Discuss how it impacted the organization(s) (For example: decreased productivity, loss of credibility, market share, etc.).

Question 1: Security Breaches (Min 100-Word Response)
Almost every day you learn that another organization’s confidential information has been compromised by a security breach. Research a recent security breach, malware infection, or denial-of-service attack. Summarize how the attack occurred. Discuss how it impacted the organization(s) (For example: decreased productivity, loss of credibility, market share, etc.). Outline at least two suggestions you would make to reduce the likelihood of another breach like this one. Cite your resources.

Question 2: Rootkits (Min 100-Word Response)
The definition of a rootkit, according to the reading is: “Software program that has the ability to obtain root-level access and hide certain things from the operating system.” Do some Internet research and search on the following terms: “white paper, rootkits, and Symantec®”. Explain how a rootkit “hides” and what can be done to find and remove them. Share one breach that was the result of a rootkit. Cite your resources.

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