Discusssion #2

Please respond to three topics below. Use links below for references. One page with references per topic.

Topic 1 - One page response with references.              

A. What Are Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)?

B. How do they impact cybersecurity? 

C. Describe three Policies and Procedures to Mitigate APTs which you would recommend for organizations.

Topic 2 - One page response with references.

The nature of the Internet and worldwide connectivity has changed the  traditional centuries old paradigm regarding proximity.  We now see  threats from all parts of the global. What are three cybersecurity  policies for a firm that would mitigate risks for cybersecurity attacks  at the global level?

Topic 3 -  One page response with references

 

A. What is the purpose of a vulnerability assessment? 

B. Describe the key steps and common elements of vulnerability assessments and how often these assessments should take place.

Reference material used for topics. 

• Guide to Critical Infrastructure Protection Cyber Vulnerability Assessment
  http://energy.gov/oe/downloads/guide-critical-infrastructure-protection-cyber-vulnerability-assessment
• Critical Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessments
  https://www.dhs.gov/critical-infrastructure-vulnerability-assessments
• Office of Cyber & Infrastructure Analysis
  https://www.dhs.gov/office-cyber-infrastructure-analysis