Hackers are taking full advantage of digital technology to exploit our vulnerabilities. Hackers have become more sophisticated and creative in their attempts to gain entry to people's personal and professional accounts - weak passwords and phishing emails are popular methods employed by hackers but there are numerous lesser-known methods of gain.

What are the most commonly employed hacking techniques?

Hacking techniques have evolved significantly over time, taking advantage of technological advances and taking advantage of skills that people possess. Although hackers still employ brute-force attacks and traditional techniques for bypassing security measures, their approaches are becoming more ...

Are you frustrated that cyber attacks seem to be constantly in the news these days?

No, you aren't hallucinating.

Cyber attacks have quickly become the number-one risk for businesses across the world, surpassing even other risks as the top priority. Ranging from ransomware and data breaches to IT disruptions that halt operations completely, cyber threats are keeping business owners up at night - and with good reason.

Imagine losing access to your customer database, having sensitive information leaked out or being locked out of systems until paying a large ransom payment - these nightmares are becoming all too real for businesses of all sizes every day.

If your business falls victim to a cyber ...

Let me ask you something: Do you lock your front door when you leave the house?

Of course you do.

But what if you get home and find that someone left a window open? You may as well have left the door unlocked, right?

Now think about your business.

You’ve probably invested in good cyber security to protect it, using strong passwords, firewalls, and the latest software updates. But if your employees accidentally leave the “windows” open, all that security goes to waste.

It’s not about blame – it’s about awareness. The truth is that your employees might be your biggest security risk, without them even realizing it.

More people are working remotely, and research sho...

Digital connectivity is an indispensable force in our lives, making a major impactful statement about its significance to cybersecurity. However, as technology progresses so do online threats.

Oft times, our own actions place us at greater risk from scams or cyberattacks. Weak passwords and lax policies are two such risky behaviors; human error accounts for approximately 88% of data breaches.

National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) and CybSafe work to correct bad cyber hygiene. Their annual report examines attitudes and behavior related to cybersecurity; their goal is to educate both people and businesses alike on how they can better secure their digital environments.

This year's study included ...

Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving field. Each year brings with it new technologies, threats and opportunities. Organizations need to be aware of and prepare for cyber threats both now and as we approach 2024 - regardless of size or sector. All businesses should make plans.

Staying ahead of the game when it comes to protecting digital assets is paramount. The cybersecurity landscape is experiencing rapid transformation due to emerging technologies and threats as well as shifting global dynamics.

As we move forward into 2024, let us examine some key cybersecurity predictions you should keep in mind.

1. Artificial Intelligence Will Be a Double-Edged Sword

Artificial intelligence has transformed cy...

Smart home gadgets have quickly become an indispensable resource, yet also pose serious security threats. Hackers could use these devices to gain access to personal data or spy on you or monitor activities within your house - potentially leading them to gain control and damage your house by breaking in or accessing other parts.

Smart home devices often go unnoticed. Over 75% of people remain reluctant to disclose personal data; yet most remain open to using this type of technology in their home.

Cyber security threats remain a top concern as we increasingly turn towards smart living. Hackers could have compromised your smart systems without your knowledge.

How can you recognize when a hacker ha...

Social media can be an extremely effective marketing tool for small businesses, allowing you to quickly communicate updates to your customer base while engaging with them directly. But be wary: what you post on popular platforms such as Facebook and Instagram could put your business at risk of cyber attacks.

Your goal should be to keep your audience up-to-date with news about products, events, employees and services offered by your business. However, cybercriminals could gain invaluable insight by sharing certain details on social media which cybercriminals could then exploit to gain entry to vulnerable spots within your system - which could cost your company much more in future due to carele...

Unnerving trends were recently exposed in a new security report.

Cyber attacks are growing increasingly prevalent. Criminals now take an average of just 62 minutes to gain entry to your network compared to 84 minutes last year.

These attacks are becoming both faster and more frequent. According to a report issued by our company, 34 new cyber criminal groups were identified bringing our total cyber-criminal groups tracked up to over 230.

Cyber criminals don't just sit around doing nothing - they have evolved rapidly into increasingly sophisticated attackers. According to one report, they have even set a record-breaking time of 2 minutes and 7 seconds for an attack breakout - not enough time even...

Browser extensions have become as ubiquitous as mobile applications, yet many only end up installing and using a handful of them. Google Chrome features over 176,000 extensions which provide users with additional functionality and customization options.

Browser extensions can enhance your browsing experience while simultaneously posing risks to both your online privacy and security.

We will explore the dangers associated with browser extensions in this article and shed light on their possible threats, providing insight into how you can protect your online presence.

Browser Extensions:

Benefits and Risks Browser extensions have quickly become popular due to their convenience and versatility, wit...