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Hacking refers to activities that attempt to break into digital systems such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and even entire networks. And while hacking is not always done for malicious purposes, most references to hacking and hackers today describe it/them as unlawful cybercriminal activity—motivated by financial gain, protest, information gathering (spying), or even just "fun." Many people believe that the word "hacker" refers to a self-taught "crazy kid" or a rogue programmer skilled at modifying computer hardware or software so that it can be used in ways beyond the original creators' intentions. But this is a rather narrow scope that does not cover the full range of reasons for hacking. (For detailed information on hackers, read Wendy Zamora's article, " Under the hoodie: why money, power, and ego drive hackers to cybercrime .") Hacking is usually technical in nature (e.g. creating malware that injects malicious code without requ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has entered its second year. It is no exaggeration to say that COVID-19 has affected all aspects of people's personal and work lives. In terms of enterprise security, the pandemic has also changed many things. Millions of workers now access corporate networks and cloud-based resources through their home Wi-Fi. IT workers troubleshoot critical systems through remote access. Supply chains are buckling under great pressure, and cyber attackers are wasting no time in exploiting these potential vulnerabilities.  Unfortunately, it is clear that the scope and level of cyber attacks will continue to increase in 2023. Let’s look at nine trends related to cybersecurity expected in 2023.  1. Bullish: Ransomware 2. Bullish: Cryptomining/Cryptojacking 3. Bullish: Deepfake 4. Bullish: Video conferencing attacks 5. Weak: VPN 6. Bullish: IoT and OT attacks 7. Bullish: Supply chain attacks 8. Bullish :XDR 9. Bearish: Crypto Bullish: Ransomware is not going away Ransomwar...

 Cybersecurity awareness is the knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity threats and best practices, and the ability to apply that knowledge to protect oneself and others from harm. Why is cybersecurity awareness important? Cybersecurity threats  are constantly evolving, and it is important for everyone to be aware of the latest risks and how to protect themselves. Cybersecurity awareness can help to prevent cyber attacks, which can have a devastating impact on individuals, businesses, and governments. Raising cybersecurity awareness across all levels of society is essential to creating a more secure world. Types of cybersecurity threats Phishing attacks:  Phishing attacks are attempts to trick people into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers. Malware attacks:  Malware is malicious software that can damage or disable computers and networks. Ransomware attacks:  Ransomware attacks encrypt files on a victim's computer and d...

What should you do when you suffer a hacker attack? A guide to the weapons of computer pirates and the possible countermeasures to be implemented. How to defend yourself from a hacker attack We tend to think that hacker attacks are something out of a movie, that at most they concern large companies, or unaware individuals without a certain knowledge of the internet. However, attacking individual users has fallen into disuse, and while it may seem more tempting to attack a large business, it is actually very profitable and popular to attack a small business. The favorite victims of computer hackers are hospitals , schools , financial institutions , but above all SMEs , which often do not have adequate defenses. Types of cyber attacks Hacker attacks are carried out mainly for two objectives: extortion of money , or theft of information . To achieve their goal they use various techniques/tools including: Malicious software , such as malware , of which the most popular is ransomware , whic...

IT security means protecting computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks and data against malicious attacks or intrusions. With digitization and the increased availability of data, IT security is becoming an increasingly important role among today's companies. Many of today's businesses depend on IT to succeed. At the same time that new technology creates new opportunities, it also creates threats to the companies themselves. These threats are often overlooked and the consequences can be very serious. But what is IT security? And why is it an area that is so important for organizations and companies to prioritize? In this article, we give you answers to many of the questions you as a company may have. What is data security? An important part of IT security is data security, which, among other things, means protecting oneself against hackers and computer viruses or the theft of information on a computer or in a computer network, and having working methods so...

Cybercrime has reached epidemic proportions. The global cost of cybercrime exceeded $450 billion in 2016, and the annual cost of data leaks worldwide is expected to reach $2.1 billion by 2019. Companies targeted by cybercriminals have a lot to lose : According to the Cisco 2017 Annual Cybersecurity Report , of organizations that experience attacks, 29% lose revenue and 38% lose more than 20% of their total revenue.    2016 retail sales only grew by 2.2% from the previous year, while ecommerce sales have been growing by a yearly average of 15% But businesses aren't the only victims of cybercrime, and your brand could lose more than just money. When buyers agree to purchase from you, they trust that your website is secure and that you will protect their valuable and potentially sensitive information. Unfortunately, if your business is targeted, there's a good chance it's your customers who will suffer the most.  Cybercriminals have your customers in their sights Recently, a...

On many occasions, our bank accounts' official applications and websites offer predefined security measures: alphanumeric passwords, permissions for only one active session, tokens, and more. However, there are many cases in which confidential information is compromised by scammers who find a loophole in the security of our devices. To avoid further cybersecurity havoc, we have compiled three tips to help you avoid digital attacks on your banking information. Tip 1: Browse safely and take care of your bank accounts On the Internet, we find it all: unique offers, academic information, professional advice, tutorials, support tools, and even entertainment options. However, we cannot ignore criminal practices. Clicking on an ad or opening a link could cost us a lot. Therefore, it is necessary to know the security nomenclature of our internet search engines . Whenever you visit a site where you will handle information about your bank accounts, personal data or any other personal informa...

Computer viruses such as  WannaCry , which in 2017 affected companies in more than 100 countries around the world,  have managed to infect the computers and internal networks of SMEs and multinationals. The need for companies to protect themselves against the millions of  malware that are launched annually in the world is increasing. The digitalization of companies, their purchasing and selling services and other internal processes, favors the growth of these attacks. And not only are they increasing in number, they are also becoming more sophisticated. Any protection is insufficient after verifying the capacity of these attacks to completely paralyze the activity of a company, attack its assets or blackmail its leaders and employees. In this article we compile some  aspects that you should take into account when protecting your business  against this type of threats. 7 tips on cybersecurity Update the software : Although it seems like an obvious measure, thes...

 Do you know the basics to protect your small business from cybercrime ? Read to learn the steps you can take to keep your small business safe in the cyber environment. When it comes to running a small business, cybersecurity solutions are not always the most fun topics to discuss and are often overlooked or forgotten. But in reality, you're only as safe as the weakest link, so making sure you adopt good protection practices to safeguard your business from data breaches, hacks and scams is paramount to maintaining a trouble-free business. Let's use an analogy to review some cybersecurity concepts for small businesses. Think about a traditional business with a physical location. What are the access points to enter the building? You are probably thinking about doors and windows. And you've probably already implemented measures to protect access. You have locks on the doors. You may have an alarm installed and possibly security cameras, motion detectors and lights. The custome...