Tag: Cyber attack

Introduction to Brute Force Attacks A brute force attack is a trial-and-error technique used by cybercriminals to gain access to sensitive information such as passwords, encryption keys, or login credentials. Essentially, it involves systematically attempting every possible password combination...

The healthcare industry faces a unique and urgent challenge in the ever-evolving world of cyber threats. As businesses across sectors fortify their digital defenses, healthcare stands out as a critical target due to its reliance on interconnected devices and vast repositories of sensitive patient...

2023 saw a huge number of devastating cyberattacks, from crippling ransomware campaigns to breaches targeting critical infrastructure. As threat actors employ increasingly innovative tactics, understanding the most significant attacks and their implications is essential for building robust...

Credential stuffing is a type of cyberattack where attackers use stolen username and password combinations, often obtained from previous data breaches, to gain unauthorized access to multiple online accounts. The attacker automates the process of trying these combinations across various websites,...

Cyber attacks are deliberate attempts to steal, alter, or destroy data or to disrupt operations and to damage the digital parts of a critical infrastructure. This blog post explores the most destructive major cyber attacks in history, detailing the underlying motives and impact, and then offers...

There are some things you want to keep private such as your bank account number, government ID number, etc. In the digital age, that includes the passwords that protect these accounts because once your account credentials are compromised, cybercriminals can get that information. That is why...

Imagine leaving your car key at a public place, only to drop your keys when exiting the vehicle. Someone picks them up and drives away. They speed through a school zone and are caught on camera. Later, the car is used in a robbery. Now, you're not only missing your car but also wrongly implicated...

Introduction to Cyber Attack Prevention In today's digitally connected world, any organization with digital assets and internet access is vulnerable to cyberattacks. That reality has become all too pervasive in recent years. While it may not be part of your business plan, protection against...

Workplaces have evolved. While hybrid and remote work existed before COVID-19, these working arrangements became even more prevalent during and after the pandemic. Today, workplaces offer the flexibility for employees to work and access company resources from anywhere worldwide, with the Server...

In the wake of escalating cyber-attacks and data breaches, the ubiquitous advice of "don't share your password" is no longer enough. Passwords remain the primary keys to our most important digital assets, so following password security best practices is more critical than ever. Whether you're...