The spread of malicious software

An important issue facing the network and its security is the spread of malicious software. There are regular reports about organizations that have been impacted by malicious software.

Prepare a paper that discusses this issue. The paper should identify and describe various issues related to network security, including (but not limited to) the following:
Viruses
Worms
Buffer overflows
Network traffic pilfering
Man-in-the middle attacks
Provide recommendations for mechanisms that can be applied to reduce the spread and impact of each.
How would you integrate and incorporate those mechanisms into an existing network environment?
Submit your paper in Word. It should be 3–4 pages (excluding title page, abstract, and references page), professionally presented, and must use APA format. An introduction and conclusion are required.

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