BotNet News

Malware, short for malicious software, is a blanket term for any disruptive program that infiltrates and harms computers. It can do a wide range of things like stealing information, disrupting computing functions, or spying on you and your devices. It is able to carry out these activities because of security

As human society goes digital, most businesses rely on computer systems to manage everything from client data and supply chain logistics to employee records and customer service. That also means that cyber criminals have more incentive than ever to infiltrate those computer systems for financial gain, extortion, political or social

Whether you are seeking a new career, looking to make a jump in your current job or changing industries entirely, learning ethical hacking is a smart way to position yourself for the cybersecurity skills shortage. This is especially true given the fact that many entry-level positions require candidates to compete

Cloud Security encompasses a wide range of best practices that prevent or mitigate cloud-based attacks. These include granting access to data and services on a need-to-know basis, monitoring and auditing for misconfigurations, encrypting traffic between the cloud and onpremises systems, and ensuring endpoint devices are secured before connecting to the

Ransomware has been around for decades, with the first attack involving a Harvard-educated biologist sending infected floppy disks to attendees of an AIDS conference in 1989. The malware encrypted their systems and instructed victims to mail a $189 ransom to a P.O. box in Panama. Since then, cybercriminals have developed