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Project Description
Project Description
For this project, I had to find and share examples of Information Security as reported by the media and evaluate my sources.
Cybersecurity in the News Articles
Cybersecurity in the News Articles
This article shares a hacking incident where McDonald's corporate Twitter account was hacked. Hacking means that an unauthorized user was able to gain access and tweet on McDonald's behalf. Large companies like McDonald's need to protect their image, and cyberattacks like this reflect negatively on the brand. Unauthorized access of accounts can be prevented by tightening the app's security settings, using strong passwords, and turning on two-factor authentication if it is an option.
Source Evaluation
Source Evaluation
Who published the content? Chris Ciaccia
Where was it published? Fox News
When was it published? March 16, 2017
The truthfulness and integrity of the facts: Considered Accurate, tweets quotes, minimal grammar/spelling mistakes.
How is it written and presented? Some ads, article is meant to inform.
Links and Citations: Embedded tweets, one of the links is broken/outdated
Although it's unclear precisely what happened, the Baltimore County Public School System suffered a ransomware attack. Ransomware attacks are cyberattacks that lock up the organization's information systems until they pay a ransom to release them. In essence, it's much like a kidnapping, but instead of children, the hackers hold the computer systems hostage. Ransomware attacks are hard to prevent, but you can help by not clicking on unverified links, downloading untrusted attachments or programs, using strong passwords, and keeping security software updated.
Source Evaluation
Source Evaluation
Who published the content? McKenna Oxenden
Where was it published? The Baltimore Sun
When was it published? November 30, 2020
The truthfulness and integrity of the facts: Considered Accurate, contained facts, provided tips from school district.
How is it written and presented? Way too many ads, otherwise written professionally.
Links and Citations: Links to BCPS website and The Washington post.
Lessons Learned
Lessons Learned
I had no idea how many cyber issues would be in the news! I didn't even know I could search just news articles. This was an eye-opening experience.
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