I think Jonas’s idea of the “short arm of predictive knowledge” relates to how I view modern technology. We are in a time where technology constantly evolves, which makes it feel like we are always in the beginning stages of innovation. Because of this constant evolution, rules and policies will likely need continuous updates to…
Discussion Board: Malicious Code
The human body is a makeup of molecules that carry information called DNA. DNA simply includes a strand of hair, blood, bodily secretions, fingerprints and more. Being an avid subscriber to forensic shows, I have grown to understand that DNA testing has significantly evolved. And also stated in the article, “Malicious Code Written Into DNA…
Discussion Board: Opportunities for Workplace Deviance
I agree with Payne’s discussion about the overlap between white-collar crime and cybercrime, but I personally question whether the term white-collar crime should even exist. In my view, crime is crime, and labeling offenses as “white-collar” can sometimes make these offenses seem less serious than street crimes, even though the financial and emotional harm can…
Vulnerabilities of SCADA Systems
In today’s technological environment, systems that provide benefits often come with risks. Such as SCADA systems, they are essential for controlling and managing critical infrastructure, but because they are expensive machines, they are not replaced often and can become outdated over time. Because of this, these systems are more vulnerable to issues such as human…
The dangers of ‘Digitizing DNA’
Like most medicine ads, they usually show the medicines and with the same optimistic music they list the side affects that come along with taking the advertised drugs. Digitizing DNA, like many developing technologies, include a complex mix of significant benefits and serious risks. On the positive side, digitized genetic information can revolutionize medicine by…
The CIA Triad and the difference between authentication and authorization.
Information Security is held up by the pillars of the CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. These principles allow data to be properly accurate, confident, and available to authorized users. Authentication and authorization play a critical role by supporting these principles by ensuring that data is accessed by authorized users by providing required credentials to…