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The document provides a comprehensive overview of cyber security, emphasizing its importance in protecting systems, networks, and data from various digital threats such as malware, phishing, and ransomware. It outlines core principles like confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and highlights essential security tools and career opportunities in the field. Ultimately, it stresses the necessity of robust cyber security measures to ensure a safe digital environment.

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CyberSecurity Notes

The document provides a comprehensive overview of cyber security, emphasizing its importance in protecting systems, networks, and data from various digital threats such as malware, phishing, and ransomware. It outlines core principles like confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and highlights essential security tools and career opportunities in the field. Ultimately, it stresses the necessity of robust cyber security measures to ensure a safe digital environment.

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Cyber Security: Complete Study Guide

1. Introduction to Cyber Security


Cyber security refers to the protection of systems, networks, and data from digital attacks. As
technology grows, cyber threats also increase. Cyber security aims to ensure confidentiality,
integrity, and availability of information in digital environments. Hackers use various techniques
to steal data, damage systems, or demand ransom, making cyber protection essential for
individuals, companies, and governments.

2. Types of Cyber Threats


1. Malware – Viruses, worms, trojans that harm devices
2. Phishing – Fake emails or websites to steal user data
3. Ransomware – Locks data and demands payment
4. DDoS Attacks – Overloading a system to shut it down
5. Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) – Intercepting communication
6. SQL Injection – Attacking databases through malicious code

3. Core Principles of Cyber Security


Principle Description
Confidentiality Preventing unauthorized access
Integrity Ensuring data is not altered
Availability Systems must remain accessible when needed

4. Security Tools
• Antivirus – Detect and remove threats
• Firewall – Blocks unauthorized access
• Encryption – Secures sensitive data
• VPN – Hides internet identity
• Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – Extra login protection
5. Importance of Cyber Security
✔ Protects personal and financial data
✔ Prevents unauthorized access
✔ Maintains business reputation
✔ Reduces cybercrime risks
✔ Ensures safe online communication

6. Cyber Security Careers


• Ethical Hacker
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Network Security Engineer
• Digital Forensics Expert
• Security Consultant

7. Conclusion
Cyber security plays a crucial role in today’s technology-driven world. Strong online protection
ensures data safety and creates a secure digital environment for everyone.

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