Threat modeling is the process of defining and analyzing assets, identifying potential threats and assessing the likelihood that these threats could exploit those assets. It requires a comprehensive understanding of the system, its components, architecture, available security controls, and other security considerations. The goal of threat modeling is to identify and prioritize areas of risk that need to be addressed by security controls.
Regulations involved with data protection and cybersecurity:
- The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- The Data Protection Act
- The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)
Ransomware is a type of computer malware that restricts access to the victim’s data by encrypting it and demands a ransom payment in order to decrypt and regain access. Hospitals are often targeted because medical records and other personal data are highly valuable on the black market. Hospitals also have a greater incentive to pay the extortion fee since the alternative could potentially be a disruption of critical medical services.
- Use strong passwords and two-factor authentication: Choose passwords that are at least 8 characters long and include a combination of numbers, symbols, and upper- and lower-case letters. Consider using two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security to your accounts.
- Keep your operating system and security software up to date: Regularly update your operating system and security software to protect against the latest threats.
Alan Turing was a British mathematician, computer scientist, and theoretical biologist. He is credited as being the father of modern computer science and artificial intelligence. The Turing Test is a test used to determine whether or not a computer is able to exhibit intelligent behavior equivalent to, or indistinguishable from, that of a human. It was developed by Turing in 1950, and it works by having a human judge interact with two parties at the same time – one being a human and the other being a computer. The judge must determine which is which based solely on their conversation with the two.
Hi Leonid! I think you did a great job explaining this topic. I think that these factors should always be a high priority on the list for businesses. Cybersecurity is no joke and protecting your data should be a top priority in all cases. As we have previously talked about how hospitals are top suspects for ransomware, I always think of other places that should be taking their cybersecurity very seriously like doctor’s offices, wellness centers, and more. I personally had an experience where my cybersecurity was hacked and the money that was taken wasn’t even high amounts but taken more frequently. For example, they would take 15 dollars but they would take it 10 separate times to get what they wanted. It’s crazy to see how many methods there really are to take money from someone and breaking cybersecurity.