Summary

This chapter offered a foundational understanding of the information security threats organizations face. Understanding your organizational context is central to this, as it shapes a specific business’ unique vulnerabilities and challenges. The chapter provided a detailed look into the various threats that systems might encounter and discussed the world of hackers, shedding light on their techniques and motivations. The chapter discussed the importance of addressing information system vulnerabilities to mitigate these challenges. The next chapter will discuss the critical elements needed when planning and building an information security program.