Month: July 2023
Phishing – What is Phishing?
Phishing is an attack that attempts to trick victims into clicking on a link or attachment that will deliver malware and/or take them to a fake website where they will be asked to hand over sensitive information. These attacks often use emotional manipulation and rely on a victim’s sense of
Read MoreHow Ransomware Encrypts Files
In a worst-case scenario, ransomware attacks can keep an organization offline for months. During that time, it cannot provide the service its employees were hired to do, and therefore can’t make money. And if customers can’t find or access your products and services, they may move to competitors who can.
Read MoreWhat is a Botnet?
A Botnet is a network of hijacked devices infected with malware that allows a cybercriminal to control them remotely without the device owners’ knowledge. These bots can be used to launch DDoS attacks, phishing campaigns, steal credentials and other sensitive information, or perform CPU-intensive tasks. Malicious actors can create botnets
Read MoreCybersecurity – What Is It and How Can It Help Your Business?
Cybersecurity is a broad category of technologies that protect against hackers and other malicious actors seeking to breach data, networks or computer systems. Cybersecurity solutions can include anti-virus software, firewalls, encryption tools and wireless security devices. They can also involve training employees to spot phishing emails and other red flags,
Read MoreHow to Prevent Cybercrime
Cybercrime is a growing global threat to our security, economy and way of life. Vulnerabilities in our technology and the lack of attention to cybersecurity by individuals, businesses and government agencies make us all targets for criminals seeking quick, low-risk profits. From ransomware to data breaches, phishing, hacking and identity
Read MoreWhat is a Data Breach?
Data Breach refers to unauthorized access by cyber criminals to a company’s infrastructure, databases, files or systems. This can result from intentional attacks, mistakes or oversight by employees and flaws in a company’s security infrastructure. A breach can expose personal information such as a person’s bank account numbers and statements,
Read MoreCyberthreat News
About Cyberthreat News Sophisticated cyber threat actors and nation-states exploit vulnerabilities to steal information and money. They are also developing capabilities that can disrupt, destroy or threaten the delivery of essential services. This makes defending against cyber threats the responsibility of individuals, families, small and large businesses, SLTT and federal
Read MoreLearn More About Antivirus
Antivirus software searches for, detects, and removes malware like worms, rootkits, Trojan horses, spyware, and adware. It can also help improve cyber security by blocking access to unauthorized networks. It is a great tool to have for businesses that need to protect their data and hardware from cyber threats, but
Read MoreWhat is a Firewall?
Firewall is a network security device that monitors incoming and outgoing data packets and permits or blocks them based on a set of rules. A firewall is a sort of gatekeeper that filters and verifies what gets into your home or business computer network. Think of it like a security
Read MoreAI Cybersecurity
AI cybersecurity is the use of artificial intelligence to detect and mitigate cyber threats and vulnerabilities. It’s a powerful tool that can improve the security posture of organizations by reducing detection and response times, identifying and prioritizing risks based on real-world risk, and enabling automated and semi-automated responses to threats.
Read MoreThe Three Pillars of Digital Security
When you value something, you put it in a safe, lock your car in the garage or keep the title to your house in a safety deposit box. Your digital assets are as precious as your most prized possessions, and they deserve the same level of protection. This is what
Read MoreWhat is Cyber-Security?
Cyber-security refers to the precautionary measures taken to guard against crime that involves the internet or devices connected to it. It involves preventing cyber attacks, data breaches, identity theft, and other cyber crimes that can have serious repercussions for individuals and businesses. It also includes protecting systems, detecting and responding
Read MoreThe Importance of Hacking
The word hacker has become synonymous with a lone rogue programmer with the ability to wreak havoc on computer systems. Despite this image, hacking is actually a multibillion dollar industry that involves sophisticated techniques. It’s also an invaluable skill for professionals to learn, particularly in the age of cybersecurity threats
Read MoreWhat is Malware and How Does it Affect Your Computer?
A malware attack is any software that’s designed to harm your computer. Viruses, ransomware, trojans, worms, spyware and even rootkits all fall under this broad category of malicious software. The term was coined by cybersecurity analyst Yisrael Radai in 1990, but malware has been around for much longer. Generally, threats
Read MoreHow to Recognize a Phishing Attack
A phishing attack begins with a fraudulent message, usually via email or another electronic communication method that looks like it came from someone you trust, to trick you into disclosing confidential information on a fake website or clicking a link to download malware. It gets its name from the term
Read MoreRansomware and Ransomware Incident Response
Ransomware attacks are grabbing headlines and growing in frequency. Hackers exploit security weaknesses to steal or lock data and hold it hostage until a payment is made. In 2021 alone, high profile ransomware attacks against Colonial Pipeline, JBS Foods (world’s largest meatpacker), and other companies have grabbed the attention of
Read MoreWhat Is Cloud Security?
Cloud Security enables organizations to monitor, protect and respond to threats in a dynamic cloud environment. It uses data from multiple systems (as well as the network) to provide a complete attack story, helping to prevent data breaches, malware infections and other risks that can occur when security tools are
Read MoreCybercrime – The Growing Concern of Corporations and Individuals
Cybercrime is a growing concern for corporations. Hackers can steal confidential information from a company or even take control of their website to commit fraud and other crimes. These incidents can affect customers and the reputation of a company. For individuals, it can result in the theft of personal data
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