  People  Non-repudiation  Data  Technology  Networks IA includes computer and information security, but Governments and agencies: seek the military, more besides. According to Blyth and Kovacich, IA can diplomatic, and economic secrets of foreign be thought of as protecting information at three governments, foreign corporations, and adversaries. distinct levels: May also target domestic adversaries. Terrorists: usually politically motivated and may seek physical: data and data processing activities in physical to cause maximal damage to information infrastructure space; as well as endanger lives and property. information infrastructure: information and data manipulation abilities in cyberspace; THREAT AND ATTACKS perceptual: knowledge and understanding in human decision space  Computer Virus  Computer Worms The lowest level focus of IA is the physical level:  Trojan computers, physical networks, telecommunications and  DOS & DDOS supporting systems such as power, facilities and  Phishing environmental controls. Also at this level are the people  Spyware who manage the systems.  Hacker  Ransomware Desired Effects: to affect the technical performance  Adware and the capability of physical systems, to disrupt the  Logic Bomb capabilities of the defender.  Password Attacks Attacker’s Operations: physical attack and destruction, including: electromagnetic attack, visual spying, intrusion, scavenging and removal, wiretapping, COMPUTER VIRUS interference, and eavesdropping. Defender’s Operations: physical security, OPSEC, TEMPEST a type of malicious software program (or malware) “The Biggest Threat to Computer Security? when executed, replicates itself by modifying Carelessness” other computer programs and inserting its code When this replication succeeds, the affected Nature of the Threat areas are then said to be “infected “ Simply put, a computer virus changes how your Necessary for IW, as for any related activity, are motive, computer works and aims to spread to other means, and opportunity. computers. In general, the offensive players in the world of IW come in six types: What does a computer virus do? Insiders: consists of employees, former employees and contractors. harm or destroy data, slow down system Hackers: one who gains unauthorized access to or resources, and log keystrokes, among other things breaks into information systems for thrills, challenge, unexpected or harmful outcomes during this power, or profit. procedure, such as destroying system software by Criminals: target information that may be of value to corrupting data them: bank accounts, credit card information, made to mess things up by deleting files, messing intellectual property, etc. up programs, or even wiping out your hard drive Corporations: actively seek intelligence about completely competitors or steal trade secrets. can slow down your computer a lot, using up memory and making it crash often.  4. Visiting a malicious website. 5. Installing pirated software(s) etc. Prevention Install Antivirus Software: Think of antivirus software as your computer’s doctor. It works around the clock to detect and block viruses before they can infect your system. Make sure to keep it updated! Update Regularly: Keep your operating system, software, and apps up to date. Updates often include fixes for security vulnerabilities that viruses could exploit. Be Cautious with Emails and Downloads: Don’t open emails or download attachments from unknown sources. If an email looks suspicious, even if you know History the sender, it’s best to delete it. Think before you click. first computer virus, called the “Creeper system,” Use Strong Passwords: Protect your accounts with appeared in 1971 as an experimental virus that could strong, unique passwords. Consider using a password copy itself manager to keep track of them all. mid-1970s, the “Rabbit” virus emerged, which replicated very quickly and caused significant damage at Backup Your Data: Regularly back up your data to an the same pace external drive or cloud storage. If a virus does slip “Elk Cloner” was created in 1982 by Rich Skrenta. It through, you won’t lose everything. spread through a floppy disk containing a game and attached itself to the Apple II operating system. Solution The first virus for MS-DOS, called “Brain,” appeared in 1986. It was designed by two Pakistani brothers and Do-it-yourself manual approach: This means you try overwrote the boot sector of floppy disks, making it to fix the problem on your own. Usually, you start by impossible for the computer to start. It was originally searching online for solutions. Then, you might have to meant to be a copy protection system. do a lot of tasks to clean up your computer. It can take In 1988, more destructive viruses began to surface. time and might need some experience to finish Until then, most viruses were Home with solid fill everything. considered pranks with funny names and messages. However, in 1988, “The Morris” became the first widely Get help from a reliable antivirus product: Another spreading virus. option is to use antivirus software. This software is designed to find and remove viruses from your How do computer viruses spread? computer. You just need to install it and let it do its job. Malwarebytes is one of, if not, the best software out 1. Sharing the data like music, files, and images with there. each other. 2. If you open a spam email or an attachment in an email that is sent by an unknown person. 3. Downloading the free games, toolbars, media players, etc. COMPUTER WORM contacts. It caused an estimated $10 billion in damage and affected millions of computers worldwide. A computer worm is a type of malicious software that replicates itself in order to spread to other 2008 computers. Conficker Worm 1971 Creator: The creator of Conficker remains unknown. The First Worm: The Creeper Creator: Conficker is one of the most widespread worms in history, infecting millions of computers globally. It Bob Thomas, a researcher at BBN Technologies. exploited a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows and created a botnet, a network of infected computers The Creeper was the first known computer worm. It was controlled by the worm's creators. Despite extensive created as an experimental program to demonstrate investigations, the identity of the person or group mobile applications and how they could move across behind Conficker has never been uncovered. ARPANET, the precursor to the internet. The Creeper displayed the message "I'M THE CREEPER: CATCH ME IF 2017 YOU CAN" on infected machines. It wasn’t malicious and didn’t cause harm, but it laid the groundwork for future WannaCry Ransomware Worm worms. Creators: The WannaCry worm was attributed to the 1988 North Korean Lazarus Group, according to multiple sources, including the U.S. government. The Morris Worm WannaCry was a ransomware worm that spread Creator: Robert Tappan Morris, a graduate student at through a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. It Cornell University. encrypted files on infected systems and demanded ransom payments in Bitcoin. The worm affected over The Morris Worm is often considered the first significant 200,000 computers in 150 countries, including critical worm to spread on the internet. It exploited infrastructure like hospitals and businesses, causing vulnerabilities in UNIX systems and spread rapidly, billions of dollars in damage. causing widespread disruption. Morris claimed it was not intended to cause harm but rather to measure the size of the internet. However, a programming error caused it to replicate excessively, slowing down systems and leading to significant damage. 2000 ILOVEYOU Worm Creators: Onel de Guzman and Reonel Ramones, Filipino programmers. The ILOVEYOU worm spread through email with the subject "ILOVEYOU" and an attachment named "LOVE- LETTER-FOR-YOU.txt.vbs". When opened, it overwrote files and spread to everyone in the recipient's email  Be Cautious with Email: Avoid opening email attachments from unknown senders. Use Firewalls: Implement firewalls to block unauthorized access to your network." TROJAN HISTORY One of the most well-known battle tactics is the Trojan Horse. The Trojan Horse is named after the famous tale of the Trojan War. According to Greek mythology, the Greeks presented the Trojans with a big wooden horse as a farewell gift. The Trojans brought the horse inside the city walls. The Greek troops hidden in the horse climbed out and opened the city gates, allowing the Greek army to conquer the city. The Trojan Horse’s meaning is the same as in the tale. HOW DO COMPUTER WORMS SPREAD? WHAT IS A TROJAN HORSE? Network Vulnerabilities: They exploit security weaknesses in network protocols or operating systems. A "Trojan" (short for "Trojan horse") is a type of Email Attachments: Worms can be spread via malicious software that disguises itself as a legitimate malicious email attachments. program or file to gain unauthorized access to a user's Social Engineering: They can trick users into executing system. Unlike viruses or worms, Trojans do not them by masquerading as legitimate files. replicate themselves but rely on tricking users into P2P Networks: Worms can spread through file-sharing installing them. Once inside a system, they can perform networks by disguising themselves as popular various harmful activities, such as stealing data, creating downloads." backdoors for other malware, or giving unauthorized access to attackers. EFFECTS OF COMPUTER WORMS TYPES OF TROJAN System Slowdown: Worms consume system resources, causing computers and networks to slow down. Data Corruption: They can corrupt or delete files, Backdoor Trojan- A backdoor Trojan enables an attacker leading to data loss. to gain remote access to a computer and take control of Unauthorized Access: Worms can open backdoors for it using a backdoor. This enables the malicious actor to hackers to gain unauthorized access to systems. do whatever they want on the device, such as deleting Network Congestion: As worms replicate and spread, files, rebooting the computer, stealing data, or they generate excessive traffic, leading to network uploading malware. congestion." PREVENTION AND PROTECTION Downloader Trojan - A downloader Trojan targets a computer that has already been infected by malware, Keep Software Updated: Regularly update operating then downloads and installs more malicious programs systems and applications to patch vulnerabilities. to it. This could be additional Trojans or other types of Use Antivirus Software: Ensure you have reliable malware like adware antivirus software that can detect and remove worms. Fake antivirus Trojan - A fake antivirus Trojan simulates Deactivated virus protection and firewall -If the firewall the actions of legitimate antivirus software. The Trojan and the antivirus software are deactivated by a Trojan, is designed to detect and remove threats like a regular the computer becomes more susceptible to cyber- antivirus program, then extort money from users for attacks. removing threats that may be nonexistent. HOW TO PREVENT TROJAN HORSE ATTACKS? Ransom Trojan- Ransom Trojans seek to impair a computer’s performance or block data on the device so For everyday users, the best way to protect against that the user can no longer access or use it. The attacker Trojan attacks is by practicing responsible online will then hold the user or organization ransom until they behavior, as well as implementing some basic pay a ransom fee to undo the device damage or unlock preventive measures. the affected data. Best practices for responsible online behavior include: Banker Trojan - A banker Trojan is designed to target users’ banking accounts and financial information. It  Never click unsolicited links or download attempts to steal account data for credit and debit unexpected attachments. cards, e-payment systems, and online banking systems.  Use strong, unique passwords for all online accounts, as well as devices. HOW TO RECOGNIZE A TROJAN?  Only access URLs that begin with HTTPS.  Log into your account through a new browser Since Trojans often imitate legitimate system files, they tab or official app — not a link from an email or are very difficult to find and eliminate using text. conventional virus scanners. But if a Trojan is not found, it can cause considerable damage to the operating HOW TO PREVENT TROJAN HORSE ATTACKS? system and the people and companies behind it. The most common symptoms of Trojans are:  Use a password manager, which will automatically enter a saved password into a Strange Messages and Pop-Ups recognized site (but not a spoofed site).  Use a spam filter to prevent a majority of Very slow computer - A Trojan horse or any program spoofed emails from reaching your inbox. installed by a Trojan uses the computer's resources,  Enable two-way authentication whenever which slows down the processor. possible, which makes it far more difficult for attackers to exploit. Interrupted Internet connection - If a PC is infected, the  Ensure updates for software programs and the Trojan can connect to a URL or open a separate OS are completed immediately. connection session. This reduces the available  Back up files regularly to help restore the bandwidth, which has a negative effect on the internet computer in the event of an attack. usage. DOS AND DDOS HOW TO RECOGNIZE A TROJAN? Malicious Windows - A trojan can trick users into BACKGROUND visiting a fake or faudulent website. If unwanted windows or browsers on these pages open, this is a The first recorded instance of a Denial of Service strong indication of a Trojan horse infection. (DoS) attack dates back to 1974. In this case, a 13- year-old student created and executed a program Missing Files - Programs installed by Trojans can also that accessed all terminals of a shared learning delete, encrypt, or move computer files to another platform simultaneously, located in a nearby location. computer lab. This action caused all connected machines to crash, necessitating manual restarts HOW CAN YOU GET DOS OR DDOS? before any user could access the platform again. It wasn't until over two decades later that this concept evolved into a large-scale intentional attack. The first documented large-scale DoS attack occurred in 1996 when the Internet Service Provider (ISP) Panix was inundated with a flood of malicious traffic. The attack rendered Panix's services inaccessible for an entire week. DOS (DENIAL OF SERVICE) Definition: A DOS attack is a cyberattack in which the attacker tries to make a service unavailable to its intended users by overwhelming the target system with a flood of requests, causing it to slow down or crash. Method: Typically, this involves a single machine or a small number of sources that send a massive amount of traffic or data to the target, exploiting vulnerabilities in the system to overload it. Example: A simple DOS attack could involve sending a large number of ICMP (ping) requests to HOW TO IDENTFY DOS AND DDOS ATTACKS a server, overwhelming its ability to respond and thereby denying service to legitimate users. Unusual Traffic Patterns  Sudden spikes in traffic, especially if the volume DDOS (DISTRIBUTED DENIAL OF SERVICE) is much higher than usual, or if traffic is coming from a large number of IP addresses. This can Definition: A DDOS attack is a more powerful version of overwhelm your network or server, leading to a DOS attack. It involves multiple compromised systems slowdowns or outages. (often part of a botnet) working together to launch a coordinated attack on a single target. Slow Performance  Websites or services become unusually slow or Method: In a DDOS attack, the attacker uses a large unresponsive. Performance issues may indicate number of machines, which may be scattered across the that your server is struggling to handle globe, to send an overwhelming amount of traffic to the excessive requests. target system, making it much harder to mitigate the attack. Error Messages  Increased frequency of error messages such as Example: A DDOS attack might involve thousands of "503 Service Unavailable" or "Server Too compromised computers (botnet) sending traffic to a Busy."These errors suggest that your server or website, causing the site to become inaccessible to service is under stress or unable to process legitimate users due to the sheer volume of requests. requests. HOW TO IDENTFY DOS AND DDOS ATTACKS Network Monitoring Tools  Tools that track network traffic, such as intrusion detection systems (IDS) or network monitoring software. These tools can help detect abnormal traffic patterns and alert you to potential attacks. Log Analysis  Examine server and network logs for patterns that indicate abnormal traffic or repeated PHISHING requests from specific IP addresses. Log analysis can reveal signs of an attack and help you HISTORY understand its scope. Phishing began in the mid-1990s with attacks on America Online (AOL) users, where hackers tricked PREVENTING DOS AND DDOS ATTACKS victims into revealing their credentials through fake messages. As the internet grew, phishing evolved into more sophisticated email scams targeting financial institutions and introducing malware to steal sensitive information. By the 2010s, phishing\had become more targeted with techniques like spear phishing and Business Email Compromise (BEC), while also expanding to mobile devices through smishing and vishing. Despite advancements in cybersecurity, phishing remains a persistent threat, continually adapting to new technologies and requiring ongoing vigilance. WHAT IS PHISHING? Phishing is an online scam where criminals send fake emails or create websites that mimic well-known brands to obtain confidential information such as passwords and credit card numbers. This method is a standard attack used today. It often relies on Social Engineering, which is a technique that manipulates individuals into divulging sensitive information by exploiting PREVENTING DOS AND DDOS ATTACKS psychological triggers. Social engineering strategies may involve creating a sense of urgency, posing as a trusted authority, or using deceptive tactics to gain the victim's trust and encourage them to take actions that compromise their security. TYPES OF PHISHING Tracking Cookies - These small files are placed on your computer by websites, and they track your browsing  Spear Phishing history and other online activity.  Whaling  SMS Phishing Adware - These programs display unwanted  Email Phishing advertisements on your computer, and they can also track your browsing habits and sell your information to HOW TO PREVENT PHISHING ATTACK advertisers. Characteristics of Spyware 1 Steals Sensitive Information Spyware monitors internet activity, tracks login credentials, and spies on sensitive information. The primary goal of spyware is usually to obtain credit card numbers, banking information, and passwords. 2 Difficult to Detect Spyware can be difficult to detect, as its presence is often hidden from the user. It can exit as an application that runs as soon as the device starts up and continues to run in the background. 3 Slows Down Devices Spyware can slow down devices by stealing random access memory and processor power and generating infinite popup ads. This slows THINK CRITICALLY down the web browser and affects device performance. 4 Intentional Spyware Installation Some spyware, such as keyloggers, may be installed by the owner of a shared, corporate, or public computer intentionally to monitor users. How Spyware Works: Infiltration 1 Bundled Software Spyware can be bundled with free SPYWARE software where user thinks they're only downloading a Secretly steals information without permission and harmless application. the user’s knowledge 2 Malicious Links It can be hidden within malicious links Types of Spyware or advertisements that, when clicked, initiate an automatic download. Keyloggers - These programs record every keystroke you make, allowing hackers to steal your passwords and 3 Disguised Updates It can be disguised as a legitimate other sensitive information. update or software installation package. Screen Capture Software - These programs take screenshots of your computer screen, allowing hackers to see everything you are doing. 4 Exploit Kits It can be delivered through exploit kits, How Spyware Works: Data Transmission which identify vulnerabilities in a system's software and use them as entry points. Periodic Transmission The spyware may package and send the collected data How Spyware Works: Stealth Mode at regular intervals. Silent Operation Encrypted Data Once inside a system, most spyware operates silently. Data transfer is usually encrypted and transmitted in It's designed to avoid detection by disguising itself with small packets to avoid detection. non-threatening file names or mimicking legitimate processes. Remote Server Collected data is sent to a remote server controlled by Security Deactivation the spyware's author or operator. It may deactivate firewalls, antivirus software, or other security features to ensure its uninterrupted operation. HACKERS Hacking is the act of identifying and then exploiting Startup Processes weaknesses in a computer system or network, usually Many spyware programs embed themselves within the to gain unauthorized access to personal or system's startup processes, ensuring they activate every organizational data. time the device is powered on. TYPES OF HACKERS TYPES OF HACKERS TYPES OF How Spyware Works: Data Collection HACKERS Black hat hackers are cybercriminals who gain Tracking Cookies unauthorized access to systems with malicious intent. It employs various techniques such as tracking cookies, They exploit vulnerabilities to implant malware or which monitor and record web browsing activities, execute ransomware attacks for financial gain or data including sites visited, search queries, and clicked breaches. They are also known as malicious hackers, advertisements. unethical hackers, or crackers. White hat hackers (or ethical hackers) work with Keyloggers permission to identify and fix security vulnerabilities, Keyloggers record keystrokes, capturing passwords, helping to strengthen cybersecurity. Their work is crucial credit card details, and other sensitive input. for improving internet security, though it is sometimes misunderstood. White hat hackers can also be part of teams known as System Scanners sneakers, hacker clubs, red teams, or tiger teams. System scanners scan system files, directories, and documents for specific information. Gray hat hackers do not have malicious intent like black hats, but they hack into systems without prior consent. They typically report discovered vulnerabilities Screenshots rather than fully exploiting them but may request Advanced spyware may periodically take screenshots, payment for detailed information. capturing real-time user activity. Hacktivists: Hacktivists use hacking as a form of protest or to promote political agendas. Their activities are often aimed at raising awareness about social or political issues. Examples include the actions of the group Anonymous. Script Kiddies: These are inexperienced individuals who Organization AIDS conference. The disk contained a use pre-written tools and scripts to carry out attacks. Trojan Horse that after several boots, would encrypt the They lack the deep understanding of hacking techniques name of the files on the C: drive display a ransom note but can still cause significant damage. demanding $189 to be sent to a P.O. box in Panama to restore access to the files. State-Sponsored Hackers: Operatives employed or funded by governments to conduct cyber-espionage, sabotage, or warfare. These hackers target other governments, corporations, and individuals to advance national interests. SOLUTIONS:  Reset all your passwords  Freeze Your Credit and Block Compromised Accounts: Scan your computer system and remove any devious programs  Recover Access to Your Hacked Accounts  Let friends and family know  Secure Your Wi-Fi Network: Change your Wi-Fi password and ensure your network is secure.  Update Your Operating System and Software: Ensure all software is up to date to fix vulnerabilities and enhance security. RANSOMWARE What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malware that locks up your important files or steals valuable information, then demands you to pay them money or other forms of compensation to get them back. This type of malware can spread through emails, websites, or even software you download, and the attacker can lock your computer screen or make your file unusable until you pay the ransom. BRIEF HISTORY The first documented ransomware attack was the AIDS Trojan also known as the PC Cyborg virus, released in 1989 by Joseph Popp. Popp distributed floppy disks label as “AIDS information introductory diskette” to the attendees of World Health ADWARE WHAT IS ADWARE? Adware, often called "advertising-supported software", is software that generates revenue for its developer by automatically generating online advertisements in the user interface of the software or on a screen presented to the user during the installation process. The software may generate two types of revenue: one is for the display of the advertisement and another on a "pay-per-click" basis, if the user clicks on the advertisement. Some advertisements also act as spyware, collecting and reporting data about the user, to be sold or used for targeted advertising or user profiling. The software may implement advertisements in a variety of ways, including a static box display, a banner display, a full screen, a video, a pop-up ad or in some other form. HOW ADWARE WORKS? HISTORY OF ADWARE Back in 1995, the first software that showed ads was called "adware." At first, experts thought adware was a type of "spyware" or a software that collects private information without permission. But soon, security experts realized adware was a bit different. It was made by real companies that were trying to make money through ads. So they saw adware as less harmful than spyware. However, the companies that were hired to spread the adware often did sketchy things. They put the adware on file-sharing sites, infected chat programs, and even hijacked web browsers without permission. This caused adware to spread like crazy, especially from 2005 to 2008. Eventually, governments started fining the big adware companies, which made them stop. Web browsers also started including ad-blocking features to protect users. Today, adware is still around, but it's seen as less dangerous than other bad software like "malware." But adware makers have gotten sneakier they hide inside other programs or make it hard to remove. And with more people using smartphones, adware is finding its way into mobile apps too.  Conditional logic bombs: detonating only when a highly specific set of conditions are met, such as combination of time, events, and user activities. Allow attackers to conduct their malicious activities with a precision. Time-based bombs: deliver their payload at a specific date and time. Cybercriminals may use them to coordinate complex large-scale attacks. Password Attacks Password attacks are a serious threat to individuals and organizations alike, leading to data breaches, identity LOGIC BOMB theft, and financial losses. This presentation will delve into the world of password attacks, exploring their What is Logic Bomb? history, types, impacts, and preventative measures. A password attack is an attempt to gain unauthorized  set of instructions secretly inserted into a access to a computer system or account by discovering computer system or application to cause or guessing the password. damage.  referred to as “slag code”  the term comes from the fact that logic bombs only detonate once certain conditions are met.  once activated, logic bomb executes its malicious code (payload) which can lead to a range of harmful outcomes. TYPES OF LOGIC BOMB Event-triggered bombs: activate when specific events occur within the system, such as reaching a certain network traffic threshold or a system configuration change. User-activated bombs: hinge on specific user actions like logging in or launching a certain application, or they can be set to go off through a negative trigger, such as when a particular action isn’t carried out.  Long-TermSolutions to Prevent Future Attacks Preventing: futun. p;_lSS\vord attacks requires a proactive approach and robust security practices. Strong 2 Password fliS I!'{- passwords !li}ggt anage passwords that combine uppcrcasl\ securely, L liminating the anJ h.m,crcast. letter , need to n.:1nember rnultiµlc rnnnlwrs, ;md symbols passwords 3 Two-Factor Security Awareness 4 Authentication Training Use an extra layer of Educate users about security, requiring a code password security, phishing frmn your phone or cmc1il scuns, and other coimnon in addition ID your threats. Detection of Password effS-s crucial for mitigating the impact of password attacks. This requires vigilance and p-roactive measures. Log Analysis Examining system logs for suspicious activity, sucl1 as multiple failed login attempts. Security Monitoring Using security software atld tools to detect malicious activity and unusual patterns. User Reporting Encouraging users to report any suspicious activity or phishitlg attempts.