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Structures refer to the organized arrangement of components within a system, such as data structures in computing, organizational frameworks in institutions, or physical designs in engineering, and they play a critical role in ensuring efficiency, stability, and functionality. However, the way these structures are designed and implemented can have significant security implications, as poorly structured systems may create vulnerabilities that attackers can exploit, such as weak access controls, improper data storage, or insecure communication pathways. Robust structural design therefore incorporates security principles like confidentiality, integrity, and availability from the outset, ensuring that systems can resist unauthorized access, minimize risk, and maintain resilience against potential threats and failures.
This lecture is part of CYB202 Operating system in cyber context in the Cyber Security department. The course has 15 recorded lectures across 5 series, all free to watch.