Information technology has changed over the years, but there's one thing that remained constant. It's social engineering. Social engineering has a lot of definitions. Some people call it the art of human hacking, while others call it digital attack techniques. Well, both of the definitions are correct. Social engineering is the manipulation of a human being through different … [Read more...] about The Art of Human Hacking – And Why It Works?
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Cybersecurity and the Fight Against Time
We've all heard of phrases such as making up for lost time and going against the clock, albeit in a highly different context- far, far away from the realms of technology and cybersecurity. However, after researching the topic for quite a while (a whole week, to be exact), I was quite astonished to find a highly limited number of articles and blogs written on the somewhat … [Read more...] about Cybersecurity and the Fight Against Time
7 Steps Towards Keeping Yourself Safe Online
October is the ENISA Europe wide Cybersecurity Awareness Month (here), which of course, should apply every month. There have been some notable steps forward in assuring digital and information security provided by organisations but the advice for individuals provided by the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) on personal protection remain broadly unchanged since the agency … [Read more...] about 7 Steps Towards Keeping Yourself Safe Online
How to Prevent Phishing Scams and Attacks by Email
Among the many security threats that exist in the modern digital world, phishing is perhaps the one that needs the most attention “ even more than malware and other malicious software, arguably. The effects of phishing can be devastating, and it's the kind of attack that can target anyone, from small individuals to major corporations. Nobody is safe, and developing the right … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Phishing Scams and Attacks by Email
How to Protect Your Website Against the Sneakiest Cyberattacks
Technology has done a lot of great things for businesses “ particularly when it comes to online interactions. The use of predictive analytics and Big Data analysis have allowed companies to target their audience more effectively and nurture better leads. Access to Big Data information allows businesses to personalize their customers' experiences and keep them engaged … [Read more...] about How to Protect Your Website Against the Sneakiest Cyberattacks