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Threat

In computer security a threat is a possible danger that might exploit and cause possible harm. A
threat can be either "intentional" , accidental or a natural disaster
Threat component

Access simple unauthorized access


Misuse unauthorized use of assets (e.g., identity theft, setting up a porn distribution
service on a compromised server, etc.)

Disclose the threat agent illicitly discloses sensitive information

Modify unauthorized changes to an asset

Deny access includes destruction, theft of a non-data asset

Types of threats:

Physical damage: fire, water, pollution

Natural events: climatic, volcanic

Loss of essential services: electrical power, air conditioning, telecommunication

Compromise of information: theft of media, retrieval of discarded materials

Technical failures: equipment, software, capacity saturation,

Compromise of functions: error in use, abuse of rights, denial of actions

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