An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a type of cyberattack carried out over an extended period and uses stealthy methods to evade detection. APTs are typically used to access sensitive data or systems and can be very difficult to detect and defend against. APTs are generally carried out by a…
In a world where everything is digitized and interconnected, cyber security has never been more imperative. One of the most critical aspects of cyber security is access control, which manages who has access to what within a networked environment. There are many different ways to manage access control, but user…
Do you see ads constantly popping on your computer screen that was not there before? Well, there are many ways that people can get viruses on their computers, but it is more common for them to be caused by what is called “adware”. What is Adware? Adware or advertising-supported software…
Email Phishing is one of the more popular tactics that cybercriminals employ to gain access to your private accounts. When cybercriminals email you, they pretend to be someone they are not to get valuable information from you. One way email phishing scams work is by impersonating a well-known company email address…
If you’ve ever heard the term “I have nothing to hide” in response to breaches in privacy or even used that adage yourself in your personal life, you may have to give that another thought. When we’re talking about an interpersonal relationship between two or more people, privacy is usually…
Malware, rooted in the term “malicious software,” is a plague that has worried users since the dawn of technological innovation. Malware’s foundation can be traced as far back as the ’40s, with mathematicians and early computer scientists theorizing the idea that a computer can create a program with the sole…
Nowadays, it is more and more common to find that our homes are becoming our offices and workplaces. Since your home has become a hub of your personal and professional lives, ensuring its safety is extremely important. You make sure that your door is locked every night, so unwanted guests…