week 6
R10.6 Risk mitigation controls to prevent threats to digital systems:
• National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Cyber Essentials:
o firewall to secure internet connections
o choose most secure settings for devices and software
o control access to data and services
o protection from viruses and malware
o up-to-date software and devices
anti-virus and anti-malware software
Firewalls:
o software
o hardware
Intrusion detection and prevention systems
Encryption:
o purpose
o process
o protocols
User access, policies and procedures:
o permissions
o IT user policies
Staff training and CPD (continuous professional development):
o human firewall
Back-ups:
o full
o incremental
o differential
Software and system maintenance:
o importance of latest software updates
o scheduled maintenance
o interruption to service
Air gaps
Honeypot
Virtual private networks (VPNs)
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2025-05-06 15:18:45
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