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UOTC Pen Attack and Cyber Terrorism Question

 

I’m working on a computer science writing question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.

HEAD 1: Research Paper: Pen Attack and Cyber Terrorism

Penetration testing is a simulated cyberattack against a computer or network that checks for exploitable vulnerabilities. Pen tests can involve attempting to breach application systems, APIs, servers, inputs, and code injection attacks to reveal vulnerabilities. In a well-written, highly-detailed research paper, discuss the following:

What is penetration testing

Testing Stages

Testing Methods

Testing, web applications and firewalls

HEAD 2: Explanation

There are a variety of ways that a cyber-attack can cause economic damage. In many cases, attackers try to “penetrate” systems in order to steal technology or other sensitive information. When do you think an attack can be classified as cyber terrorism?

Your paper should meet the following requirements:

Be approximately 4-6 pages in length, not including the required cover page and reference page. (Remember, APA is double spaced)

Follow APA 7 guidelines. Your paper should include an introduction, a body with fully developed content, and a conclusion.