Vulnerabilities allow breaches in security to occur.

  • Allowing drinks around PCs; if spilled on the PC, liquid can cause a short circuit.
  • Out of date virus protection; the chances of an obtaining a virus are multiplied with out-of-date software.
  • A casual attitude toward security; many breaches occur because people ignore the warning signs.

Cisco's NetSonar" is an assessment tool used to scan networks for vulnerabilities. Scan your network on a periodic basis, since there are new threats discovered every day.