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A2.4 Network securityA2.4.3

Common network countermeasures

Describe common network countermeasures

HL only≈ 55 minCommand term: DescribePremium

In this lesson

  • Countermeasures that protect accounts, web applications and data in transit
  • Countermeasures that detect and block attacks, including DDoS mitigation, IDS and IPS
  • Wireless security measures, and why regular security testing and employee training matter

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What's inside

  1. LearnProtecting accounts and people
  2. LearnProtecting web applications
  3. CheckQuick check
  4. LearnProtecting data in transit
  5. LearnDetecting, blocking and preventing attacks
  6. LabKeep a ticket website online
  7. CheckChoose the countermeasure
  8. LearnWireless security, testing and training
  9. ExamWorked exam answer
  10. ReviewMistakes examiners see
  11. Exam practiceExam-style questions

Ends with 5 exam-style questions worth 16 marks, with a self-marking markscheme.