Networks and Cybersecurity · Networks & Security

Cybersecurity Threats and Defense

Identifying vulnerabilities like SQL injection and social engineering and implementing robust defenses.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is the human element often the weakest link in a high-tech security system?
  2. 2How can we distinguish between a legitimate digital request and a sophisticated phishing attack?
  3. 3What are the ethical responsibilities of a company when they suffer a data breach?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Computing - CybersecurityKS3: Computing - Online Safety
Year: Year 9
Subject: Computing
Unit: Networks and Cybersecurity
Period: Networks & Security

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