Mgt 35 - the Students’ Perception on the Risk and Importance of Cyber Security

College of Business Administration

Silliman University

Management 35

The students’ perception on the risk and importance of Cyber Security

Submitted by:

Acuna, Rizza

Ubag, Manilyn M.

Ponce, Iris Frence

Bajar, Ronalyn M.

Viola, Neil Francis L.

Tayo, Rogielou Jane T.

Tubosa, Mikee Geralyn C.

Submitted to:

Mirabelle J. Engcoy. DM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter One: The Problem and Its Scope..……………………………………….

                Introduction………………………………………………………………….

                Theoretical Background…………………………………………………..

                The Problem………………………………………………………………….

                        Statement of the Problem…………………………………………

                Objectives…………………………………………………………………….

                Significance of the Study…………………………………………………

                Scope of the Study…………………………………………………………

                Definition of Terms....................................................................

Chapter Two: Research Methodology………………………………………………

                Research Environment……………………………………………………

                Respondents of the Study………………………………………………..

                Sampling Techniques……………………………………………………..

                Research Instruments…………………………………………………….

                Data Collection Procedures………………………………………………

                Data Analysis (Statistical Treatment)………………………………….

Chapter Three: Presentation, Analysis and Interpretation of Data………

Chapter Four: Conclusion and Recommendation………………………………

                Conclusion………………………………………………………………….

                Recommendation………………………………………………………….

                References…………………………………………………………………..

APPENDICES

        Appendix A…………………………………………………………………………..        Appendix B…………………………………………………………………………..

        Appendix C…………………………………………………………………………..

CHAPTER 1

THE PROBLEM AND ITS SCOPE

INTRODUCTION

When it comes to our confidential personal information, however, many of us fail to realize that this information is readily available and able to be hacked at a moment’s notice. Just like the locks on our homes protect the very livelihood we hold dear, we must take decisive action to protect ourselves and our personal information from the burdensome effect of a cyber-attack. Although many of us are aware of the dangers that could result from sharing information with others, we often lack the knowledge that we need to protect ourselves and our families. In this age where the use of computers and networks related to them become commonplace, there has developed problems concerning cyber security. In this fast-paced, digital age, nearly everything we do is connected to a computer and the internet, including our communications, our entertainment, transportation, shopping, banking, and evens our medical histories and prescriptions. Through technological advances, we are able to send and receive more information than ever before sometimes in mere seconds. The amount of information about us that is available online grows each day as our families, friends, employers, banks, doctors, schools and other contacts depend on electronic data. Access to this abundance of information requires great responsibility on our part as consumers and has focused new importance on the field of Cyber Security.

Cyber Security is the practice of protecting our electronic data by preventing, detecting, and responding to cyber-attacks. With each convenience that technology has brought into our lives, the level of inconvenience has also been elevated by making it easier for hackers to obtain our personal and private records, and in turn, making it more difficult for us to prevent it from occurring. Simply withdrawing money from an ATM, electronically filing our taxes, or refilling a prescription online can put us at risk for being hacked. With several recent and high profile examples of cyber-attacks, we have all become more aware of this growing problem and, unfortunately, become either a victim or know someone who has experienced this rising epidemic of crime. Most people would agree that technology is fascinating and has changed our lives in countless ways. But how is it affecting us as humans and what are the issues surrounding the rapid advance in technology, especially when it comes to cyber security. Millions of people appreciate a cyber-context for term of viruses, denial of service, privacy, and crime. Organizations need to have in place systems, procedures so that people know what to do when facing cyber-attack.

Students will learn about common cyber-attacks and techniques for identifying, detecting against cyber security threats. They will also gain a basic understanding of personal, physical, network web and wireless security as well as the advanced study of cyber security. Privacy on the Internet is a growing concern, especially as more and more students are using it for socializing, and entertainment. Social media have become part of the student’s life, Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc., personal web pages, and blogs are great places for student to find personal information about you. They put passwords on their personal account for protection and to avoid cyber-attacks like hacking. Changing passwords every 30 or 60 days is an example of cyber security, or something students consider a “best practice” to use as a default policy, particularly for students who lack the data or training for their own risk assessment.