Human + Social Aspects
Information Accuracy
Errors + failures of computer systems caused by bad
programming, poor training, poor procedures
Consequences of inaccurate info:
Breakdown of user trust
Incorrect/delayed decision making
Decreased product quality
Data Protection
Control access to physical data:
As important to protect paper records, backup media to
protect data
Control access to computers:
Keep computers with valuable info in locked rooms
Use screensavers with password protection
Ensure login password when computer boots up
Use firewalls, anti-virus + anti-spyware
Protect against unauthorised wireless access (Bluetooth +
WiFi)
Limit + Control the use of portable storage:
Do not keep only copies of data on portable storage (easily
lost/stolen)
The Criminal Aspect
Social engineering
Use of deception to manipulate/con someone into giving
confidential info or giving access to their computer or premises
(can be used to impersonate them) install malware, or fraudulent
purposes
Be sceptical of money offers
Computer Misuse
Consequences of invasion of privacy:
Loss of productivity
Identity theft
Distortion of reality through filter that personalise info
Malware