Discussion 1: (Emerging Threats and CounterMeasures – Chapter 6 (Depth) )
Requirements: 400 words | APA Format | 2 References
This defense-in-depth discussion scenario is an intentional cybersecurity attack on the water utilitys SCADA system. It occurs during the fall after a dry summer in Fringe City. The water utilitys Information Technology (IT) person did not receive an expected pay raise and decides to reprogram the SCADA system to shut off the high-lift pumps. The operators familiarity with the SCADA system allows him to reprogram the alarms that typically notify operators of a high-lift pump failure. In addition, he prevents access to the SCADA system by others. Wildfire breaks out on the outskirts of the city. Please identify what type(s) of new countermeasures should have been implemented to prevent this cyberattack from occurring.
Start a discussion thread and discuss what type(s) of new countermeasures should have been implemented to prevent the cyber attack described above from occurring. Be specific in recommending countermeasures for this scenario
Discussion – 2
subject: Security Architecture and Design
Requirements: 400 words | APA Format | 2 References
Students will be required to create 1 new thread and provide substantive comments on at least 3 threads created by other students. Make sure to explain and backup your responses with facts and examples. This assignment should be in APA format and have to include at least two references.
Your initial posting should be a minimum of 400 words
How should cache handling be accomplished in order to minimize the ability of the attacker to deliver a payload through the cache?
Assignment:
subject: Security Architecture and Design
Requirements: 600 words | APA Format | 2 References
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