CYBERSECURITY - What you NEED to know!
In today’s digital era, cybersecurity has become an essential part of our lives. As technology advances, so does the need for reliable and secure online systems.
Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting networks, systems, and programs from digital attacks. These attacks are usually aimed at accessing, changing, or destroying sensitive information, extorting money from users, or interrupting normal business processes.
Types of Cybersecurity Threats:
To ensure effective cybersecurity, individuals and organizations must understand the basics of cybersecurity. This includes the various threats that exist, the different types of security measures, and the steps that can be taken to protect one’s digital assets.
Malware:
Malware is malicious software that is used to disrupt computer operations, gather sensitive information, or gain access to private computer systems. Examples of malware include viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and adware.
Phishing:
Phishing is when a malicious actor tries to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.
Social Engineering:
Social engineering is a type of attack that uses psychological manipulation to trick people into revealing confidential information, performing actions, or granting access to a system.
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS):
A DDoS attack is when a malicious actor floods a server or network with requests, preventing legitimate users from accessing the service.
SQL Injection:
SQL injection is a type of attack that injects malicious code into a database, allowing malicious actors to access and modify sensitive data.
Zero-Day Exploit:
A zero-day exploit is when a malicious actor exploits a previously unknown vulnerability in a system or application.
Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attack:
A MitM attack is when a malicious actor intercepts and alters communications between two parties.
Password Attack:
Password attacks are when a malicious actor uses techniques such as brute force, dictionary attacks, and rainbow tables to crack passwords.
Insider Threats:
Insider threats occur when a malicious actor has legitimate access to a system and uses it to damage or steal data.
Cryptojacking:
Cryptojacking is when a malicious actor hijacks a user’s computing power to mine cryptocurrency without their knowledge.
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Drive-by Downloads:
Drive-by downloads are malicious downloads that are installed on a user’s computer without their knowledge or consent.
IoT Attacks:
IoT attacks occur when malicious actors exploit vulnerabilities in an Internet of Things (IoT) device to gain access to a network or system.
Spam:
Spam is the sending of unsolicited messages, typically via email or text, for commercial or malicious purposes.
Denial of Service (DoS) Attack:
A DoS attack is when a malicious actor attempts to make a server or network unavailable by flooding it with requests.
Cybersecurity Best Practices:
How To Assess & Mitigate Risk?
Identify the Risks:
Analyze your environment and identify all potential risks that could affect your business operations.
Evaluate the Risks:
Assess the likelihood and potential impact of each risk.
Prioritize the Risks:
Rank the risks in order of importance, based on their likelihood and potential impact.
Create a Risk Management Plan:
Develop a plan to address each risk, including strategies to mitigate and/or transfer the risk.
Monitor & Review:
Monitor the effectiveness of the risk management plan and review it periodically to ensure that it is still appropriate and effective.
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