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Cybercrime – A Fast-Evolving Security Threat

Cybercrime is an extremely profitable and borderless business that generates billions of dollars in annual revenue for criminal threat actors. Its impact goes well beyond financial loss though, affecting our lives in numerous ways. Malware attacks can damage a computer system or take control of the device, enabling cybercriminals to

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Careers in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity protects computers, networks, software, data, and information systems from attacks by hackers. Hackers exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software, weak passwords, and unprotected Wi-Fi to steal data, disrupt operations, or demand ransom. With the global shift toward digitization and the proliferation of connected devices, cybersecurity is more important than ever.

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What is a Botnet?

A group of computers or Internet of Things (IoT) devices infected with malware that allows a cybercriminal to remotely control them. The malicious software is programmed to communicate with a central server or bot master through covert channels to receive instructions. This communication is known as command and control (C&C).

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