At its core, social engineering is not a cyber attack. Instead, social engineering is all about the psychology of persuasion: It targets the mind like a con man. The aim is to gain the trust of targets, so they lower their guard, and then encourage them into taking unsafe actions such as divulging personal information […]
Understanding cyber crime and fraud Cyber crime and fraud present serious risks to individuals, organisations, and governments. As technology evolves, criminals continue to develop more sophisticated ways to exploit weaknesses and carry out illegal activities. This article explores what cyber crime and fraud involve, their impact, and the steps individuals and organisations can take to […]
What is data leakage?Data leakage refers to the accidental exposure of sensitive information to individuals who are not authorized to access it. For instance, improperly configured cloud storage can leave personally identifiable information (PII) or proprietary business data publicly accessible. Human error is one of the leading causes of data leakage, such as employees losing […]
Top Uses of Blockchain in Cybersecurity – And Will It Really Make the Internet More Secure? As cyberattacks grow more sophisticated and data breaches become almost routine, organizations are rethinking how trust and security are built into the internet. Traditional cybersecurity models rely heavily on centralized control, firewalls, databases and authorities that, if compromised, can […]
Top 10 Data Breaches of 2025 The year 2025 marked one of the most volatile periods in cybersecurity history, with data breaches reaching unprecedented scale and sophistication across industries. From retail giants and financial platforms to media organizations and critical healthcare networks, attackers exploited vulnerabilities in cloud systems, third-party vendors and aging digital infrastructure to […]
Digital ID: the Pitfalls & How to Build a Better Path Forward Digital identity systems promise convenience, security, and smoother access to services. From unlocking your phone to proving your age online, they’re becoming woven into everyday life. But as societies move closer to fully digitized identity infrastructures, it’s essential to examine the risks lurking […]
How to Calculate Data Breaches The cost of a data breach depends on an organization’s size, industry, and readiness – ranging from minor downtime for a small business to massive losses or fines for larger, data-sensitive organizations. What is a Data Breach? The cost of a data breach is shaped by multiple direct and indirect […]
5 HIPAA Best Practices Security Leaders Can’t Afford to Overlook For CISOs in healthcare, HIPAA compliance isn’t just about regulatory checkboxes, it’s about safeguarding the trust at the core of the patient–provider relationship. Every security decision has clinical and business implications. A ransomware attack can delay surgeries. A lost laptop can trigger federal investigations. A […]
Cybersecurity on a Budget: A Small Business Survival Guide Introduction Running a small business is hard enough without worrying about hackers. But here’s the reality: 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses and many never recover. Despite high awareness, most small businesses still believe they’re too small to be attractive targets for threat actors. Although 79% […]
Insider Bank Attacks: A Hidden Threat to Financial Institutions Banks are often thought of as fortresses of security, where advanced technology, regulatory oversight, and strong internal controls prevent fraud and theft. However, some of the most devastating financial crimes have not come from the outside, but from within. These cases highlight the scale of damage […]