Project Description
On this project, the goal was to find examples for Information Security that were reported by the media. Then, I had to evaluate my sources. While completing this project, I was also able to complete and get certified in some cyber training through CCBC.
Lesson Learned
The lesson that I learned while completing this project are the following. First, cyberattacks happen at a much higher rate than I would have ever imagined. Second, there are a multitude of ways to commit a cyberattack than just catching a virus.
Cybersecurity in the News Articles
Source Evaluation
Author: Johnathan Greig
Source: The Record
Relevance: April 18th, 2024
Accuracy: Highly Accurate. Statements from multiple agencies including the FBI.
Purpose and Objectivity: Insight on a particular cyber gang
Links and Citations: Embedded links within article, Links to X (formally Twitter), Facebook, Reddit
Source Evaluation
Author: Daryna Antoniuk
Source: The Record
Relevance: December 5th, 2023
Accuracy: Highly accurate, multiple sources reporting same information. Company speaks on situation in the article
Purpose and Objectivity: To inform the public
Links and Citations: Embedded links, Links to X (formally Twitter), Facebook, Reddit
My Certification
Completing the CCBC Cybersecurity Training was part of my assignment for this chapter. I gained an array of information when dealing with cybersecurity and its importance. I was able to obtain my certification with 100% accuracy.