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Cybercrime and Law Enforcement Collaboration

Cybercrime sounds like something from a sci-fi film, but it is a real and growing problem for law enforcement, computer professionals and the public. From phishing and ransomware to data breaches, hacking and cyber-terrorism, cybercriminals are increasingly using the Internet to steal money and personal information. Their attacks have a

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How to Detect a Botnet

A botnet is a group of compromised devices — often called zombie computers — that are controlled as a network by one attacker (the “bot herder”). These malware-infected systems, or bots, can be used to spread viruses and other malware, steal sensitive information, conduct large-scale cyber attacks, and perform other

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Careers in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity involves the protection of data, devices and networks from unauthorized access or criminal use. It includes activities like identifying and responding to attacks, maintaining integrity and availability of systems, protecting intellectual property and complying with privacy laws. Everyone depends on cybersecurity to protect their information: Individuals from identity theft

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