Security

What is IoT security, and how can you secure home IoT devices? Header image
The smarter your home, the more vulnerable it is to attacks. Many of us love the convenience of automatic door locks, security cameras, and smart assistants. Unfortunately, these internet of things (IoT) devices...
Oct 12, 2023
5 min read
What is a computer worm and why is it so dangerous? Header image
Imagine a malware so self-sufficient that it can clone itself, infect computers without interacting with the victim, and scan through online networks seeking out other devices to infect. It may sound like something...
Sep 25, 2023
10 min read
How smishing works and how to spot a smishing attack: Header image
Cybercriminals use a plethora of techniques to breach systems, steal data, launch malware campaigns, and cause damage. One of the most popular tools of the trade is smishing. But what is smishing, how...
Sep 20, 2023
13 min read
Is Spyrix malware? Everything you need to know about the keylogger: Header image
As the post-pandemic world continues to adopt remote and hybrid work models, employers are seeking ways to keep an eye on their staff when they aren’t physically present in the office. This can...
Aug 25, 2023
7 min read
What are botnet attacks? Everything you need to know about bot networks: Header image
Botnets have been around since the early days of the internet and remain one of the world’s most threatening cybersecurity issues. A cyber botnet has only one basic requirement: an internet connection. Once...
Aug 17, 2023
7 min read
What is NanoCore, and how does this malware work? Header image
Despite being created about ten years ago, NanoCore is one of the most popular, effective, and dangerous remote access trojans (RAT). But what exactly is NanoCore? Why is it still relevant? And what...
Aug 15, 2023
5 min read
What is Bad Rabbit? Understanding the 2017 ransomware attack (Header image)
The first ransomware attack was registered in 1989. Back then, attackers encrypted files and held them hostage in exchange for payment that had to be mailed to a P.O. box. It was not...
Aug 4, 2023
5 min read
How to get a secure Wi-Fi connection at home and in public (Header image)
The Wi-Fi icon has become a symbol of instant connectivity. But just as you can easily connect to wireless networks, so can hackers, as most Wi-Fi networks are open and unsecured. In this...
Jul 31, 2023
6 min read
The top 10 types of malware that can infect your Mac (Header image)
Apple defines malware as “malicious software, which includes viruses, worms, trojan horses, and other programs that can harm your Mac or your privacy.” And while experts still do not agree on the exact quantity...
Jul 25, 2023
6 min read
Hashing vs encryption vs encoding: The differences explained (Header image)
Our digital world runs on data. And data needs to be constantly formatted, verified, and secured. Every day, your data is encoded, encrypted, or hashed when you go online to write an email,...
Jul 17, 2023
5 min read