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Principles of information security

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A...is an object, person, or other entity that represents a constant danger to an asset.   show
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Duplication of software-based intellectual property is more commonly known as software...   show
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The timing attack works by exploring the contents of a Web browser's...   show
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A...is an application error that occurs when more data is sent to a program buffer than it is designed to handle   show
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A...is a malicious program that replicates itself constantly, without requiring another program to provide a safe environment for replication.   show
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Script ... are hackers of limited skill who use expertly written software to attack a system   show
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...is a technique used to gain unauthorized access to computers, where in the intruder sends messages to a computer that has an IP address that indicates that the messages are coming from a trusted host and not the actual source computer.   show
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