Reading Time: 3 minutes Deepfake phishing attacks are a type of cyber threat where malicious actors use deepfake technology to create convincing but entirely fabricated audio or video content. This content is designed to impersonate someone, such as a company executive or a trusted individual, to manipulate targets into taking certain actions or revealing sensitive information. Phishing has changed its appearance once more in […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes A sophisticated HTTP attack typically refers to a type of cyber attack that specifically targets the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or the application layer of the OSI model. The application layer is Layer 7 in the OSI model and is responsible for providing network services directly to end-users or applications. Sophisticated HTTP attacks often involve more advanced and nuanced techniques […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes Introduction: With technological advancements shaping the world today, the prevalence of cybercrime has become a critical concern. Understanding the need for a strong digital foundation, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has taken a commendable step by releasing a circular focused on the formation of Cyber Clubs in schools. This blog post aims to explore the significance of this […]
Reading Time: 6 minutes Introduction: Cybercrime refers to illegal activities carried out using computer systems or the internet. It includes a wide range of criminal activities, such as hacking, phishing, online scams, identity theft, cyberbullying, credit card fraud, malware distribution, trafficking of illegal content, and more. Cybercriminals utilize advanced technology and techniques to exploit vulnerabilities in computer networks, devices, and online platforms to commit […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes Ransomware is a malware designed to deny a user or organization access to files on their computer. By encrypting these files and demanding a ransom payment for the decryption key, cyberattackers place organizations in a position where paying the ransom is the easiest and cheapest way to regain access to their files. Preventing ransomware attacks requires a combination of proactive […]
Reading Time: 5 minutes What is a Cyber Attack? A cyber-attack is any type of offensive action that attempts to exploit computer systems, networks, and/or personal computer devices for the purpose of causing harm or stealing data. Cyber attacks can come in the form of malware, phishing scams, ransomware, denial of service attacks, or other malicious activities. Here are some examples of common cyber-attacks […]
Reading Time: 4 minutes Healthcare organizations are becoming the biggest target for cyber-attacks due to the growing complexity and sensitivity of the data they store. Healthcare records contain highly sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, medical history, financial information and insurance details. This data is attractive to cyber criminals because it can be used for identity theft and to commit fraud. Additionally, healthcare […]