Keeping You Protected
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a type of security vulnerability typically found in web applications. It allows an attacker to inject malicious scripts (usually JavaScript) into web pages viewed by other users. Unlike many other web attacks that target the server directly, XSS targets the users of the website by exploiting…
A Brute Force Attack is a cryptographic hack that uses trial and error to guess login credentials, encryption keys, or hidden web pages. Instead of looking for a specific vulnerability in a system's code, the attacker simply tries every possible combination of characters until they find the right one. Think…
A dictionary attack is a method used by hackers to break into password-protected accounts by systematically entering every word in a predefined list (a "dictionary") until the correct password is found. Unlike a brute-force attack, which tries every possible combination of characters (aaaa, aaab, aaac…), a dictionary attack is more…
Cryptojacking is a type of cyberattack. In cryptojacking hacker hijacks computer, smartphone, or server to mine cryptocurrency without your permission. Unlike ransomware, which locks your files and demands money, cryptojacking is a stealth attack. The goal of the hacker is to stay hidden for as long as possible so they…
Rogue software, also known as scareware or rogue security software, is a type of malware that uses social engineering to trick you into thinking your computer is infected with viruses or has serious system errors. The primary goal is to scare you into paying for a "full version" of the…
A computer worm is a standalone malicious program that copies itself and propagates across computer networks without needing to attach itself to an existing file or program (unlike a traditional virus) and without any human intervention to spread. The primary characteristic that defines a computer worm is its ability to…
Spyware is a type of malicious software (malware) designed to secretly infiltrate a computer or mobile device, gather information about the user and their activities, and transmit that data to a third party without the user's consent. It's essentially a digital spy that operates quietly in the background, making it…
A Denial-of-Service or DoS attack is a type of cyberattack where a perpetrator attempts to make a single machine or network resource unavailable to its intended users. The main objective is to disrupt the service such as a website or application by overloading it with traffic or exhausting its resources,…
Ransomware is a type of malicious software (malware) that prevents you from accessing your computer files, systems, or network and then demands a ransom payment for their return. It is one of the most damaging and disruptive forms of cyber attack today, often leading to significant financial losses and operational…
Scareware is a type of malicious software (malware) or deceptive tactic. It uses social engineering to trick or frighten users into taking an immediate, harmful action. The goal of scareware is to manipulate the users, usually by making them believe their device is in imminent danger. Scareware then encourage them…
