Phases of an attack (cyber security)

If you will remember from Week 8 you have a new CEO. They are non-technical and came to your organization from a completely different market segment. This week you’ve been charged with helping them understand computer attacks. Your text lists four general phases of attacks. Explain these four phases to the CEO, including items in each phase the attacker would consider when performing that phase. Where appropriate include how social engineering can be used. Last, list what security controls can reduce the likelihood of success of each phase of the attack.

4 Phases of an attack :

Reconnaisance and Probing

Gaining Access

Maintaining Access 

Covering Your Tracks.