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Hackers Mind Your Business
Evelyn Mitchell
Oakland City University
Business Information Systems
Hackers Mind Your Business
Hackers, they are always in our business, causing companies tons of money to correct their destruction. "Information ethics" is a term used to describe the study and evaluation of the various ethical issues that arise in a world that is driven by the sharing of electronic data. Typically, this type of study will look closely at the morality involved in making use of the information or data, how innovations in information technology can help to promote ethical use of information, and in general identifying ways to practice workable ethics in virtual environments. From this perspective, information ethics is important to anyone who makes use of data electronically, ranging from casual users who utilize password protected email accounts to large businesses that store and share proprietary data in some type of virtual environment.
Information security is not a single technology; rather it a strategy comprised of the processes, tools and policies necessary to prevent, detect, document and counter threats to digital and non-digital information. Processes and policies typically involve both physical and digital security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, use, replication or destruction. Infosec management can include everything from mantraps to encryption key management and malware detection.
Infosec programs are important for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and availability of IT systems and business data. Many large enterprises employ a dedicated security group to implement and maintain the organization's infosec program. Typically, the group is led by a chief information security officer (CISO). (Information Systems, 2015)
The Internet of Things is opening a new world of information, by automatically gathering and analyzing field data. Automated operations improve safety, reduce costs, and enhance...