Day: 10 October 2023
A Career in Cyber-Security
Cyber-security is a field of study concerned with the best way to defend devices and services connected to the Internet against attacks by hackers, spammers, and cybercriminals. It is a broad discipline that covers everything from defending against international digital spying to safeguarding data against ransomware and financial losses due
Read MoreThe Basics of Hacking
Hacking is a term that has gained notoriety in the modern world due to cybercrimes committed by hackers who break into computer systems to steal private information, install dangerous malware, or disrupt services. While some people think of hackers as crooks, there are also ethical hackers who probe systems to
Read MoreWhat is Phishing?
Phishing is how cybercriminals try to steal personal information (user IDs, passwords, credit card data) and financial information from victims. It is a form of attack that involves email, but has also been used via phone calls (so-called vishing) and through social media, text messaging services and apps. It is
Read MoreRansomware Is Getting the Spotlight
With attacks on Colonial Pipeline, JBS Foods, and other high-profile organizations making headlines around the world, ransomware is getting the spotlight. Hackers are exploiting security weaknesses to hold the data of companies, governments and healthcare organizations hostage, often demanding tens of millions of dollars in payment. The ransomware extortion business
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