This document discusses backdoors and how they can bypass normal authentication to gain access to systems. It defines different types of backdoors like hard-wired backdoors and Rakshasa backdoors, which are difficult to detect. Rakshasa backdoors can compromise BIOS and infect over 100 motherboards. The document also covers vulnerabilities like buffer overflows that can introduce backdoors. It lists the main motivations for backdoor attacks as hardware cloning and information leakage. Finally, it provides recommendations for preventing backdoors, such as installing security updates, scanning for backdoors, and updating anti-spyware software definitions regularly.
Introduction To Intrusion Detection SystemsPaul Green
An intrusion detection system (IDS) monitors network traffic and system activities for malicious activities or policy violations. An IDS typically consists of sensors to generate security events, a central engine to correlate events and generate alerts, and a console for administrators to monitor alerts. There are different types of IDS, including network IDS that monitor network traffic, and host-based IDS that monitor activities on individual hosts. While firewalls block unwanted traffic using rules, IDS are needed to monitor for attacks hidden in acceptable traffic and help identify unwanted network traffic using signatures and anomaly detection. IDS can operate passively by detecting anomalies and logging or actively by performing actions like blocking traffic (intrusion prevention system).
“We live in a world that has walls and those walls need to be guarded by men with guns”.
A short presentation on how to secure data and avoid theft of data. Also mention the tips and techniques to safe your data.
This document discusses wireless sensor technologies, focusing on LoRa and LoRaWAN. It defines LoRa as a long-range wireless communication protocol that operates in the license-free ISM radio bands and can be used to connect low-power devices. LoRaWAN is described as a network protocol that allows bi-directional communication between end-point devices and a central network server using LoRa. The document outlines the key components of LoRa networks including end-point devices (nodes), gateways that connect nodes to a network server, and network servers that communicate with end-point devices via gateways. It also describes LoRa network parameters and classes of devices in LoRaWAN networks.
This document provides a summary of common cybersecurity threats and risks that employees should be aware of through security awareness training. It lists over 30 different threats, such as phishing, malware, social engineering, password security, and data leaks. The purpose of security awareness training is to educate employees on these risks in order to develop a security-conscious company culture and create a "human firewall" against cyberattacks.
This document discusses the creation of a common standard and methodology for penetration testing called the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES). It aims to eliminate poorly performed "scanner monkey" tests and provide clear guidelines. The standard was created by a group of experienced penetration testers and is available online. They are seeking feedback and contributors to help complete the guidelines. The organizers hope to present the standard at Blackhat 2011 and improve the quality of penetration testing industry-wide.
Malware and Anti-Malware Seminar by Benny CzarnyOPSWAT
Benny Czarny presented an introduction to malware and anti-malware to computer science students at San Francisco State University. The presentation introduced the concept of malware, types of malware, and methods for detecting malware. Benny provided examples of historical malware and illustrations of the difficulties that security vendors face in detecting threats.
Il 9 maggio 2023 Vincenzo Calabrò ha tenuto una lezione per lo Sviluppo delle competenze digitali dal titolo: La cybersecurity e la protezione dei dati presso la Scuola Nazionale dell'Amministrazione.
https://www.vincenzocalabro.it
This document discusses backdoors and how they can bypass normal authentication to gain access to systems. It defines different types of backdoors like hard-wired backdoors and Rakshasa backdoors, which are difficult to detect. Rakshasa backdoors can compromise BIOS and infect over 100 motherboards. The document also covers vulnerabilities like buffer overflows that can introduce backdoors. It lists the main motivations for backdoor attacks as hardware cloning and information leakage. Finally, it provides recommendations for preventing backdoors, such as installing security updates, scanning for backdoors, and updating anti-spyware software definitions regularly.
Introduction To Intrusion Detection SystemsPaul Green
An intrusion detection system (IDS) monitors network traffic and system activities for malicious activities or policy violations. An IDS typically consists of sensors to generate security events, a central engine to correlate events and generate alerts, and a console for administrators to monitor alerts. There are different types of IDS, including network IDS that monitor network traffic, and host-based IDS that monitor activities on individual hosts. While firewalls block unwanted traffic using rules, IDS are needed to monitor for attacks hidden in acceptable traffic and help identify unwanted network traffic using signatures and anomaly detection. IDS can operate passively by detecting anomalies and logging or actively by performing actions like blocking traffic (intrusion prevention system).
“We live in a world that has walls and those walls need to be guarded by men with guns”.
A short presentation on how to secure data and avoid theft of data. Also mention the tips and techniques to safe your data.
This document discusses wireless sensor technologies, focusing on LoRa and LoRaWAN. It defines LoRa as a long-range wireless communication protocol that operates in the license-free ISM radio bands and can be used to connect low-power devices. LoRaWAN is described as a network protocol that allows bi-directional communication between end-point devices and a central network server using LoRa. The document outlines the key components of LoRa networks including end-point devices (nodes), gateways that connect nodes to a network server, and network servers that communicate with end-point devices via gateways. It also describes LoRa network parameters and classes of devices in LoRaWAN networks.
This document provides a summary of common cybersecurity threats and risks that employees should be aware of through security awareness training. It lists over 30 different threats, such as phishing, malware, social engineering, password security, and data leaks. The purpose of security awareness training is to educate employees on these risks in order to develop a security-conscious company culture and create a "human firewall" against cyberattacks.
This document discusses the creation of a common standard and methodology for penetration testing called the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES). It aims to eliminate poorly performed "scanner monkey" tests and provide clear guidelines. The standard was created by a group of experienced penetration testers and is available online. They are seeking feedback and contributors to help complete the guidelines. The organizers hope to present the standard at Blackhat 2011 and improve the quality of penetration testing industry-wide.
Malware and Anti-Malware Seminar by Benny CzarnyOPSWAT
Benny Czarny presented an introduction to malware and anti-malware to computer science students at San Francisco State University. The presentation introduced the concept of malware, types of malware, and methods for detecting malware. Benny provided examples of historical malware and illustrations of the difficulties that security vendors face in detecting threats.
Il 9 maggio 2023 Vincenzo Calabrò ha tenuto una lezione per lo Sviluppo delle competenze digitali dal titolo: La cybersecurity e la protezione dei dati presso la Scuola Nazionale dell'Amministrazione.
https://www.vincenzocalabro.it
This document provides a cheat sheet of industrial control system (ICS) and SCADA products along with relevant Google dorks and network information to identify them. It lists common ICS vendors like Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, General Electric and their products along with identifiers like default credentials, open ports, and SNMP strings that can be used for discovery and identification on Google, Shodan, or a network.
This document discusses the network analysis and intrusion detection software Snort. It provides information on Snort's architecture including its packet sniffer, preprocessor, detection engine, and alert logging capabilities. It also covers using Snort in various modes like sniffer, packet logger, and network intrusion detection system and provides an example Snort rule.
This document provides an overview of malware analysis, including both static and dynamic analysis techniques. Static analysis involves examining a file's code and components without executing it, such as identifying file types, checking hashes, and viewing strings. Dynamic analysis involves executing the malware in a controlled environment and monitoring its behavior and any system changes. Dynamic analysis tools discussed include Process Explorer, Process Monitor, and Autoruns to track malware processes, files accessed, and persistence mechanisms. Both static and dynamic analysis are needed to fully understand malware behavior.
Malware Detection - A Machine Learning PerspectiveChong-Kuan Chen
This document discusses machine learning approaches for malware detection. It notes that millions of new malware are created each year, making it difficult for signature-based antivirus software to keep up. Machine learning is presented as a potential solution by automatically constructing models to detect malware based on training data. However, the quality of the training data and features is critical, as machine learning risks producing garbage outputs from garbage inputs. Different machine learning algorithms and evaluation benchmarks are also discussed.
This document discusses malware analysis tools used by Team 8. It defines malware analysis and the different types - static and dynamic. It describes use cases for malware analysis like detection and research. It then discusses technological solutions for detecting and preventing firewall malware. It outlines the endpoint security stack and how endpoints are protected. It defines a sandbox and how it is used to detect malware behavior in a virtual machine. Finally, it lists some tools that can be used for malware analysis.
- Malware analysis involves both static and dynamic analysis techniques to understand malware behavior and assess potential damage. Static analysis involves disassembling and reviewing malware code and structure without executing it. Dynamic analysis observes malware behavior when executed in an isolated virtual environment.
- Tools for static analysis include file hashing, string extraction, and PE header examination. Dynamic analysis tools monitor the registry, file system, processes, and network traffic created by malware runtime behavior. These include Process Monitor, Wireshark, Process Explorer, and network sniffers.
- To safely conduct malware analysis, one should create an isolated virtual lab separated from production networks, and install behavioral monitoring and code analysis tools like OllyDbg, Process Monitor, and Wiresh
Bots are malicious programs that infect computers without the owner's permission and join networks of infected machines called botnets. Botnets are then used by cybercriminals to carry out illegal activities like spamming, denial of service attacks, and identity theft. Criminals infect machines using techniques like exploiting vulnerabilities on websites or getting users to download Trojan horse programs disguised as other files. The bots communicate with command and control servers operated by the criminals to receive instructions. Activities facilitated by botnets include large-scale spamming, hosting phishing websites, and distributed denial of service attacks.
This document provides a vulnerability assessment report for a network called the Grey Network. It analyzes vulnerabilities found on 3 machines with IP addresses 172.31.106.13, 172.31.106.90, and 172.31.106.196. The report found critical vulnerabilities on all machines from outdated operating systems and software. Specific issues included an unencrypted Telnet server, outdated Apache and OpenSSL versions, and Windows XP past its end of life. Scanning tools like Nmap, Nikto, and Nessus were used to detect these vulnerabilities. The report recommends patching all systems, updating to current versions, and disabling insecure services.
Looking to understand how hackers and other attackers use cyber technology to attack your network and your executives? This slide set provides an overview and details the anatomy of a cyber attack, and the strategies you can use to manage and mitigate risk.
We found that while cyber security was named as the topmost future tech adoption for organizations in 2019, cyber security is now the second tech priority for 2021 but with a higher budget than previously allocated. We also discovered that cloud security currently holds more importance with CISOs, CTOs and CIOs than data security and privacy.
This document discusses advanced persistent threats (APTs). It defines APTs, describes their stages including reconnaissance, delivery, exploitation, operation, data collection, and exfiltration. It then presents an APT detection framework called the Attack Pyramid that models APT attacks across physical, user access, network, and application planes and detects relevant events using algorithms and rules. Research papers are cited that further define APTs and propose the Attack Pyramid model for detecting such threats.
Malware analysis is important for responding quickly to security incidents and keeping costs down. Malware is the number one external threat and is adapting to evade traditional defenses like firewalls and antivirus software. When incidents do occur, organizations should have an in-house capability to analyze malware using free and open-source tools to understand the scope of infections and prevent recurrences.
Port forwarding allows redirection of network traffic from one port or IP address to another. It is commonly used to make internal network services accessible from outside by redirecting requests to internal hosts and remapping ports. There are different types of port forwarding including local port forwarding which allows access to remote machines through an intermediate machine, remote port forwarding which provides external access to local machines, and dynamic port forwarding which creates an encrypted tunnel via SSH to proxy network traffic and protect data on untrusted networks.
The document provides information on vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. It defines vulnerability assessment as a systematic approach to finding security issues in a network or system through manual and automated scanning. Penetration testing involves exploring and exploiting any vulnerabilities that are found to confirm their existence and potential damage. The document outlines the types of testing as blackbox, graybox, and whitebox. It also lists some common tools used for testing like Nmap, ZAP, Nikto, WPScan, and HostedScan. Finally, it provides examples of specific vulnerabilities found and their solutions, such as outdated themes/plugins, backup files being accessible, and SQL injection issues.
This document proposes a system to detect data leakage from agents by improving data allocation strategies and injecting fake records. The objective is to identify guilty agents that leak data by giving them enough evidence. It describes how current systems can detect hackers but lack sufficient evidence. The proposed system addresses this by using algorithms to intelligently distribute data and add fake objects, allowing accurate tracing of leakers. It outlines the modules for data allocation, fake objects, optimization, and distribution. The goal is to satisfy agent requests while enabling detection of any agents that leak portions of distributed data.
IPSec is a network protocol suite that authenticates and encrypts packets sent over a network. It includes three main protocols: Authentication Header (AH) which provides data authenticity and integrity; Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) which provides the same as AH plus data confidentiality; and Internet Key Exchange (IKE) which handles key exchange and management. IPSec can operate in either transport or tunnel mode. Transport mode covers just the packet payload while tunnel mode encapsulates the entire original packet. The document then describes the steps to implement an IPSec VPN between two sites, including creating ISAKMP policies, IP pools, transforms sets, crypto maps, and testing the connection.
Cryptography involves encrypting data to hide its meaning. Encryption converts plain text into unintelligible cipher text using an algorithm and a key, while decryption reconverts the cipher text into plain text. Symmetric key cryptography uses the same key for encryption and decryption, while asymmetric key cryptography uses different public and private keys. AES is a modern block cipher standard that uses 128, 192, or 256-bit keys and a 128-bit block size, providing stronger security than the older DES standard with its 56-bit key and 64-bit block size. AES encryption is considered very secure due to the huge number of possible keys.
Cryptography is the science of securing communication and information. It uses techniques like encryption and decryption to transform information into an unreadable format, called cipher text. There are different types of cryptography like secret key cryptography which uses a single key for encryption and decryption, and public key cryptography which uses different keys for encryption and decryption. Cryptography ensures security requirements like authentication, privacy, integrity and non-repudiation of digital information. It has advantages like privacy of communication but also disadvantages like the time needed for encryption and decryption.
This document provides a cheat sheet of industrial control system (ICS) and SCADA products along with relevant Google dorks and network information to identify them. It lists common ICS vendors like Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Schneider Electric, General Electric and their products along with identifiers like default credentials, open ports, and SNMP strings that can be used for discovery and identification on Google, Shodan, or a network.
This document discusses the network analysis and intrusion detection software Snort. It provides information on Snort's architecture including its packet sniffer, preprocessor, detection engine, and alert logging capabilities. It also covers using Snort in various modes like sniffer, packet logger, and network intrusion detection system and provides an example Snort rule.
This document provides an overview of malware analysis, including both static and dynamic analysis techniques. Static analysis involves examining a file's code and components without executing it, such as identifying file types, checking hashes, and viewing strings. Dynamic analysis involves executing the malware in a controlled environment and monitoring its behavior and any system changes. Dynamic analysis tools discussed include Process Explorer, Process Monitor, and Autoruns to track malware processes, files accessed, and persistence mechanisms. Both static and dynamic analysis are needed to fully understand malware behavior.
Malware Detection - A Machine Learning PerspectiveChong-Kuan Chen
This document discusses machine learning approaches for malware detection. It notes that millions of new malware are created each year, making it difficult for signature-based antivirus software to keep up. Machine learning is presented as a potential solution by automatically constructing models to detect malware based on training data. However, the quality of the training data and features is critical, as machine learning risks producing garbage outputs from garbage inputs. Different machine learning algorithms and evaluation benchmarks are also discussed.
This document discusses malware analysis tools used by Team 8. It defines malware analysis and the different types - static and dynamic. It describes use cases for malware analysis like detection and research. It then discusses technological solutions for detecting and preventing firewall malware. It outlines the endpoint security stack and how endpoints are protected. It defines a sandbox and how it is used to detect malware behavior in a virtual machine. Finally, it lists some tools that can be used for malware analysis.
- Malware analysis involves both static and dynamic analysis techniques to understand malware behavior and assess potential damage. Static analysis involves disassembling and reviewing malware code and structure without executing it. Dynamic analysis observes malware behavior when executed in an isolated virtual environment.
- Tools for static analysis include file hashing, string extraction, and PE header examination. Dynamic analysis tools monitor the registry, file system, processes, and network traffic created by malware runtime behavior. These include Process Monitor, Wireshark, Process Explorer, and network sniffers.
- To safely conduct malware analysis, one should create an isolated virtual lab separated from production networks, and install behavioral monitoring and code analysis tools like OllyDbg, Process Monitor, and Wiresh
Bots are malicious programs that infect computers without the owner's permission and join networks of infected machines called botnets. Botnets are then used by cybercriminals to carry out illegal activities like spamming, denial of service attacks, and identity theft. Criminals infect machines using techniques like exploiting vulnerabilities on websites or getting users to download Trojan horse programs disguised as other files. The bots communicate with command and control servers operated by the criminals to receive instructions. Activities facilitated by botnets include large-scale spamming, hosting phishing websites, and distributed denial of service attacks.
This document provides a vulnerability assessment report for a network called the Grey Network. It analyzes vulnerabilities found on 3 machines with IP addresses 172.31.106.13, 172.31.106.90, and 172.31.106.196. The report found critical vulnerabilities on all machines from outdated operating systems and software. Specific issues included an unencrypted Telnet server, outdated Apache and OpenSSL versions, and Windows XP past its end of life. Scanning tools like Nmap, Nikto, and Nessus were used to detect these vulnerabilities. The report recommends patching all systems, updating to current versions, and disabling insecure services.
Looking to understand how hackers and other attackers use cyber technology to attack your network and your executives? This slide set provides an overview and details the anatomy of a cyber attack, and the strategies you can use to manage and mitigate risk.
We found that while cyber security was named as the topmost future tech adoption for organizations in 2019, cyber security is now the second tech priority for 2021 but with a higher budget than previously allocated. We also discovered that cloud security currently holds more importance with CISOs, CTOs and CIOs than data security and privacy.
This document discusses advanced persistent threats (APTs). It defines APTs, describes their stages including reconnaissance, delivery, exploitation, operation, data collection, and exfiltration. It then presents an APT detection framework called the Attack Pyramid that models APT attacks across physical, user access, network, and application planes and detects relevant events using algorithms and rules. Research papers are cited that further define APTs and propose the Attack Pyramid model for detecting such threats.
Malware analysis is important for responding quickly to security incidents and keeping costs down. Malware is the number one external threat and is adapting to evade traditional defenses like firewalls and antivirus software. When incidents do occur, organizations should have an in-house capability to analyze malware using free and open-source tools to understand the scope of infections and prevent recurrences.
Port forwarding allows redirection of network traffic from one port or IP address to another. It is commonly used to make internal network services accessible from outside by redirecting requests to internal hosts and remapping ports. There are different types of port forwarding including local port forwarding which allows access to remote machines through an intermediate machine, remote port forwarding which provides external access to local machines, and dynamic port forwarding which creates an encrypted tunnel via SSH to proxy network traffic and protect data on untrusted networks.
The document provides information on vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. It defines vulnerability assessment as a systematic approach to finding security issues in a network or system through manual and automated scanning. Penetration testing involves exploring and exploiting any vulnerabilities that are found to confirm their existence and potential damage. The document outlines the types of testing as blackbox, graybox, and whitebox. It also lists some common tools used for testing like Nmap, ZAP, Nikto, WPScan, and HostedScan. Finally, it provides examples of specific vulnerabilities found and their solutions, such as outdated themes/plugins, backup files being accessible, and SQL injection issues.
This document proposes a system to detect data leakage from agents by improving data allocation strategies and injecting fake records. The objective is to identify guilty agents that leak data by giving them enough evidence. It describes how current systems can detect hackers but lack sufficient evidence. The proposed system addresses this by using algorithms to intelligently distribute data and add fake objects, allowing accurate tracing of leakers. It outlines the modules for data allocation, fake objects, optimization, and distribution. The goal is to satisfy agent requests while enabling detection of any agents that leak portions of distributed data.
IPSec is a network protocol suite that authenticates and encrypts packets sent over a network. It includes three main protocols: Authentication Header (AH) which provides data authenticity and integrity; Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) which provides the same as AH plus data confidentiality; and Internet Key Exchange (IKE) which handles key exchange and management. IPSec can operate in either transport or tunnel mode. Transport mode covers just the packet payload while tunnel mode encapsulates the entire original packet. The document then describes the steps to implement an IPSec VPN between two sites, including creating ISAKMP policies, IP pools, transforms sets, crypto maps, and testing the connection.
Cryptography involves encrypting data to hide its meaning. Encryption converts plain text into unintelligible cipher text using an algorithm and a key, while decryption reconverts the cipher text into plain text. Symmetric key cryptography uses the same key for encryption and decryption, while asymmetric key cryptography uses different public and private keys. AES is a modern block cipher standard that uses 128, 192, or 256-bit keys and a 128-bit block size, providing stronger security than the older DES standard with its 56-bit key and 64-bit block size. AES encryption is considered very secure due to the huge number of possible keys.
Cryptography is the science of securing communication and information. It uses techniques like encryption and decryption to transform information into an unreadable format, called cipher text. There are different types of cryptography like secret key cryptography which uses a single key for encryption and decryption, and public key cryptography which uses different keys for encryption and decryption. Cryptography ensures security requirements like authentication, privacy, integrity and non-repudiation of digital information. It has advantages like privacy of communication but also disadvantages like the time needed for encryption and decryption.
This document discusses project management. It contains repeated headings of "PROJECT MANAGEMENT" and numbers. The document instructs students to prepare a 10 minute presentation on an informative, persuasive, demonstration or training topic including visual aids and handouts. Students are also tasked with creating an invitation notice for the presentation, providing an agenda, announcement and establishing timing.
Cyber security expert Vivek Agarwal presented on cyber security. His presentation covered internet security, types of cyber crimes like hacking, child pornography, virus dissemination and cyber terrorism. It also discussed primary online risks like cyberbullies, predators, viruses and identity theft. The presentation provided steps individuals can take to boost cyber security such as using firewalls, automatic updates, antivirus and antispyware software. It emphasized educating families on internet safety and managing personal information.
Cryptography involves encrypting data to hide its meaning. Encryption converts plain text into unintelligible cipher text using an algorithm and a key, while decryption reconverts cipher text into plain text. Symmetric key cryptography uses the same key for encryption and decryption, while asymmetric key cryptography uses different public and private keys. Common symmetric algorithms are DES, which uses a 56-bit key, and the more secure AES, which allows 128-, 192-, or 256-bit keys and a larger 128-bit block size. AES is considered more secure than DES due to its larger key sizes and stronger algorithm.
Information Security Cryptography ( L01- introduction )Anas Rock
Introduction to DECRYPTION , which is the basis for the security and protection of information, you will learn the meaning of encryption and decryption and encryption keys used in the examples.
This document provides an overview of encryption, including its history, types, methods, and uses. Encryption is the process of converting plain text into ciphertext using an algorithm and key. Historically, ancient Babylonian merchants used carved stones for encryption. There are several types of encryption, including manual, transparent, symmetric, and asymmetric encryption. Encryption methods are categorized as stream or block cipher encryption. Encryption is used to protect information on computers, in transit such as for wireless phones, and to facilitate confidential transactions and digital signatures.
This document discusses cryptography and its various aspects. Cryptography is the science of securing communication and information. It involves encryption to encode data into an unreadable format and decryption to decode it. There are different types of cryptography like symmetric key, public key, and hash functions. Symmetric key uses a single key for encryption and decryption while public key uses different keys. Hash functions create a unique digest from data but the data cannot be recovered from the digest. Cryptography provides security features like authentication, privacy, integrity and non-repudiation. Keys are numerical values used in encryption algorithms. The document outlines advantages like privacy and disadvantages like the time needed for encryption and decryption.
The document describes a thesis submitted by Amogh Mahapatra and Rajballav Dash for their Bachelor of Technology degree. It examines using the Hill cipher technique and self-repetitive matrices for data encryption and decryption. Specifically, it proposes an innovation to the conventional Hill cipher method using the concept of self-repetitive matrices. This approach is mathematically derived and implemented using code to simulate a communication channel with compression techniques. The method aims to address issues with the Hill cipher by making it more difficult to crack through choosing an appropriate block size and modular index for the self-repetitive matrix.
This document summarizes Carrier Sense Multiple Access (CSMA) techniques for digital data communication systems. It describes four CSMA access modes: 1-Persistent, Non-Persistent, P-Persistent, and O-Persistent. It also discusses CSMA protocol modifications like CSMA with Collision Detection (CSMA/CD), CSMA with Collision Avoidance (CSMA/CA), and Virtual Time CSMA (VTCSMA). Applications of different CSMA techniques are provided. At the end, it mentions including a MATLAB code sample for CSMA/CD.
The document discusses cyberlaw and security in India. It provides an overview of the Information Technology Act 2000, which is the primary legislation dealing with internet issues. The objectives of the act are to provide a legal framework for e-commerce and facilitate electronic government filings and transactions. The act recognizes digital signatures and certifying authorities. It also covers some aspects of security, such as defining secure systems and procedures, and making breach of security a civil and criminal offense.
This document discusses cyber crime, cyber security, and cyber rights in India. It begins by defining cyber crime as any criminal activity performed using a computer, where the computer is used as a tool or target. It then covers the history of cyber crimes, categories of cyber crimes, types of cyber criminals, and weapons used in cyber crimes like hacking, viruses, phishing etc. A large portion discusses the Information Technology Act of 2000 and how it defines and punishes various cyber crimes in India such as data theft, hacking, spam, and cyberstalking. It also provides statistics on the scope of cyber crimes in India and why it is a major target. In conclusion, it discusses preparedness and policy initiatives the government is taking
This document discusses encryption and decryption. It was developed by four students and submitted to their professor. The document introduces encryption as converting plaintext to ciphertext and decryption as converting ciphertext back to plaintext. It explains that encryption uses a key to scramble the plaintext and decryption uses the same key to unscramble the ciphertext to retrieve the original plaintext. The document also briefly mentions the feasibility study, methodology, purpose of providing security, and system requirements for the encryption/decryption software.
The document defines various terms related to encryption and decryption such as encryption, decryption, cryptosystem, plaintext, and ciphertext. It describes different types of encryption algorithms including symmetric encryption which uses the same key for encryption and decryption, and asymmetric encryption which uses different keys. It also explains different encryption methods such as substitution ciphers including monoalphabetic and polyalphabetic substitutions as well as transposition ciphers. The Caesar cipher and Vigenère cipher are provided as examples. Factors that can be analyzed to cryptanalyze ciphers are also outlined.
CSMA/CD is a media access control method used in early Ethernet technology that uses carrier sensing to detect other signals while transmitting. It improves on CSMA by terminating transmission as soon as a collision is detected to shorten the time before resending. There are three types of CSMA protocols: 1-Persistent, Non-Persistent, and P-Persistent. CSMA/CD networks can detect collisions within twice the propagation delay allowing aborted collisions. It was used in older Ethernet variants and is still supported for backwards compatibility.
This presentation discusses various aspects of data encryption. It defines data encryption as mathematical calculations and algorithms that transform plain text into ciphertext. It then covers the main types of encryption, distinguishing between symmetric encryption which uses the same key for encryption and decryption, and asymmetric encryption which uses different public and private keys. The presentation also explains some common encryption methods like the Data Encryption Standard and public key cryptosystems.
DES was developed as a standard for communications and data protection by an IBM research team in response to a request from the National Bureau of Standards (now called NIST). DES uses the techniques of confusion and diffusion achieved through numerous permutations and the XOR operation. The basic DES process encrypts a 64-bit block using a 56-bit key over 16 complex rounds consisting of permutations and key-dependent calculations. Triple DES was developed as a more secure version of DES.
1. Encryption involves encoding messages so their meaning is obscured, while decryption is the reverse process of decoding encrypted messages.
2. Classical encryption techniques include symmetric key encryption where senders and receivers share a common key, and asymmetric key encryption which uses public and private key pairs.
3. Symmetric ciphers like the Caesar cipher and Vigenere cipher use substitution or transposition of letters to encrypt messages, while transposition ciphers rearrange letters in the message. Modern algorithms like Triple DES and Blowfish are also summarized.
Cryptography is the science of using mathematics to encrypt and decrypt data.
Cryptography enables you to store sensitive information or transmit it across insecure networks so that it cannot be read by anyone except the intended recipient.
LoginCat - Zero Trust Integrated CybersecurityRohit Kapoor
TekMonks provides a zero trust cybersecurity solution called LoginCat that offers three key benefits:
1. LoginCat eliminates passwords and implements pass phrase authentication and multi-factor authentication to secure access.
2. The LoginCat Smart Firewall only allows authenticated users to access approved applications from their verified devices, blocking all other access.
3. LoginCat's built-in security operations center monitors for threats and alerts administrators of any unauthorized access or rogue IP addresses, providing reliable security alerts.
Ryan Wilson - ryanwilson.com - IoT SecurityRyan Wilson
This document provides a summary of an IoT security presentation. It discusses what IoT devices are, why they pose security risks, and how others have been affected by IoT compromises. The presentation then outlines a basic IoT security checklist and covers common attack vectors like weak passwords, lack of encryption and patching, and physical security issues. It emphasizes the importance of inventory, segmentation, strong unique passwords, logging, and engagement with device vendors on security responsibilities and practices.
Security Architecture for Cyber Physical SystemsAlan Tatourian
The document discusses considerations for automotive cybersecurity. It begins with two quotes about trust and progresses through discussing technological advances, architecture goals, security goals, advanced design concepts, and concludes with an agenda. The document covers a wide range of topics related to automotive cybersecurity including hardware security, software security, safety and reliability, cryptography, and system architecture.
Energy Sector Security Metrics - June 2013Andy Bochman
The US Congress, DHS and the man on the street say the grid is not secure enough. Well how do they know? How does anyone know how secure they are today? And how would one define how secure is secure enough? Unless we can begin to measure, we'll never be able to baseline, and never be able to road map to a demonstrable, more secure future state. So let's get started.
LoginCat - the only application layer, zero trust, and negative trust cybersecurity solution out there.
Secure your Enterprise applications, at the application layer, which is exactly what hackers are after, without any modification to the applications themselves.
This document provides an overview of the LoginCat security software. It begins with background on the company TekMonks and then discusses current cybersecurity challenges, issues with traditional perimeter-based security solutions, and how LoginCat addresses these issues with a zero-trust, application-layer approach. LoginCat eliminates passwords and user IDs, uses passphrases and AI-based algorithms to secure access. It can integrate with existing applications via adapters and provides benefits like single sign-on, automated credential changes, and auditability.
This document introduces LoginCat security software from TekMonks. It summarizes TekMonks' business operations and provides context on growing cybersecurity threats. LoginCat is presented as a solution to secure existing enterprise applications without modifications. It uses frequently changing passphrases instead of passwords and eliminates user IDs for zero-trust authentication. LoginCat integrates with applications via scripting adapters and detects hacks using behavioral analysis to prevent damages from internal breaches. The software is available both on-premises and in the cloud, and provides auditing of login activity across applications.
This document provides an overview of TekMonks' LoginCat security software. It discusses the challenges of securing existing enterprise applications given today's security threats. LoginCat aims to securely authenticate users across internal and cloud applications without requiring any application changes. It uses frequently changing passphrases instead of passwords and eliminates user IDs for a zero-trust approach. LoginCat can integrate with applications via scripting adapters and provides single sign-on. It also uses algorithms to detect hack attempts and lock out threats. The software is available both on-premises and in the cloud.
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It's time to change the basics of Cyber SecurityJiří Napravnik
Take a look also at the Three Laws of ICT Security.
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1. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Current rules of IT Security are not a dogma, what not worksCurrent rules of IT Security are not a dogma, what not works
well, it must be changedwell, it must be changed
author : Jiří Nápravník
napravnik.jiri@salamandr.cz
2. People create software, computer viruses and CyberPeople create software, computer viruses and Cyber
security rulessecurity rules
People can change this !!People can change this !!
author : Jiří Nápravník
napravnik.jiri@salamandr.cz
3. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
● When a child wants to ride a bike, he/ she must
learn to sit, stand, walk, then hold your balance
while running and only then has the chance to
learn to ride a bicycle well.
● In the IT environment is an important initial
steps omitted. That is the
cause of persistent problems
with IT security and data
protection.
4. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Content :
● IT and non-IT environment
● The Three Laws of Cyber Securiry
● Analysis of the source code
● Methods for user login
5. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
IT and non-IT environment
– Food, toysFood, toys
● Testing food or toys for harmful substances
● ISO 7002, ISO 6541, etc.
– CarsCars
● NCAP crash tests
● ISO 16949, etc.
– SoftwareSoftware
● In SW is a lot of mistakes. “Specialist” say : It is not possible to do
otherwise.
● In the software was hidden features - http://www.eeggs.com/tree/1119.html
6. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
IT and non-IT environment
•
Production of Food or Cars must respect the laws of nature - biology,Production of Food or Cars must respect the laws of nature - biology,
chemistry, physics, etc.chemistry, physics, etc.
•
Creating software is only human activity which does not respect the laws ofCreating software is only human activity which does not respect the laws of
nature.nature.
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Quality and security software are based only on human workQuality and security software are based only on human work
7. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
The current state of IT security
● First, there was created the HW / SW
market, free and uncontrolled market.
After several security incidents are dealt IT
security
● How to solve security, today say authors
SW and advisors
● Cyber Security is now a business
● Authors SW claims to customers that there
is no other solution
8. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
The current state of IT Security
Flaw, Back Door is maybe the interest of creators and
governments
Today there is no evidence for
or against
This is a great system errorThis is a great system error
Is time to change the Cyber SecurityIs time to change the Cyber Security
9. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
The current state of IT Security
In fact :
● The virus can attacks the adversary system, but
can turn against its creators
● Misinformation and concealment makes it
difficult for revealing the actual attacker, and
may be accused innocent
● Revealing and description of the virus is a source
of information for other virus writers
10. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Corfirmation Bias
● The current solution is the only possible
● It is not possible to create better solutions
● Users are inexperienced, inattentive.They are
the greatest risk to IT
11. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
To whom help the change of the basics of IT and who earn on it?
• Owners, CEOs, CIOs, CSIOs, users and admins
• Confidence returns to IT
• Changes will also help authors SW
• It will also help authors of
security solutions
12. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security
Basis of security
for the entire
field of IT
13. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security
● It will be a basic control mechanism
● Compares the parameters of file from the user's computer and compares it
with the same file by the author SW
● This a new control mechanism is for all operating systems and applications.
Can check Desktop, Server, smartphone, tablet, SCADA / PLC, IoT, etc.
Can also check the firmware and all files from the upgrade.
14. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security
● It will be a basic check mechanism
● In the users device (PC, phone, SCADA, IoT) will not be able to install a file
that can not be verified
● In the users device can not run the application whose parts (files and/ or
libraries) can not be verified
● File that changed the virus, hacker or some other error is detected quickly
and can not be run on the device (PC, phone, SCADA, IoT, etc.)
15. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security
16. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security
Possible objections - this solutions do not solve weaknesses in the software
(operating systems or app)
● YES. Reducing the number of weaknesses is the task for the authors SW
● TheThree Laws of Cyber security set rules to prevent editing files by a virus
or hackers
● The system, which will be useTheThree Laws of Cyber security, will be
resistant computer viruses
17. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Analysis of the source code
Analysis will contribute
to a sustained reduction
of weaknesses or close
backdoor in the programs
18. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Analysis of the source code
● Tools for searching weaknesses in source code already exist
● Tools are becoming increasingly sophisticated
● Now, in the present analysis / modernization of the source code is not
mandatory. It depends on the access of SW firms
19. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Analysis of the source code
● There are projects
– OWASP, etc.
● Exist commercial solutions
● Checkmarx, Klockwork,VERACODE, atd.
●
Now is not pressure on SW companies to carry out an analysis of theNow is not pressure on SW companies to carry out an analysis of the
source codesource code
20. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security and
Analysis of the source code
● TheThree Laws of Cyber Security ensures that in the device (PC, phone,
SCADA, IoT, etc.) will not run an infected or unknown program.
● Analysis of the source code will help improve quality of SW.This will
reduce the space through which hacker can to exploit file
21. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
TheThree Laws of Cyber Security and
Analysis of the source code
● The first and second level of the pyramid of ICT security remove virus
infections and hacker attacks through bugs/ vulnerabilities in the
programs.
● The next level - attack using stolen username and password
– It's a similar situation as theft and misuse of keys from an apartment or car
22. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Rules for users login
● In the IT environment is still talking about the fact that users use
passwords that can be easily guessed
● Human behavior is not easy to change
● Settings of server / login are easy to change
23. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Rules for users login
● Weak passwords
– Instead of an inexperienced user can solve the problem an experienced author and /
or the system administrator
– Creator of the system or administrator will always have more experience than a
regular user
– Creator of the system or the administrator can set restrictions that will prevent
users to use weak password
24. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
Rules for users login
● Example beyond IT - seat belts in the car
– Useing seat belts is uncomfortable
– Many users are reluctant to use seat belts
● Solution: automobile manufacturers in the new models use control on
seat belts. If the driver moves off without a fastened seat belts then is
heard a warning.
25. PYRAMID of Cyber SecurityPYRAMID of Cyber Security
1,Basis - comparing the checksums of the files in the user's device with
checksums same file from author SW
– The virus has no chance of long-term work in the user's device
2,The next level - Analysis of the source code of software, especially
operating systems
– Virus or hacker does not have a chance once-times or repeatedly abused
weaknesses in SW
3, Changed looking at user logon
– Millions of users can not be changed. A simpler is to change approach the authors
of applications like the changed approach automobile manufacturers to control
seat belts
26. Current rules of Cyber Security are not aCurrent rules of Cyber Security are not a
dogmadogma !!
● IT is the technical branch. Like in
mechanical or electrical engineering, it
is possible to change the outdated
solutions.
● It is therefore possible to change the
basics of the IT.
27. Current rules of Cyber Security are not aCurrent rules of Cyber Security are not a
dogmadogma !!
● Do you really want to change the
situation in the Cyber security?
● Support the three laws of Cyber
security and other changes associated
with it.
● Share the link of this presentation, or
email us, thank you
28. Current rules of Cyber Security are not aCurrent rules of Cyber Security are not a
dogmadogma !!
Thank you for your time and interest
author : Jiří Nápravník
napravnik.jiri@salamandr.cz