FBI Recommends Encryption Use Amidst Changing Views on Cybersecurity Practices
The Evolution of Cybersecurity The historical context of cybersecurity dates back to the early days of computer networking, when networks were largely isolated and vulnerabilities were limited to specific systems. However, as networks expanded and interconnectedness grew, so did the threat landscape. Key events: + The first computer worm, Creeper, was discovered in 1971, marking the beginning of a new era of cybersecurity threats. + The Morris Worm of 1988, created by Robert Tappan Morris, brought international attention to the need for secure computing practices....