GreenTec provides two products, CYBERdisks and WORMdisks, that provide hardware-level cyber protection for systems and data. CYBERdisks protect the master boot record and partition tables from attacks, while WORMdisks prevent data sabotage, manipulation, and deletion. These disks use standard interfaces and are plug-and-play, protecting sensitive information through security embedded in the disk itself that cannot be bypassed by operating systems or access controls. GreenTec works with government agencies and commercial clients to deploy its products.
CYBERdisk WORMdisk SLIDES 2016-HACK PROOF DATAKeith P. Melvey
This document discusses WORMdisk and CYBERdisk technologies for securing data and systems against cyber attacks. It summarizes the key features of WORMdisk, including protecting data from manipulation, modification or deletion. CYBERdisk protects sensitive parts of system boot disks. The technologies provide data integrity and system integrity through standalone disk-level protection that cannot be bypassed.
DriveTrust technology is a hardware-based security platform implemented on hard drives that protects data at the drive level. It provides encryption, authentication and secure storage capabilities to establish a foundation for trusted computing. DriveTrust technology comprises enhanced firmware, a trusted command set for secure communication, secure partitions on the drive for sensitive data, and an issuance protocol for application authentication. It enables uses like full disk encryption, secure erasing of drives, and centralized authentication across networked storage systems.
An attacker with physical access to a computer or network device can easily compromise security by booting from unauthorized media like LiveCDs, USB drives, or DVDs containing hacking tools. These bootable devices allow bypassing of firewalls and access to the hard drive contents. Drive imaging software on such media poses a big risk as it can copy the entire hard drive contents without leaving a trace. Disabling auto-run features and removable media like USB drives can help reduce these risks from physical access. Encryption and centralized file storage also make drives less valuable if imaged.
The document discusses the Unisys STEALTH solution, which uses data splitting and encryption techniques to allow multiple networks with different classification levels to securely share the same infrastructure. It describes how the solution works, including using appliances and software to split data into slices and control access. It also provides examples of how the solution has been implemented for the US Special Operations Command and other agencies to consolidate networks and improve security.
Lect 07 computer security and privacy 1 4 qRamy Eltarras
The document discusses several computer security concerns that users should be aware of, including hardware damage, system failure, data theft, and privacy breaches. It provides recommendations for protecting computers and data through physical security measures, encryption, backups, and legal precautions against software piracy and digital counterfeiting. Proper care of hardware and implementation of disaster recovery plans can help prevent loss of important information.
SecurusVault Swiss Data Backup overviewsecurusvault
SecurusVault is a Swiss data backup and file sharing tool available globally through www.securusvault.ch . Among other features, the Personnal Information Storage acts as a digital safe for all personal notes not stored on files. The application is compliant with the most stringent security requirements and is a NON USA PATRIOT Act software as it does not store anything in a US based server. GlobeX Data S.A. is the sole developer and owner of the application. An Arabic version is coming by year end and an iPhone iPad application is coming by November 2010.
ClouDoc is a Document Centralization Solution.
It rejects filw writes to local disk and provide windows drive I/F for server files.
You can protect CAD files, Office files, Source Codes from employees and malicious codes.
CYBERdisk WORMdisk SLIDES 2016-HACK PROOF DATAKeith P. Melvey
This document discusses WORMdisk and CYBERdisk technologies for securing data and systems against cyber attacks. It summarizes the key features of WORMdisk, including protecting data from manipulation, modification or deletion. CYBERdisk protects sensitive parts of system boot disks. The technologies provide data integrity and system integrity through standalone disk-level protection that cannot be bypassed.
DriveTrust technology is a hardware-based security platform implemented on hard drives that protects data at the drive level. It provides encryption, authentication and secure storage capabilities to establish a foundation for trusted computing. DriveTrust technology comprises enhanced firmware, a trusted command set for secure communication, secure partitions on the drive for sensitive data, and an issuance protocol for application authentication. It enables uses like full disk encryption, secure erasing of drives, and centralized authentication across networked storage systems.
An attacker with physical access to a computer or network device can easily compromise security by booting from unauthorized media like LiveCDs, USB drives, or DVDs containing hacking tools. These bootable devices allow bypassing of firewalls and access to the hard drive contents. Drive imaging software on such media poses a big risk as it can copy the entire hard drive contents without leaving a trace. Disabling auto-run features and removable media like USB drives can help reduce these risks from physical access. Encryption and centralized file storage also make drives less valuable if imaged.
The document discusses the Unisys STEALTH solution, which uses data splitting and encryption techniques to allow multiple networks with different classification levels to securely share the same infrastructure. It describes how the solution works, including using appliances and software to split data into slices and control access. It also provides examples of how the solution has been implemented for the US Special Operations Command and other agencies to consolidate networks and improve security.
Lect 07 computer security and privacy 1 4 qRamy Eltarras
The document discusses several computer security concerns that users should be aware of, including hardware damage, system failure, data theft, and privacy breaches. It provides recommendations for protecting computers and data through physical security measures, encryption, backups, and legal precautions against software piracy and digital counterfeiting. Proper care of hardware and implementation of disaster recovery plans can help prevent loss of important information.
SecurusVault Swiss Data Backup overviewsecurusvault
SecurusVault is a Swiss data backup and file sharing tool available globally through www.securusvault.ch . Among other features, the Personnal Information Storage acts as a digital safe for all personal notes not stored on files. The application is compliant with the most stringent security requirements and is a NON USA PATRIOT Act software as it does not store anything in a US based server. GlobeX Data S.A. is the sole developer and owner of the application. An Arabic version is coming by year end and an iPhone iPad application is coming by November 2010.
ClouDoc is a Document Centralization Solution.
It rejects filw writes to local disk and provide windows drive I/F for server files.
You can protect CAD files, Office files, Source Codes from employees and malicious codes.
Building Trust Despite Digital Personal DevicesJavier González
Talk given at OpenIT (Tech talks at IT University of Copenhagen) in 2014. The talk covers different aspects of how to protect our privacy when using personal devices.
The document discusses the Forward! platform from Unisys for deploying mission critical workloads. It offers secure partitioning of Intel Xeon servers with dedicated CPU, memory and I/O resources for each partition. This allows workloads to be consolidated while maintaining isolation and predictable performance. Up to 16 servers can be connected via a high speed interconnect fabric for scalability. The platform aims to provide many of the benefits of physical servers, such as isolation and redundancy, while achieving better utilization than traditional virtualized servers.
How the organizations should secure the entire life cycle of their records without tampering or interference from organizational insiders or outsiders
Its a presentation on the paper written by :
Ragib Hasan, Marianne Winslett, Soumyadeb Mitra, Windsor Hsu and Radu Sion
It was made in autumn 2009
The document discusses Blancco, a company that provides data erasure solutions. It states that Blancco's solutions have been certified by 18 governing bodies worldwide, more than any other security firm. It then describes Blancco Removable Media Eraser, which securely erases data from removable storage devices like USB drives and SD cards, ensuring compliance with various regulations. Key benefits include simultaneously erasing multiple devices and generating tamper-proof erase reports.
INSZoom utilizes strong security measures to protect client data including 256-bit encryption, firewalls, antivirus software, and physical security of data centers. Data is backed up hourly in separate geographic locations and servers have 24/7 security monitoring, biometric entry, and redundant power and cooling systems. INSZoom has received ISO 27001 and 9001 certifications through independent audits validating its information security management and development processes.
ISACA National Capital Area Chapter (NCAC) in Washington, DC - Ulf MattssonUlf Mattsson
Ulf Mattsson discusses newer data protection options such as format controlling encryption (FCE) and data tokenization. FCE is a secret key encryption algorithm that restricts cipher text output to match the input format. It has benefits like ease of deployment and reduced changes to downstream systems, but also considerations around its security, performance overhead, and key management. Data tokenization generates random replacement values for sensitive data that can be used to retrieve the original data via a lookup. It provides stronger security but also has operational impacts to consider compared to other options. Overall, the document explores balancing data protection, compliance, costs, and business needs.
This document summarizes a presentation on updating to PCI DSS version 2.0 given by Somsak Mongkolsiri. It discusses the purpose of PCI DSS in creating security standards for payment card data, outlines the history and requirements of PCI DSS, and highlights some myths and important deadlines related to compliance. The presentation also provides examples of how to prioritize security efforts based on risk and defines concepts like the cardholder data environment.
The document discusses two versions of the DataLocker H350 external hard drive: the Basic and Enterprise versions. Both provide FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified 256-bit AES encryption and are suitable for government agencies and regulated industries. The Enterprise version allows for centralized management of devices and policies across networks.
Presentation from Asterisk conference on designing a High Availability Asterisk cluster. Covers the current state of HA, available open source products vs closed source, VoIP service continuity, synchronization of configuration, etc.
This document summarizes key topics related to computer and internet security and privacy. It discusses types of computer crimes like hacking and different methods of securing systems through identification, access controls, and disaster recovery plans. It also covers topics like computer viruses, privacy issues with data collection, legislation, and protecting children online. The overall purpose is to explain security and privacy challenges with computers and provide guidance on best practices.
The document discusses security, privacy, and computer crimes related to computers and the internet. It covers types of computer crimes like hacking and different security measures to protect corporate data and personal information. Disaster recovery plans and backups are described as important protections against data loss. Viruses and other "pests" are explained as digital threats that can interfere with computer systems. The document also addresses privacy concerns with personal data being collected and stored in various computer files and databases.
The document discusses security, privacy, and computer crimes related to computers and the internet. It covers types of computer crimes like hacking and data theft. It describes ways to secure data through access controls, backups, and disaster recovery plans. It discusses threats like viruses, worms, and how to use antivirus software. It also addresses privacy issues and how personal data can be collected through various transactions and stored in databases.
This document provides an overview of Free Libre Open Source Software (FLOSS) development. It discusses what FLOSS is, why to use and develop FLOSS, and how FLOSS is developed. FLOSS development is described as an open, collaborative process done within communities internationally. Developers work together decentralizedly using tools like mailing lists, version control systems, and bug trackers. New contributors start by engaging with communities, submitting issues and patches. Community leadership focuses on meritocracy, autonomy, and delegating tasks. Challenges to Cuban participation include internet access and license decisions, but these may be addressed through solutions.
This document discusses the problem of lost or stolen USB drives containing valuable data and the need for improved encryption methods. It introduces CLAPE as a software that aims to combine the advantages of hardware and software encryption by allowing users to easily encrypt or decrypt files and folders across local and cloud drives with strong 1024-bit encryption, faster speeds than other software, and additional security and recovery features.
ESET Secure Enterprise provides security solutions for businesses with over 25 seats that are easy to deploy, manage, and have low system impact. It offers a range of endpoint protection, file security, mail security, and gateway security products that can be mixed and matched according to a business's needs. The solutions are designed to be simple to use on a range of platforms while providing effective protection from emerging threats.
Your hard drive in your copier (MFP) retains a copy of every document that has passed through it. This data needs to be considered when formulating an overall security policy for your business.
This document summarizes security features in Windows 7 Enterprise. It discusses (1) a fundamentally secure platform with streamlined user account control and enhanced auditing, (2) securing anywhere access through network security, network access protection, and DirectAccess, (3) protecting users and infrastructure with AppLocker, Internet Explorer, and data recovery tools, and (4) protecting data from unauthorized viewing using RMS, EFS, and BitLocker/BitLocker To Go. The features are designed to provide simple, manageable security and control for IT professionals.
This document provides an overview of business continuity and protecting systems. It discusses threats like malware, downtime costs, and information leakage. It recommends tools for perimeter control, endpoint protection, backups, and HR best practices. It also discusses typical configurations for small, medium, and large businesses to implement business continuity.
The document discusses the roles and responsibilities of a computer forensic investigator. It explains that an investigator must gather digital evidence in a forensically-sound manner from various computer systems and devices. This includes recovering deleted files, analyzing file slack and unallocated space, validating email messages, and using file hashes and metadata to determine what files were created on which devices. The goal is to properly handle, analyze, and present admissible digital evidence in court.
Guarding Against Ransomware: Strategies for Robust Data ProtectionMaryJWilliams2
Dive into the realm of cybersecurity to fortify your organization's defense against ransomware threats. Explore proactive measures, backup solutions, and incident response strategies to safeguard critical data assets effectively. To Know more: https://stonefly.com/white-papers/data-protection-from-ransomware-with-stonefly-dr365/
This document provides an overview of trusted computing concepts including:
- Defining security and how it can be violated through hardware and software flaws
- Explaining key terms like trust, trustworthy, and trusted computing
- Describing major trusted computing components like the endorsement key, sealed storage, remote attestation, and direct anonymous attestation
- Discussing issues around privacy, anonymity, and digital rights management in trusted computing systems
Building Trust Despite Digital Personal DevicesJavier González
Talk given at OpenIT (Tech talks at IT University of Copenhagen) in 2014. The talk covers different aspects of how to protect our privacy when using personal devices.
The document discusses the Forward! platform from Unisys for deploying mission critical workloads. It offers secure partitioning of Intel Xeon servers with dedicated CPU, memory and I/O resources for each partition. This allows workloads to be consolidated while maintaining isolation and predictable performance. Up to 16 servers can be connected via a high speed interconnect fabric for scalability. The platform aims to provide many of the benefits of physical servers, such as isolation and redundancy, while achieving better utilization than traditional virtualized servers.
How the organizations should secure the entire life cycle of their records without tampering or interference from organizational insiders or outsiders
Its a presentation on the paper written by :
Ragib Hasan, Marianne Winslett, Soumyadeb Mitra, Windsor Hsu and Radu Sion
It was made in autumn 2009
The document discusses Blancco, a company that provides data erasure solutions. It states that Blancco's solutions have been certified by 18 governing bodies worldwide, more than any other security firm. It then describes Blancco Removable Media Eraser, which securely erases data from removable storage devices like USB drives and SD cards, ensuring compliance with various regulations. Key benefits include simultaneously erasing multiple devices and generating tamper-proof erase reports.
INSZoom utilizes strong security measures to protect client data including 256-bit encryption, firewalls, antivirus software, and physical security of data centers. Data is backed up hourly in separate geographic locations and servers have 24/7 security monitoring, biometric entry, and redundant power and cooling systems. INSZoom has received ISO 27001 and 9001 certifications through independent audits validating its information security management and development processes.
ISACA National Capital Area Chapter (NCAC) in Washington, DC - Ulf MattssonUlf Mattsson
Ulf Mattsson discusses newer data protection options such as format controlling encryption (FCE) and data tokenization. FCE is a secret key encryption algorithm that restricts cipher text output to match the input format. It has benefits like ease of deployment and reduced changes to downstream systems, but also considerations around its security, performance overhead, and key management. Data tokenization generates random replacement values for sensitive data that can be used to retrieve the original data via a lookup. It provides stronger security but also has operational impacts to consider compared to other options. Overall, the document explores balancing data protection, compliance, costs, and business needs.
This document summarizes a presentation on updating to PCI DSS version 2.0 given by Somsak Mongkolsiri. It discusses the purpose of PCI DSS in creating security standards for payment card data, outlines the history and requirements of PCI DSS, and highlights some myths and important deadlines related to compliance. The presentation also provides examples of how to prioritize security efforts based on risk and defines concepts like the cardholder data environment.
The document discusses two versions of the DataLocker H350 external hard drive: the Basic and Enterprise versions. Both provide FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified 256-bit AES encryption and are suitable for government agencies and regulated industries. The Enterprise version allows for centralized management of devices and policies across networks.
Presentation from Asterisk conference on designing a High Availability Asterisk cluster. Covers the current state of HA, available open source products vs closed source, VoIP service continuity, synchronization of configuration, etc.
This document summarizes key topics related to computer and internet security and privacy. It discusses types of computer crimes like hacking and different methods of securing systems through identification, access controls, and disaster recovery plans. It also covers topics like computer viruses, privacy issues with data collection, legislation, and protecting children online. The overall purpose is to explain security and privacy challenges with computers and provide guidance on best practices.
The document discusses security, privacy, and computer crimes related to computers and the internet. It covers types of computer crimes like hacking and different security measures to protect corporate data and personal information. Disaster recovery plans and backups are described as important protections against data loss. Viruses and other "pests" are explained as digital threats that can interfere with computer systems. The document also addresses privacy concerns with personal data being collected and stored in various computer files and databases.
The document discusses security, privacy, and computer crimes related to computers and the internet. It covers types of computer crimes like hacking and data theft. It describes ways to secure data through access controls, backups, and disaster recovery plans. It discusses threats like viruses, worms, and how to use antivirus software. It also addresses privacy issues and how personal data can be collected through various transactions and stored in databases.
This document provides an overview of Free Libre Open Source Software (FLOSS) development. It discusses what FLOSS is, why to use and develop FLOSS, and how FLOSS is developed. FLOSS development is described as an open, collaborative process done within communities internationally. Developers work together decentralizedly using tools like mailing lists, version control systems, and bug trackers. New contributors start by engaging with communities, submitting issues and patches. Community leadership focuses on meritocracy, autonomy, and delegating tasks. Challenges to Cuban participation include internet access and license decisions, but these may be addressed through solutions.
This document discusses the problem of lost or stolen USB drives containing valuable data and the need for improved encryption methods. It introduces CLAPE as a software that aims to combine the advantages of hardware and software encryption by allowing users to easily encrypt or decrypt files and folders across local and cloud drives with strong 1024-bit encryption, faster speeds than other software, and additional security and recovery features.
ESET Secure Enterprise provides security solutions for businesses with over 25 seats that are easy to deploy, manage, and have low system impact. It offers a range of endpoint protection, file security, mail security, and gateway security products that can be mixed and matched according to a business's needs. The solutions are designed to be simple to use on a range of platforms while providing effective protection from emerging threats.
Your hard drive in your copier (MFP) retains a copy of every document that has passed through it. This data needs to be considered when formulating an overall security policy for your business.
This document summarizes security features in Windows 7 Enterprise. It discusses (1) a fundamentally secure platform with streamlined user account control and enhanced auditing, (2) securing anywhere access through network security, network access protection, and DirectAccess, (3) protecting users and infrastructure with AppLocker, Internet Explorer, and data recovery tools, and (4) protecting data from unauthorized viewing using RMS, EFS, and BitLocker/BitLocker To Go. The features are designed to provide simple, manageable security and control for IT professionals.
This document provides an overview of business continuity and protecting systems. It discusses threats like malware, downtime costs, and information leakage. It recommends tools for perimeter control, endpoint protection, backups, and HR best practices. It also discusses typical configurations for small, medium, and large businesses to implement business continuity.
The document discusses the roles and responsibilities of a computer forensic investigator. It explains that an investigator must gather digital evidence in a forensically-sound manner from various computer systems and devices. This includes recovering deleted files, analyzing file slack and unallocated space, validating email messages, and using file hashes and metadata to determine what files were created on which devices. The goal is to properly handle, analyze, and present admissible digital evidence in court.
Guarding Against Ransomware: Strategies for Robust Data ProtectionMaryJWilliams2
Dive into the realm of cybersecurity to fortify your organization's defense against ransomware threats. Explore proactive measures, backup solutions, and incident response strategies to safeguard critical data assets effectively. To Know more: https://stonefly.com/white-papers/data-protection-from-ransomware-with-stonefly-dr365/
This document provides an overview of trusted computing concepts including:
- Defining security and how it can be violated through hardware and software flaws
- Explaining key terms like trust, trustworthy, and trusted computing
- Describing major trusted computing components like the endorsement key, sealed storage, remote attestation, and direct anonymous attestation
- Discussing issues around privacy, anonymity, and digital rights management in trusted computing systems
Desktop systems pose major security risks to organizations from malicious code, the internet, physical tampering, and increased server services. Organizations should have anti-virus software and mechanisms to identify malicious code entering via email. Desktops connected to the internet can be protected by frequently updating anti-virus software, patching systems, and using firewalls. Sensitive data on portable computers should be encrypted to protect against physical theft.
Ransomware Unveiled: Understanding, Preventing, and RecoveringMaryJWilliams2
Delve into the world of ransomware with our comprehensive PDF submission. Gain a deep understanding of ransomware threats, their impact on businesses, and effective strategies for prevention and recovery. Explore real-world case studies and best practices to mitigate ransomware risks and ensure business continuity. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to defend against ransomware attacks. To Know more: https://stonefly.com/white-papers/ransomware-faqs/
Endpoint Protector is a data loss prevention and mobile device management solution that provides:
- Device control, enforced encryption, and content aware protection for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android devices to secure data and prohibit unauthorized transfers.
- Mobile device management features like application management, tracking, locking, and wiping for iOS and Android smartphones and tablets.
- A client-server architecture allowing for centralized management from a web-based interface and deployment flexibility including hardware appliances, virtual appliances, and cloud solutions.
Introduction to Security (Hardware, Software, Data & Policies)Amr Salah
This is a 40 minutes about introduction to Security. In this session we will learn about security types (Hardware, Software, Data & Policies). We will learn by examples how to apply security in our work and how to secure our daily transactions like emails and phone calls.
Youtube Video by the end of the presentation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aALFfu348U
Link
https://wp.me/p8BMmp-mA
The document discusses various methods for defending computer systems and networks from security threats. It covers topics like hardening operating systems by removing unnecessary programs and services, applying security patches and antivirus software. It also discusses securing servers and networks by managing remote access securely, restricting ports and services, securing network devices like routers and switches, and implementing physical security controls for facilities like access control systems and video surveillance.
Implementation and implications of a stealth hard drive backdoorGaetano Zappulla
Modern workstations and servers implicitly trust hard disks to act as well-behaved block devices. This paper analyzes the catastrophic loss of security that occurs when hard disks are not trustworthy. First, we show that it is possible to compromise the firmware of a commercial off-the-shelf hard drive, by resorting only to public information and reverse en- gineering. Using such a compromised firmware, we present a stealth rootkit that replaces arbitrary blocks from the disk while they are written, providing a data replacement back- door. The measured performance overhead of the compro- mised disk drive is less than 1% compared with a normal, non-malicious disk drive. We then demonstrate that a re- mote attacker can even establish a communication channel with a compromised disk to infiltrate commands and to ex- filtrate data. In our example, this channel is established over the Internet to an unmodified web server that relies on the compromised drive for its storage, passing through the original webserver, database server, database storage en- gine, filesystem driver, and block device driver. Additional experiments, performed in an emulated disk-drive environ- ment, could automatically extract sensitive data such as /etc/shadow (or a secret key file) in less than a minute. This paper claims that the difficulty of implementing such an at- tack is not limited to the area of government cyber-warfare; rather, it is well within the reach of moderately funded crim- inals, botnet herders and academic researchers.
This document discusses the risks of sensitive personal and business data being stolen from retired or failed hardware if not properly erased or destroyed. It notes that organizations of any size generate large amounts of data stored on various media types, and failing to sanitize this data when upgrading or retiring hardware can result in significant losses. The document promotes data erasure, degaussing, and destruction services that can be performed on or off-site to securely sanitize stored data according to various compliance standards and at a customized cost for organizations.
Data Compass is a computer forensic solution that provides three main capabilities:
1. It can extract, analyze, and validate data from malfunctioning hard disk drives that other forensic software cannot access.
2. It can fully and effectively recover data from unstable and bad sector defective hard disk drives with less risk of further damage.
3. It allows access and analysis of data from unrecognized hard disk drives through its emulation technology.
The document discusses data security and various threats to data. It provides definitions of key terms like data, security, and data security. It then describes three main objectives of the project: to understand data security threats and their backgrounds, and techniques to defend against these threats. Various threats are outlined, like human threats from hackers, staff, and spies. Technologies for security like cryptography, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems are also summarized. The document provides an overview of the importance of data security.
This document describes DNACloud Backup services from Exceptional Technology Solutions (ETS). ETS is a full-service IT solutions company that employs certified engineers and technicians. It partners with Novastor to provide backup and disaster recovery software that securely backs up data across various platforms to ETS facilities. The benefits described include 24/7 monitoring, support and setup included in fixed-price bundled services with no long-term contracts. Getting started involves a 14-day free trial and setup by an ETS engineer.
The document discusses how Digital Guardian can help agencies meet requirements under the US Department of Homeland Security's Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program. The CDM program focuses on four functional areas: hardware asset management, software asset management, configuration management, and vulnerability management. Digital Guardian provides capabilities that align with all four functional areas such as identifying unauthorized hardware and software, blocking changes to protected files, and detecting malicious processes. Digital Guardian protects data directly at the kernel level to provide complete visibility and control over data movement and use on or off a network.
Emerson Technologies Endpoint security provides multiple layers of protection for your businesses workstations. This includes:
• Antivirus
• Web Content Filtering
• Microsoft & 3rd Party Updates and Patches
• Remote Access
• Hardware & Software Monitoring
Running head Assignment 1 Identifying Potential Malicious Attack.docxsusanschei
Running head: Assignment 1: Identifying Potential Malicious Attacks, Threats and Vulnerabilities1
Identifying Potential Malicious Attacks, Threats and Vulnerabilities3
Assignment 1: Identifying Potential Malicious Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
LaRonda McKay
Strayer University
Professor Robert Whale
CIS333 Fundamentals of Networking Security Systems
January 28, 2017
Identifying Potential Malicious Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities.
The company is not alone in its dependence upon networking technology, which is essential to remaining competitive in today's video game software marketplace. The connectivity introduced by networking and computer technologies also introduces an enormous number of vulnerabilities that can compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company's information. However, for each vulnerability there are countermeasures that can be implemented to would be intruders. Following are a series of vulnerability examples and countermeasure solutions that should be implemented by the company to avoid data loss and an information security incident.Existing Network Vulnerabilities
Wireless WPS Vulnerabilities
WPA2 is the most current version of standard based wireless network security to protect data confidentiality as it is transported over the wireless network. WPA2 includes major changes that address the shortcomings of both WPA and WEP. WPA2 includes the use of mandatory AES encryption, no longer supporting RC4 and TKIP. WPA2 also addresses most of the security issues that have been uncovered in WPA so that wireless networks protected with WPA2 can be considered as much more secure. However, as with all security measures, flaws are usually found and WPA2 is no different. Like WPA, the WPA2 implementation provides support for a feature called WPS or Wi-Fi Protected Setup, which is included to ease the setup and configuration of wireless network devices by leveraging a device specific pin number for use in automatically configuring pass-phrases between the AP unit and wireless clients, (Fitzpatrick, 2013). Unfortunately, this feature has a critical flaw that, with time (up to 10 hours are required), using software such as the free for download “Reaver” tool, penetration of a WPA2 protected wireless network is trivial. Hence, if implementing a WPA2 protected wireless network, make sure that all wireless network AP units are capable of disabling the WPS feature prior to deployment, (Fitzpatrick, 2013).
Wireless Network Confidentiality Vulnerabilities
Wireless network hackers use sniffer programs that contain additional, special “hacking” features designed to simplify the process of wireless network penetration. For example, the Airsnort wireless network sniffer is used by wireless hackers to sniff (capture) wireless network packets, collect those packets used in authentication exchange between an AP and its client devices. And then crack the pass ...
Protecting Your Key Asset – Data Protection Best Practices V2.0 FinalVinod Kumar
The document discusses various data protection best practices, including using encryption techniques like Encrypting File System (EFS) and Windows Rights Management Services (RMS) to secure files and data on devices. It also covers database security practices like implementing proper permissions on SQL Server principals and securables. The key recommendations are to use all available security controls including technology, processes and people, practice defense in depth, and reduce potential vulnerabilities.
Peerless DRM and Enterprise Security-Enabled Removable Data Storage CartridgesFred_C_Thomas
The document discusses security features and architectures for removable data storage devices like Iomega's Peerless drives. It describes the Peerless specifications and latent security features like encryption. It discusses using such drives for digital rights management and addressing enterprise security needs without being intrusive to users. Removable drives could help DRM by passing unique, authenticated IDs to software while maintaining security without internet access. The document proposes an enterprise secure drive system to allow secure data transport within organizations while addressing insider threats through authentication and physical security features.
This document discusses data security and integrity. It covers various threats to data such as system crashes, corruption, hacking, and human errors. It recommends measures to secure data like backups, antivirus software, passwords, access controls, and encryption. The importance of regular backups, firewalls, and strong passwords is emphasized to prevent data loss and unauthorized access. Biometric security methods like fingerprints and voice recognition are also introduced.
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CYBERdisk™ and WORMdisk™
Cyber-Defense Overview
Primary company offerings:
Cyber IT Hardware – Hardware level cyber-protection, always inside of the disk itself.
System Integrator – Cyber-protection integration into existing or new solutions.
Services Provider – Data migration, legacy data conversion to WORMdisks™.
Other – Survivable systems & survivable data against viruses, malware & cyber-attacks.
Specific, unique products & services that we provide:
Write Once Read Many (WORM) hard disk drives are a unique, easy to use technology that protects both
systems and data from malicious cyber-attacks. This technology, called CYBERdisk™ and WORMdisk™,
protects the Master Boot Record (MBR) and partition tables on the OS boot disk from malicious cyber-attacks,
prevents firmware viruses, prevents data sabotage, manipulation, deletion and reformatting, and protects
against crypto viruses like Ransomware.
The technology uses standard interfaces, is plug-and-play, and is used like standard disk drives. It is Technical
Readiness Level 9 (TRL 9), TAA compliant (made in the USA), has been deployed in government, commercial
and financial applications and is available on several GWAC contract vehicles.
We would like to bring awareness to Government agencies that this technology exists today to defend our
national IT assets against cyber-attacks. It is simple to use, and works like a typical disk drive with Windows,
Linux and Mac systems.
This innovative approach protects data and systems by embedding the security where it belongs, at the lowest
level, inside of the disk hardware itself, and it cannot be bypassed. They provide the Last Line of Defense to
Company Name: GreenTec-USA, Inc.
Cage Code: 6KCT1
Products: CYBERdisks™, WORMdisks™ & Servers
E-mail: info@greentec-usa.com
Phone: (703) 880-8332
Company Website: www.GreenTec-USA.com
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protect sensitive data and the OS from cyber-attacks, at the core level, within the disk hardware, are OS
independent and access permissions independent and the protections are always within the disk.
Survivable Systems = CYBERdisks to protect sensitive parts of the OS boot disk from MBR, partition
table and firmware cyber-attacks.
Survivable Data = WORMdisks to protect static data files and critical data from sabotage, manipulation,
deletion, re-formatting, Ransomware, firmware and data directed cyber-attacks.
Specific challenges that our products & services solve:
CYBERdisks™ and WORMdisks™ immediately benefit Government Information Technology applications that
need their data or systems to be protected from cyber-attacks, insider threats, or accidental deletion caused
by human errors.
Key advantages:
Immediate and constant system and data defense against cyber-attacks and insider threats.
Hardware security, not dependent on host, operating system, access controls or software, and cannot
be circumvented.
Easy to use like any other disk, it shows up as the C: or D: drive or as a mount point.
Uses standard applications, supports standard file systems, native file formats, drag-and drop.
Plug-and-play, may be a local SATA disk to a motherboard, or Host Bus Adapter (HBA), external USB, or
network shared with standard NFS, CIFS, Samba, iSCSI protocols and interfaces.
Data protection may be temporary in the case of frequent updates, or permanent with incremental
enforcement, or the entire disk may be permanently locked for static data files.
Instant full disk data lock down in the event of a cyber-attack detection on dynamic data files.
Typical data encryption may prevent unauthorized disclosure, but it does not prevent re-encryption by
crypto-viruses, data deletion, or disk re-formatting. WORMdisk technology couples with FIPS 140-2
encryption to protect data from disclosure AND to protect data from sabotage, manipulation and
deletion. This is the only technology that can do both.
Prevents Ransomware and firmware viruses which are nearly impossible to detect with AntiVirus tools.
Supports online/offline/nearline/archive capabilities. Up to 100 year data shelf life.
Value that our products & services bring to the Government:
Specific use case examples include: Sensors and Intelligence Collections, Combat Support Systems,
Communications Systems, Air, Ground & Sea Defense Systems, Forward Operating Base (FOB)
Deployments, DoD 5015.2 Electronic Records Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Logistics & Supply
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Chain, Command and Control Systems, Industrial Control Systems, Acquisition Systems, Personnel
Records, Medical Systems and Devices, Training Reference Material, Mobile Cloud–based Systems,
Utilities and Power Grid, and Financial Infrastructure.
Current clients and deployments:
DISA: WORMdisks and CYBERdisks have passed DISA cyber-attack penetration testing. Tech
presentations to DISA CTO, DISA Cyber Risk Manager & DISA Infrastructure Executive. Sponsored
for DISA CIO Technical Exchange meeting. DISA Cyber Red Team review reports technology works
to protect systems and data.
NIST: GreenTec’s technologies have been selected as a component in the NIST National
Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) Data Integrity Project.
DHS: Discussions with cyber groups to integrate our technology to protect audit log files for
intrusion detection systems, and to help protect against election fraud with voting machines.
NIAP: Working with the National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) to obtain Common
Criteria Evaluation & Validation Scheme (CCEVS) certification.
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ): Thousands delivered for digital evidence collection for video
surveillance.
Dell Solution Center (DSC) in Reston: WORMdisks™ integrated and tested in Dell server products.
Rosenthal Collins Brokerage Firm: Deployed for protection of financial broker transactions.
Presidential Bank: Financial data to be used for permanent records and email retention.
U.S. Bureau of Prisons: To create permanent record of conversations for their deaf/mute prisoners.
Exxon Mobile: For distribution of their software to ensure no viruses are injected.
Washoe County: Conversion of their deteriorating microfiche land and tax records to be stored
online on protected media.
DIGISTOR: Partner for video surveillance applications.
Alcatel-Lucent: Permanent long-term data storage retention.
Veterans Affairs: Working with VA for Proof of Concept for 5 projects.
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Our products are available on the following GWAC contract vehicles:
GSA Schedule 70, NASA SEWP 5, VA T4, CIO-CS
What is the competition for WORM technology?
For Write Once Read Many (WORM) technologies, on the low end DVD/CDROM are low-cost, readily available
WORM technologies but are low-density and very slow. It is impossible to search 6TB of data on a DVD which
would span over 1,200 DVDs, as compared to a single high-speed 6TB hard disk drive.
On the high-end, there are write protect WORM appliances (e,g. EMC Centera), that are software-based with
vulnerable software controlling write permissions. They are very expensive, complex to use, have a history of
being hacked and bypassed, and you need the entire appliance to protect your data. Further, you can remove
disks from that appliance, re-format them and you have lost all of your data.
WORMdisks™ are the only hard disk drive technology that protects data at the hardware-level, are simple to
use, protects from data sabotage, manipulation, destruction, re-formatting, crypto viruses (e.g. Ransomware),
firmware viruses and other cyber-attacks and human error. They may be used as internal, external USB, or
network shared storage.
CYBERdisks™ are the only hard disk drive technology that protects the OS boot disk’s Master Boot Record
(MBR) and partition tables from dangerous attacks like those that crippled Sony and Aramco Oil. Both
CYBERdisks and WORMdisks also protect against firmware viruses.
Distinguishing features of our technology from the competition:
CYBERdisks™ & WORMdisks™ protect data against sabotage, manipulation, modification, deletion or re-
formatting with security built into the disk itself. The security protection cannot be bypassed and it travels
with the disk, regardless of operating system used or access permissions. Capacities scale from a single
500GB WORMdisk™, up to multiple Petabytes. They are available as internal disks, USB/eSATA external
disks, or rack mount WORMdisk™ Storage Servers.