Business Computing CX555001: Ethics and Security Report - Analysis

This report delves into the critical aspects of ethics and security within information systems, covering various threats, incident response strategies, and ethical dilemmas faced by IT professionals. It begins by identifying the diverse threats to information security, including human errors, malicious activities, and natural disasters, and their potential impact on data breaches. The report then outlines organizational responses to security incidents, emphasizing the importance of preparedness, detection, analysis, and recovery through the implementation of incident response plans. Furthermore, the report explores major ethical issues encountered by IT professionals, such as enhancing business value, cybersecurity management, and data governance. A real-world case study of the VW emissions scandal is analyzed to illustrate ethical decision-making and its implications. The report concludes with a discussion of the ethical responsibilities of IT professionals and the significance of maintaining data integrity and user trust.