Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

The majority of these attacks are due to hacking, fraud and social engineering. Social engineering is a methodology that enables a perpetrator to persuade or induce an individual to provide sensitive information or access to the unauthorized perpetrator. For example, in the first half of 2014, 84.6% Most Active Malware Today.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 27, 2023

This demonstrates a focus on collecting data from multi-factor authentication tools. Mike Parkin, Senior Technical Engineer at Vulcan Cyber, said: "There's no doubt we're seeing more information stealing malware, but there's been an uptick in cybercriminal activity overall.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 29, 2024

At its core, this tactic revolves around gaming the trust users put in reputable internet services, including search engines, and the familiarity they have with online advertising per se. This ends up executing sketchy code that installs viruses, ransomware, spyware, or adware behind the victim's back.

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Dataconomy

JUNE 27, 2023

Enable two-factor authentication Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your accounts. Use antivirus software Installing reputable antivirus software helps protect your system from various types of malware, including viruses, ransomware, and spyware. Stick to trusted and secure devices whenever possible.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 26, 2023

Common Types of Cyber Attacks Common techniques that criminal hackers use to penetrate systems include social engineering, password attacks, malware, and exploitation of software vulnerabilities. It uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information.”

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Dataconomy

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A tailgating attack in cybersecurity is a type of social engineering attack in which an unauthorized person gains access to a secure system or facility by following closely behind an authorized person. Tailgating, specifically, is a social engineering tactic used in physical security breaches. Who is at risk of tailgating attacks?

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