Explain briefly the different threats to computer security

Malicious code: known as a rouge program. It is a treat to computing assets by causing undesired effects in the programmer’s part. The effect cause by agent, with the intention to cause damage.

The agent for malicious code is the writer of the code, or any person who causes its distribution. There are various kinds of malicious code. They include virus, Trojan horse, logic door, trapdoor and backdoor, worm and many others.

Hacking is a source of threat to security in computer. It is defined as unauthorized access to the computer system by a hacker.

Hackers are persons who learn about the computer system in detail. They write program referred to as hacks. Hackers may use a modem or cable to hack the targeted computers.

Natural Disaster : mean Computers are threatened by natural or environmental disaster. Be it at home, stores, offices and also automobiles. Examples of natural and environmental disasters:

• Flood,Fire,Earthquakes, storms and tornados,Excessive Heat,Inadequate Power Supply

Computer theft :

unauthorized use of another person’s property with the intention to deny the owner

Two types of Computer theft:

1) Computer is used to steal money, goods, information and resources.

2) Stealing of computer, especially notebook and PDAs.