DDoS and Data Security

Question 1

DDoS what does it stand for?

Answer 1

Distributed Denial Of Service

Question 2

How does a DDoS work?

Answer 2

• Multiple machines infected by malware work together with the leader machine
• Webserver is sent an overwhelming amount of traffic at the same time
• This causes the web server to fail or time-out as a result. A denial of service.

Question 3

How can data security be improved?

Answer 3

• Using anti-malware software
• Using firewalls
• Changing passwords regularly

Question 4

3 ways how can we prevent the loss of data?

Answer 4

• Creating a backup (Lost data can be replaced)
• Installing a Firewall (The network will be monitored and prevent attackers from gaining access and deleting data)
• Installing Anti-malware software (If viruses are installed, they can be detected t and removed by the anti-malware software)

Question 5

How can we prevent a keylogger from seeing what we type on a bank’s website?

Answer 5

Using a drop-down menu

Question 6

Why may biometrics be superior to ordinary passwords?

Answer 6

They are unique to every individual making them difficult to replicate. Additionally, there is nothing to remember.