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 […]
Brute Force Attacks What Are They, What Are the Indicators and How to Prevent Them What Are Brute Force Attacks? A brute force attack is a hacking method that involves systematically guessing usernames, passwords, or cryptographic keys through trial and error. Attackers try every possible combination until they successfully gain access to a system, account, […]
If you recently used your car’s GPS system, relied on auto-correct when writing an email or conducted an online search, chances are you have experienced artificial intelligence (AI). AI also plays a significant role in enhancing cybersecurity, but it also brings a set of risks and challenges. AI in Cybersecurity AI powered cybersecurity can monitor, […]
Idiot’s Guide to Crowdstike And How Monitoring Software Can Help Prevent the Worst On July 19th, CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity firm, released a software update that inadvertently affected Microsoft Windows systems globally. Here’s a simplified explanation of what happened and its impact: What Happened? CrowdStrike issued a software update for its Falcon platform, a cybersecurity […]
Why Your Operation Technology (OT) Needs Cybersecurity Until recently, manufacturing hardware and processes existed largely un-networked. As the global economy demands production and logistical schedules optimized down to the minute, many industries are securely connecting operational technology (OT) to improve production processes and maximize efficiencies. In an era where industries like energy, manufacturing, and transportation […]
Medical Device Cybersecurity: Rising Threats and Protective Measures In the digital age, connected medical devices have revolutionized patient care, offering enhanced diagnostics, real-time monitoring, and improved treatment outcomes. However, the integration of these devices into the healthcare ecosystem has also introduced significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities. As more medical devices become interconnected and reliant on networked communication, […]
Ransomware Case Studies: Why Not to Pay There are endless reasons why an organization should not pay up during a ransomware attack. It’s never a good idea to give in to a cyber criminal’s demands. For one thing, the global community advises that companies do not pay the ransom to hackers. Ransomware attacks are a […]
Hacking for Hard Currency: How North Korea Uses Cryptocurrency to Evade Sanctions North Korea, a nation shrouded in secrecy and isolation, has found a novel way to circumvent international sanctions and generate revenue: cryptocurrency. In the shadows of the digital world, North Korean hackers are orchestrating a series of cyberattacks, targeting cryptocurrency platforms and exchanges […]