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 […]