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 an activity that leads to loss of your personal data, including loss of passwords, username, credit card details,…
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…
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…
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 has become common today. Learn about some tips that can help you increase the security on 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 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 easily…
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…
Small business owners who choose to discount the risks associated with a cyber attack or data breach could be making a very serious error. From social engineering to the vulnerabilities found within outdated software, identifying the biggest threats to their…
Smart assistants, such as Amazon Echo or Google Home, are changing habits and making lives of more than 45 million users in the US more organized. Virtual home assistants may look like stylish music speakers matching your home interior. But…
