Hackers are widely understood to be shady networking experts, coders, and computer professionals with malicious intent towards the online cyberspace. These hackers also called 'cyber-criminals,’ aim to illegally infiltrate computer systems so that they can get access to precious data. This data includes confidential records, bank account details, imagery, authentication credentials, and all other … [Read more...] about Ethical Hacking as Explained by White Hat Hackers
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5 Misconceptions About Cyber-Security
Despite the limitless opportunities provided by the internet, it still serves to be a source of danger and crime if used carelessly. Sensitive user information can be compromised, distributed and even be available for sale on the Dark Web, which is not as hard to access as one might think. The Top 5 Myths About Cyber-Security Cybercrime such as ransomware attacks, viruses, scams, … [Read more...] about 5 Misconceptions About Cyber-Security
Common Types of Phishing Attacks
Mass-Market Emails Mass market email is the typical type of phishing in which the cyber criminals pretend to be someone else and try to trick the recipient into something like downloading malware or logging into a website. Cybercriminals try to make the message appears to be from an authorized person or organization. Spear Phishing Spear phishing is another type of phishing in … [Read more...] about Common Types of Phishing Attacks
Tips to optimize your VPN security
The novel coronavirus has forced millions of people to work from home, triggering cybersecurity challenges for companies worldwide. It is now imperative for organizations to support and protect their work-from-home employees for a prolonged period. There are various ways a firm can protect their employee, and one of them is reviewing your virtual private network (VPN). Companies can secure … [Read more...] about Tips to optimize your VPN security
What Is a Data Breach?
Data breach is a security incident that exposes confidential, sensitive, and personal protected data to an unauthorized person. Who Causes Data Breaches It is said that hackers cause data breaches but that is not true. There are various other factors which lead to data breaches and are as follow. An Accidental Insider: A data breaches can be caused by a co-worker who uses files or … [Read more...] about What Is a Data Breach?
