Fundamentals of cyber security - AQACyber security threats

Not all online content can be trusted. When using the internet, it is important to understand the threats that may occur. Technology is rapidly evolving and as a result, the way that criminals are using the internet is also changing.

There are a number of different threats to computer systems that include:

• social engineering
• malicious code
• human error

Any risk posed to a computer system from an internet source is considered a cyber threat. These threats are often combined to increase the probability of harm to a system. By taking steps to understand what the potential risks are, people and businesses are able to better protect their systems and data.