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Organization Profile and Problem Statement
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Comcast Security Vulnerability Analysis: A Case Study in Third-Party Software Risks, Assignments of Computer Security
A case study of comcast's security vulnerabilities, focusing on the risks associated with third-party software. It analyzes the company's security threats, including physical security breaches, employee negligence, and malware attacks. The document highlights the impact of a data breach caused by a vulnerability in citrix software, leading to the loss of 36 million customer records. It also discusses the importance of testing and patching systems to mitigate such risks. Valuable for students studying cybersecurity, information technology, and business management, providing insights into real-world security challenges and best practices.
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SEC- 572
Week 2
Organization Profile and Problem Statement
Rubric
Criteria Total
Selection of Organization 10
Identification of products and services 10
Analysis of potential improvements 10
Problem statement 15
Total 45
Services
Cable TV
Int ernet
Telecommunications
Business services
Amusement Parks
Television Stations (NBC)
Content Providers
Security Vulnerabilities and Threats
- Physical Security
Employees allow piggy backing when entering the building
IT staff leaves IDF closets open
Employees prop doors open when having large meetings with employees from other offices
Critical infrastructure buildings need better security/hardening
- 3
rd
party vendor software, Patches and Security
A vulnerability with Citrix software caused a breach of 36 Million customer records.
A second patching issue with a network monitoring system caused a rolling
nationwide outage
- Malware and Social Engineering-employees are the biggest vulnerability
the company has.