COMPUTER THREATS SECURITY
TYPES OF NETWORK SECURITY
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Administrators create computers or networks that are alluring targets for intruders.
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Administrators attempt to access the network from outside using hacker tools.
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An organization hires an outside consultant to evaluate the security conditions on the network.
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An organization hires an outside consultant who attempts to compromise the network’s security measures.
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Detailed explanation-1: -A penetration test (pen test) is an authorized simulated attack performed on a computer system to evaluate its security. Penetration testers use the same tools, techniques, and processes as attackers to find and demonstrate the business impacts of weaknesses in a system.
Detailed explanation-2: -There are five penetration testing phases: reconnaissance, scanning, vulnerability assessment, exploitation, and reporting.
Detailed explanation-3: -Expert-Verified Answer Penetration testing tests the resilience of software and hardware systems against malicious attacks.
Detailed explanation-4: -1. Information Gathering. The first of the seven stages of penetration testing is information gathering. The organization being tested will provide the penetration tester with general information about in-scope targets.