Reading Time: 2 minutes Data-Centric Security is a cybersecurity approach that focuses on protecting data itself rather than the systems, networks, or applications that store or process the data. Traditional security models often rely on perimeter defenses (like firewalls and network controls), but in data-centric security, the focus is on protecting data at its core, no matter where it resides or how it moves. […]
Why is cybersecurity important for children and teenagers?
Reading Time: 2 minutes Teaching cybersecurity to teenagers can be both educational and engaging by using practical, age-appropriate methods. Children and teenagers need to understand cybersecurity for several key reasons: 1. Growing Digital Footprint: With the widespread use of smartphones, social media, online games, and educational platforms, teenagers are constantly engaging online. Knowing about cybersecurity helps them protect their personal data and privacy from […]
Evolution of Cybersecurity – A Historical Overview
Reading Time: 3 minutes The evolution of cybersecurity can be traced back to the early days of computing when security measures were minimal and the internet was a relatively very small network. In the early 90s, firewalls were the common method of protecting networks and data from cyberattacks. Now, this field of cyber security has a wide range of technologies: Here’s an outline of […]
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) Tools – The Ultimate Force Multiplier
Reading Time: 3 minutes In the digital age, information is abundant and readily accessible, often hidden in plain sight. The challenge lies in efficiently gathering, analyzing, and utilizing this vast amount of data. Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools are designed to meet this challenge, acting as force multipliers that significantly enhance our ability to extract actionable intelligence from publicly available sources. What is OSINT? OSINT […]