Ransomware-as-a-Service Ransomware attacks have evolved from one-off, opportunistic hacks into a mature criminal industry — and at the heart of this transformation is Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS). This underground business model has lowered the barrier to entry for cybercrime, enabling even non-technical criminals to launch sophisticated ransomware campaigns. RaaS kits allow affiliates lacking the skill or time […]
The Pros and Cons of Agentic AI: A Deep Dive into Autonomously Acting Artificial Intelligence Agentic AI refers to artificial intelligence systems endowed with the ability to make autonomous decisions and act on them without human intervention. These systems go beyond reactive or purely predictive models—they operate with a form of “agency,” which includes goal-setting, […]
How to Know If Remote Employees Are Working Remote work has become a staple of the modern workplace, offering flexibility and access to global talent. However, for managers, one persistent challenge remains: how to know if remote employees are actually working. Without physical presence and visual cues, it’s easy to feel uncertain about productivity and […]
In today’s digital landscape, Shadow IT—the use of unauthorized applications, devices, or services by employees without IT department approval—has become a prevalent issue. While it can foster innovation and efficiency, Shadow IT also introduces significant risks that organizations must address proactively. The use of shadow IT is rarely malicious. Rather, it is a practice embraced […]
How to Monitor Remote Employees: A Balanced Approach to Productivity and Trust Every organization is mobile now. While most companies have a way to monitor employees’ computers within their workplace, few have tools to monitor them as they’re working from home. One compelling case can be made for recording remote sessions for later playback and […]
Quantum AI and Cybersecurity: Revolutionizing Digital Defense As the digital world grows increasingly complex and interconnected, traditional cybersecurity measures are being pushed to their limits. Emerging technologies like Quantum Artificial Intelligence (Quantum AI) are poised to redefine how we secure our data and systems, potentially creating a new paradigm in the fight against cyber threats. […]
Cybersecurity threats are evolving, and one of the most concerning developments is the use of AI in social engineering attacks. One such attack is vishing—a form of phishing that occurs over voice communication. With AI-powered voice synthesis and deepfake technology, cybercriminals are now executing vishing attacks that are more sophisticated and convincing than ever before. […]
In recent years, apps like TikTok have been scrutinized for their data privacy risks, national security concerns, and potential ties to the Chinese government. However, another app has been making waves—and not necessarily for the right reasons. Temu, an ultra-low-cost e-commerce platform owned by PDD Holdings, has surged in popularity due to its rock-bottom prices […]
Consumer DNA testing kits like those from 23andMe, Ancestry.com and MyHeritage promise a road map to your genealogy, ethnicity and family history and, in some cases, information about your genetic health. Genetic data offers profound insights into our ancestry, health risks, and predispositions. However, it is also one of the most sensitive forms of personal […]
A supply chain attack is a type of cyberattack in which attackers target the weaker links within an organization’s supply chain, typically third-party vendors or suppliers, to gain access to its systems or data. Historically, supply chain attacks were targeted at trust relationships, where insecure suppliers in the chain were attacked to gain access to […]