P4- Describe the actions taken to reduce risks to
security whilst using the internet for different types
of business activities.
The risk to security while using the internet is viruses. Some
viruses may be just trouble; others can be extremely harmful to e-
businesses. some of the treats they may pose are:
1) Malware
a) Malware is software that is intended to damage or disable
computers and computer systems without the owner’s
knowledge. Malware is the shortened term for “malicious
software,” and it typically is characterized by the intent of
the creator rather than by its features.
b) Solution
i) The best approach to preventing malware attacks is
one that is proactive. A proactive approach to malware
prevention is the following: Ensure that all security
updates and patches are installed, avoid suspicious
websites and links and emails, Review software
carefully before downloading, have firewalls, leverage
strong, unique passwords, and install an anti-virus/anti-
malware software.
2) Ransomware
a) Ransomware is a type of malware program that infects,
locks, or takes control of a system and demands ransom
to undo it. Ransomware attacks and infects a computer
with the intention of extorting money from its owner.
Ransomware may also be referred to as a crypto-virus,
crypto-Trojan or crypto-worm.
b) Solution
i) There are a number of steps you can take in proactive
ransomware protection: Back up your files regularly
and frequently, Complete operating system and any
software updates as soon as possible, Do not click on
security whilst using the internet for different types
of business activities.
The risk to security while using the internet is viruses. Some
viruses may be just trouble; others can be extremely harmful to e-
businesses. some of the treats they may pose are:
1) Malware
a) Malware is software that is intended to damage or disable
computers and computer systems without the owner’s
knowledge. Malware is the shortened term for “malicious
software,” and it typically is characterized by the intent of
the creator rather than by its features.
b) Solution
i) The best approach to preventing malware attacks is
one that is proactive. A proactive approach to malware
prevention is the following: Ensure that all security
updates and patches are installed, avoid suspicious
websites and links and emails, Review software
carefully before downloading, have firewalls, leverage
strong, unique passwords, and install an anti-virus/anti-
malware software.
2) Ransomware
a) Ransomware is a type of malware program that infects,
locks, or takes control of a system and demands ransom
to undo it. Ransomware attacks and infects a computer
with the intention of extorting money from its owner.
Ransomware may also be referred to as a crypto-virus,
crypto-Trojan or crypto-worm.
b) Solution
i) There are a number of steps you can take in proactive
ransomware protection: Back up your files regularly
and frequently, Complete operating system and any
software updates as soon as possible, Do not click on
