Data security

1995 events

1. A string of outrageous computer break-ins at some of the most secure systems on the

Internet leads to the highly publicized arrest of a notorious outlaw hacker.

1. A program by the name of SATAN appears, empowering its users to probe deeply for security

holes in Internet host computers -- including your school's -- at the simple click of a

mouse.

1. Computer security officials issue warnings that intruders have begun hijacking open

Internet sessions from the computers of legitimate users, who suddenly find themselves

looking at a blank screen.

Notes

- Students represent one of the worst security hazards on the internet. - Internet companys can avoid breaking the Data Protection Act by using a check box that if

you dont check it will allow them to use your information for any purpose they like. - Companies are beginning to spend more and more on data security issues, unfortunately this

is predicted to get worse! US$70 billion last year, is expected to reach US$118 billion by 2007