COMPUTER ETHICS AND SECURITY
TYPES OF THREATS AND ATTACKS
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Question
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What is gaining unauthorised access to a computer system also known as?
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Hacking
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Spamming
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Phishing
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Logging on
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Unauthorized computer access, popularly referred to as hacking, describes a criminal action whereby someone uses a computer to knowingly gain access to data in a system without permission to access that data.
Detailed explanation-2: -Hacking is the unauthorised use of or access into computers or networks by using security vulnerabilities or bypassing usual security steps to gain access. Criminals may hack systems or networks to steal money or information, or simply to disrupt businesses.
Detailed explanation-3: -Cyber hacking, also known as cyber attacking, is the practice of intentionally exploiting weaknesses in an organization’s computer systems.
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