The use of an IT network can expose an organization to various risk factors that may prevent the organization from attaining its objectives. The occurrences of the risks are dependent on the size, nature, type of the network, and the number of people using the system (Sandvick, 2013). A risk environment can be low, medium, or high. It is hence important for an organization to adopt a risk assessment and provide solutions or recommendations for the possible risks identified. This paper gives the reader an insight into possible risks that can be experienced in an IT network environment.
Risk to the project
Passwords and security codes are a valuable part of an IT environment to prevent unauthorized parties from accessing the private sites or information of an organization. They are defense mechanisms that can be used by hackers to cause a lot of harm to the organization. Network administrators including enforcing frequency of changing passwords, minimal length, and complexity should centrally control the passwords. The security code should also not be exposed for everyone to see.
Virus Attack
Low, medium, and risk environments can also suffer risks because of a virus which can cause a total loss of data and other vital information for the organization. To find an alternative for this, network administrators need to ensure a regular update of a valid virus protection company to prevent any viral attack (Killick, 2014).
Hacking
Hacking can also be a major risk that can cause a huge loss of fiancé and resources for an organization. Hacking can be from within the network or internet based. The network security needs to have a strong virus password accompanied with Wireless Protected Access Wifi separated by VLANs to prevent unauthorized users (Harden, 2012). The network system should also prevent malicious users who can change system settings, delete crucial files, uninstall printers, or install software that can put data and information at a risk.
References
Harden E.H (2012), Utilization Security Value in IT, Technology Industry Journal of Australia, 179 (7): 341-345.
Killick M (2014). Securing Your Network – Major Risks And How To Avoid Them, Retrieved from http://www.ictknowledgebase.org.uk/securingnetwork
Sandvik K (2013). Threats to IT Network Sytems. Australian J ITsecurity .328(8):533-537
