System Security:
System security is a process to
protect the system from damage, error and unauthorized access. The level of
protection depends upon the sensitivity of data, the reliability of the user
and the complexity of the system. A well designed system includes control
procedures to provide physical protection, maintenance, data integrity and
restrict system access.
The system security includes for
related issues –
I.
System integrity:
It
refers to proper functioning of hardware and programs, safety against external
threats such as eavesdropping.
The
data integrity makes sure that data do not differ from its original form and
have not been accidently or intentionally disclosed, altered or destroyed.
II.
System security:
It
refers to the protection of data from loss, disclosure, modification and
destruction.
III.
Privacy:
It
defines the rights of the user or organisation to determine what information,
we want to show or accept from other and how organisation can be protected
against unfair or excessive dissemination of information.
IV.
Confidentiality:
It
is a special status given to the sensitive information in the database for
privacy.
Threats
to the system security:
a. Errors and
omissions
b. Fire
c. Natural disaster
d. External
attack
e. Disgruntled
and dishonest employees.
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