Security - What is Enough?

Security' - this can be described as 'freedom from risk freedom from danger and prevention.' 'Security' should result in confidence in a system service or person.1 The question to ask now is are you ever free from risk or danger? The quick answer is no as there will always be new attacks new viruses and no system is 100% secure. Looking at it from a positive perspective a business can minimise the risk by deploying a detailed comprehensive and active security policy which will in turn reduce the risk and threat of danger. This paper will look at the various layers of security businesses have on offer to them today which will aid the security policy and look at why they should deploy them. Taking a step back it is important to know what dangers and risks the business is facing who is the enemy and determine what they want before setting up and running a security policy. Armed with all this information a business can determine what level of security is necessary and determine if they have the budget personnel expertise and authorisation to take full advantage of one.