CYBERSECURITY VIVES ZUID V5Y044
Noa Vervisch
13-02-2024 16:13
CYBERSECURITY ENG
WAT EXACTLY IS MALWARE?
Wat exactly is malware?
Malware attack is a software that causes damage to a computer without the knowledge of the end user.
(malware= malicious software)
WHAT IS PHISHING?
What is phishing?
Phishing means that fraudsters send you an email to a fake website. You must then enter your details via that website
(your own details or bank card). In this way they steal money or data from the person.
WHAT EXACTLY IS A 'MAN IN THE MIDDLE'-ATTACK?
What exactly is a 'man in the middle'-attack?
The hacker gains access to the information path between the client and the website's server. the hacker takes over the
IP address of the client. This ensures that the hacker is in the middle between the website and the client.
Which allows him to steal data and money.
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN A VICTIM OF A HACK OR CYBERSECURITY ATTACK YOURSELF OR DO YOU KNOW
SOMEONE? IF YES, WHAT DID YOU DO THEN; IF NO, WHAT ACTIONS DO YOU TAKE TO AVOID BECOMING A
VICTIM OF CYBER ATTACKS?
Have you ever been a victim of a hack or cybersecurity attack yourself or do you know someone? If yes, what did you do
then; if no, what actions do you take to avoid becoming a victim of cyber attacks?
My parents experienced a phishing that resulted in 400 euros being taken from their account. They immediately reported
the site and the link to the police and called cardstop.
Unfortunately, it was not possible to get the money back. But we have learned to be extra careful with online links and
websites.
How do you prevent this?
- Do not open questionable sites and links
- My bank account details were quickly entered into sites I don't know
- Don't click on messages
- Discuss with parents
- Check sites
, SUPPOSE YOU HAVE JUST STARTED A BUSINESS AND YOU HAVE ALREADY ACCUMULATED A NICE
CUSTOMER BASE AND SUDDENLY YOU ARE HACKED. WHAT WOULD YOU DO? PAY UP, NOT PAY UP, INFORM
THE POLICE AND POSSIBLY SUFFER REPUTATIONAL DAMAGE AS A RESULT? DESCRIBE YOUR ANSWER IN
ABOUT 5 SENTENCES.
Suppose you have just started a business and you have already accumulated a nice customer base and suddenly you
are hacked. What would you do? Pay up, not pay up, inform the police and possibly suffer reputational damage as a
result? Describe your answer in about 5 sentences.
If my company were to be hacked, my first step would be to assess the impact of the attack and limit any further
damage. I would inform the appropriate authorities, such as police or cyber security services. At the same time, I would
inform my affected customers. And indicate their steps to protect themselves.
Paying ransom is tempting, but can of course also lead to more dangers. Plus there is no guarantee of data recovery.
Ultimately, it is important that priority is given to customers first and that the infringement is prevented as much as
possible from causing more damage, even if it entails reputational damage in the long term.
LOOK FOR A CASE WHERE A SOLUTION WAS FOUND TO THIS PROBLEM AND ELABORATE ON YOUR
EXAMPLE.
Look for a case where a solution was found to this problem and elaborate on your example.
In 2022, Vives University of Applied Sciences was the victim of a cyber attack. the hacker tried to get in using a
password from one of the students, but fortunately the hacker was unable to do so.
This attack caused all systems to temporarily shut down.
As students, we were also asked to reset our passwords and start working with an authenticator.
The reason for the cyber attack is not known, they assumed it was extortion where they wanted personal information
from our students and teachers and then later asked for a ransom in exchange.
https://www.vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/2022/04/12/cyberaanval-hogeschool-vives/#:~:text=De hogeschool VIVES is
het,wachtwoorden opnieuw in te stellen.
HAVE YOU READ ABOUT CYBER INSURANCE FOR BUSINESSES? LOOK THIS UP AND DESCRIBE WHAT IS
THEN INSURED OR WHAT STEPS YOU NEED TO TAKE BEFORE A FIRM WILL INSURE YOUR ORGANIZATION.
(AT LEAST 10 SENTENCES)
Have you read about cyber insurance for businesses? Look this up and describe what is then insured or what steps you
need to take before a firm will insure your organization. (at least 10 sentences)
Before a business becomes insured, several steps must be taken, including:
If a company wants to be insured against cyber attacks, they must take some steps as mentioned above. These are:
Risk analysis: Indicate which possible cyber threats it may face what impact it may have on the company and finances.
Security measures: The insurer to which the company is bound may request that certain security measures be
implemented against cyber attacks. (e.g. firewalls)
Policies and procedures: The company must have clear protocols and procedures.
Review of Existing Insurance: Review the company's insurance policies to identify potential gaps in coverage.
If you follow these steps, you can work with your insurance company of choice to take out appropriate cyber insurance
that covers the risks of cyber threats.
Noa Vervisch
13-02-2024 16:13
CYBERSECURITY ENG
WAT EXACTLY IS MALWARE?
Wat exactly is malware?
Malware attack is a software that causes damage to a computer without the knowledge of the end user.
(malware= malicious software)
WHAT IS PHISHING?
What is phishing?
Phishing means that fraudsters send you an email to a fake website. You must then enter your details via that website
(your own details or bank card). In this way they steal money or data from the person.
WHAT EXACTLY IS A 'MAN IN THE MIDDLE'-ATTACK?
What exactly is a 'man in the middle'-attack?
The hacker gains access to the information path between the client and the website's server. the hacker takes over the
IP address of the client. This ensures that the hacker is in the middle between the website and the client.
Which allows him to steal data and money.
HAVE YOU EVER BEEN A VICTIM OF A HACK OR CYBERSECURITY ATTACK YOURSELF OR DO YOU KNOW
SOMEONE? IF YES, WHAT DID YOU DO THEN; IF NO, WHAT ACTIONS DO YOU TAKE TO AVOID BECOMING A
VICTIM OF CYBER ATTACKS?
Have you ever been a victim of a hack or cybersecurity attack yourself or do you know someone? If yes, what did you do
then; if no, what actions do you take to avoid becoming a victim of cyber attacks?
My parents experienced a phishing that resulted in 400 euros being taken from their account. They immediately reported
the site and the link to the police and called cardstop.
Unfortunately, it was not possible to get the money back. But we have learned to be extra careful with online links and
websites.
How do you prevent this?
- Do not open questionable sites and links
- My bank account details were quickly entered into sites I don't know
- Don't click on messages
- Discuss with parents
- Check sites
, SUPPOSE YOU HAVE JUST STARTED A BUSINESS AND YOU HAVE ALREADY ACCUMULATED A NICE
CUSTOMER BASE AND SUDDENLY YOU ARE HACKED. WHAT WOULD YOU DO? PAY UP, NOT PAY UP, INFORM
THE POLICE AND POSSIBLY SUFFER REPUTATIONAL DAMAGE AS A RESULT? DESCRIBE YOUR ANSWER IN
ABOUT 5 SENTENCES.
Suppose you have just started a business and you have already accumulated a nice customer base and suddenly you
are hacked. What would you do? Pay up, not pay up, inform the police and possibly suffer reputational damage as a
result? Describe your answer in about 5 sentences.
If my company were to be hacked, my first step would be to assess the impact of the attack and limit any further
damage. I would inform the appropriate authorities, such as police or cyber security services. At the same time, I would
inform my affected customers. And indicate their steps to protect themselves.
Paying ransom is tempting, but can of course also lead to more dangers. Plus there is no guarantee of data recovery.
Ultimately, it is important that priority is given to customers first and that the infringement is prevented as much as
possible from causing more damage, even if it entails reputational damage in the long term.
LOOK FOR A CASE WHERE A SOLUTION WAS FOUND TO THIS PROBLEM AND ELABORATE ON YOUR
EXAMPLE.
Look for a case where a solution was found to this problem and elaborate on your example.
In 2022, Vives University of Applied Sciences was the victim of a cyber attack. the hacker tried to get in using a
password from one of the students, but fortunately the hacker was unable to do so.
This attack caused all systems to temporarily shut down.
As students, we were also asked to reset our passwords and start working with an authenticator.
The reason for the cyber attack is not known, they assumed it was extortion where they wanted personal information
from our students and teachers and then later asked for a ransom in exchange.
https://www.vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/2022/04/12/cyberaanval-hogeschool-vives/#:~:text=De hogeschool VIVES is
het,wachtwoorden opnieuw in te stellen.
HAVE YOU READ ABOUT CYBER INSURANCE FOR BUSINESSES? LOOK THIS UP AND DESCRIBE WHAT IS
THEN INSURED OR WHAT STEPS YOU NEED TO TAKE BEFORE A FIRM WILL INSURE YOUR ORGANIZATION.
(AT LEAST 10 SENTENCES)
Have you read about cyber insurance for businesses? Look this up and describe what is then insured or what steps you
need to take before a firm will insure your organization. (at least 10 sentences)
Before a business becomes insured, several steps must be taken, including:
If a company wants to be insured against cyber attacks, they must take some steps as mentioned above. These are:
Risk analysis: Indicate which possible cyber threats it may face what impact it may have on the company and finances.
Security measures: The insurer to which the company is bound may request that certain security measures be
implemented against cyber attacks. (e.g. firewalls)
Policies and procedures: The company must have clear protocols and procedures.
Review of Existing Insurance: Review the company's insurance policies to identify potential gaps in coverage.
If you follow these steps, you can work with your insurance company of choice to take out appropriate cyber insurance
that covers the risks of cyber threats.
