Network Security for E-commerce

Network Security for E-commerce

  •  A network security is defined as a circumstance, condition with the potential to cause economic hardship to data or network resources in the form of destruction, disclosure, modification of data, denial of service, and/or fraud, waste, and abuse. 
  • The discussion of security concerns in electronic commerce can be divided into two broad types: 1. Client-Server Security 2. Data and Transaction Security

1. Client-Server Security 
  •  Client/server security uses various authorization methods to make sure that only valid users and programs have access to information resources such as databases. 
  • Access control mechanisms must be set up to ensure that properly authenticated users are allowed access only to those resources that they are entitled to use.
  •  Such mechanisms include password protection, encrypted smart cards, biometrics, and firewalls.

2. Data and Transaction Security
  • Data and transaction security ensure the privacy and confidentiality in electronic messages and data packets, including the authentication of remote users in network transactions for activities such as online payments. 
  • The goal is to defeat any attempt to assume another identity while involved with electronic mail or other forms of data communication. 
  • Preventive measures include data encryption using various cryptographic methods.
                                            

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