IGNOU MCS 215 2026 - Explain the technology safeguards that can help you counter the cybers

Question

Explain the technology safeguards that can help you counter the cybersecurity threats asked in part

(b) of this question.

(d) What are the laws governing punishments against Social Engineering Attacks and Malware?

17 Feb 2026

Answer :

Word Count : 671

Technology safeguards play a critical role in countering cybersecurity threats such as phishing, vishing, spoofing, identity theft, ransomware, spyware, trojans, and other forms of malware that often exploit human vulnerabilities and system weaknesses. One of the primary safeguards is the use of firewalls, both network-based and host-based, which monitor and control incoming and outgoing traffic based on predefined security rules. Firewalls help prevent unauthorized access and block malicious traffic before it enters the internal network. Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) further strengthen defenses by identifying suspicious patterns and automatically blocking potential attacks in real time. Antivirus and anti-malware software are essential technological safeguards against malicious programs such as viruses, worms, ransomware, and spyware. These tools scan files and applications for known signatures and suspicious behavior. Modern endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems go beyond traditional antivirus by

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