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Types of Hacking

Often, people think of hacking as an evil activity. However, not all hacking is malicious. The purpose of hackers is to find vulnerabilities in computer systems and exploit them to gain unauthorized access. They may use malware to take control of a computer or steal personal information. Hackers have many

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Developing a Strong Cyber-Security Culture

Developing a strong cyber-security culture requires employees to know how to identify and report malicious activity. They must also understand how to protect themselves against security breaches. The majority of cyberattacks involve malicious software and data manipulation. These attacks are used to gain access to sensitive information and compromise the

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Types of Malware

Generally, malware is a form of destructive software designed to interfere with the normal functioning of a computer. It seeks to damage, disable or steal information. It may be delivered through malicious websites, emails or downloads. There are many types of malware, but they all share some common traits. These

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How to Protect Yourself From Phishing Emails and Session Hijacking

Using phishing techniques, attackers are able to impersonate a legitimate company and gain access to private information. This is done by sending an email that appears to be from the company, but actually contains a malware laden attachment or link. Phishing emails may ask for personal information such as account

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