Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks have become a growing ubiquitous threat to the availability of internet services. Even more concerning is the rise of Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks, where multiple systems are coordinated to cripple websites and internet services. These attacks inundate web servers with requests until the services collapse under the ...
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Feb 22, 2024 • 3 min read
Vulnerabilities are not only ubiquitous in software products but also pose one of the greatest threats to cybersecurity. These invisible vulnerabilities often serve as the first entry points for cybercriminals to compromise systems and entire networks. Their significance cannot be underestimated as they provide the anonymity and flexibility attackers need ...
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Feb 21, 2024 • 3 min read
In the digital age, where communication and transactions are increasingly taking place online, spam and phishing have secured a permanent place in the arsenal of relentless cybercriminals. These unwanted and often harmful messages are more than just a nuisance; they pose a serious threat to the security and privacy of ...
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Feb 19, 2024 • 3 min read
In the realm of cybercrime, ransomware stands out as one of the most persistent, advancing and damaging threats. This article takes a look on two core aspects of the ransomware threat: the increasing complexity of the cybercriminal underground economy and the sophisticated extortion tactics employed against small and medium-sized businesses ...
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Feb 14, 2024 • 3 min read
Within the sphere of cybercrime, ransomware has solidified its status as a highly perilous threat. This article takes a comprehensive dive into the diverse forms of ransomware attacks, examining their mechanisms and the challenges they present to both businesses and individuals. Further information can be found here: IT-Security Fundamentals of ...
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Feb 12, 2024 • 3 min read