Networking · Network Security Basics
Common Network Threats
Recognise interception, unauthorised access, malicious traffic, and service disruption.
2 min micro-lessonLesson focus
Common Network ThreatsDescribe the key ideas behind “Common Network Threats” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.
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What you will understand
Describe the key ideas behind “Common Network Threats” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.
Key ideas
- Eavesdropping
- Unauthorised access
- Denial of service
Try it
Pair each network threat with a sensible defensive control.
Quick recap
Recognise interception, unauthorised access, malicious traffic, and service disruption.
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