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It is very critical for businesses to protect confidential data that they collect and retain such as customer information, legal contracts, bank details, and other important documents. If not handled properly, data can be compromised which can cause irreversible damages…
After a whirlwind year in cyberattacks, everyone is asking the same question: how much worse can it get, and what are we going to do about it? Cybersecurity is – to say the least – a hot-button subject. From accusations…
Gamers are concerned about online security more than ever, says McAfee. According to a recent survey conducted by the malware protection company, nearly 75 percent of gamers worry about gaming security in the future. The participants in the survey were…
For years, social media has been rapidly growing in influence. From once being a simple way to meet up with old school friends to be a very powerful medium of expression, free speech, social engineering, gender equality, business, politics, entertainment,…
As 2018 draws to a close, it is time to get into the spirit of the New Year. It is a time of reflection and preparation for both individuals and businesses. In the field of cybersecurity, whose primary focus is…
Just earlier this year, the EU passed GDPR, which established legal ramifications for companies that didn’t adhere to specified standards of privacy. But while GDPR certainly gives consumers more power and choice over how they want to share their data,…
Earlier this year, the City of Atlanta’s entire judicial system was hit hard when a ransomware attack affected the city’s computer systems. Ransomware is a type of malware that takes over core systems, demanding payment for their recovery. Over one-third…
Cloud computing involves storing data and programs on remote servers and accessing the same via the internet. Cloud computing eliminates the need for having on-site servers and backup systems as all the data can be accessed from different terminals at…
Contrary to popular belief, ransomware is not a new concept. Its first ever iteration came about back in 1991, a.k.a. almost two decades ago, when the Internet was still in its incipient stage. It was known as PC Cyborg, and…
What Is Identity Theft Exactly? Identity theft is a term that is used to refer to any kind of scam, deception, or activity that leads to loss of your personal data, including loss of passwords, username, credit card details, banking…
As netizens [citizens of the web], you probably know about computer viruses and hacking incidents. The new technology and market development have contributed to new forms of cyber-attacks and cryptojacking is one of them. These are often more difficult to…
It’s not a secret that modern apps often become a target of cyberattacks. Gartner reports that 95% of web applications experience attacks because of stolen user passwords. This means a set of symbols is no longer a reliable way of…
Cyber-attacks have become the biggest reason of concern for organizations and individuals alike. This concern mainly stems from the fact that organizations are ill-prepared to deal with cyber threats. To add to this, hackers are leaving no stone unturned to…
Are you one of those infosec professionals looking for a change? Well, this article is for you to explore a new and flourishing career in cybersecurity. This is the best time to challenge your IT skills and specialize in the…
Over the past few years companies have been increasing their use of open source code to help them build more powerful applications faster. Open source components cut down application development time by providing powerful features that developers do not have…
Today’s web hackers are ever more advanced and are working hard to come up with new techniques and weapons to infiltrate networks. As attacks get more sophisticated, security providers are responding to these evolving threats. There are a lot of…
Endpoint attacks on medical management have become common today. Learn about some tips that can help you increase the security of such devices. Ponemon recently created a report in which they demonstrated how attacks on the healthcare industry aren’t only…
Cybersecurity is crucial for all businesses, regardless of their size. As a small to a medium-sized business owner, you can’t assume hackers have nothing to steal from you. In fact, hackers could be targeting you just because your business is…
BYOD (bring your own device) is quickly becoming the workplace standard. Today, 82 percent of companies allow employees to use personal devices for work, and that number will only grow. But before you turn your employees loose with their smartphones…
