Discover the ins and outs of Mobile Malware, a growing concern that jeopardizes your data and privacy on smartphones and tablets.
Cyber Threats and Vulnerabilities
Explore the impact of hacktivism, where political motives inspire cyber attacks aimed at sparking change or delivering messages.
Every 11 seconds, a ransomware attack happens. This means about 3 million unique attacks occur in a year. Ransomware has grown a lot from its start in 1989, when Joseph L. Popp sent out 20,000 floppy disks with the AIDS Trojan. He asked for just $189 to unlock files. Cybercriminals have gotten better over time.…
Gartner predicts that by 2027, 17% of cyberattacks will use generative AI. This shows how AI is becoming a big threat in digital crimes. Cybercriminals are using AI to make fake videos and images that look real. They also use it for phishing and to mess with social media. Deepfakes are making people question what's…
In 2023, a huge number of social media accounts were hacked, with 22,530 cases reported by Action Fraud. This shows how big the problem of social media vulnerabilities is. With almost 3.4 billion people on social media, the real number of hacks is probably much higher because not everyone reports them. Hackers use many ways…
Over 2.7 billion devices worldwide are at risk from cryptojacking. This threat has grown by 500% from 2018 to 2020. It's a silent attack where someone uses your computer to mine cryptocurrency without your permission. The financial damage from cryptojacking is huge, with losses hitting $1.5 billion in 2021. It affects many industries. It can…
In today's world, supply chain attacks are a big threat. They can lead to data breaches, disrupt operations, and give unauthorized access. A 2022 survey by Gartner found that 31% of companies faced cyberattacks in the last two years that hit their supply chains. Supply chains are key to modern businesses, linking makers, suppliers, and…
Today, a new threat is changing how we see reality: deepfakes. Can you really trust what you see online? Or is it all just clever tricks to fool us? Deepfake tech is getting better, and so are the scams it can create, threatening both businesses and people. Deepfakes use AI to mix real and fake…
Is your smartphone really safe, or is it a weak spot in your digital protection? Mobile devices are now key parts of our lives, making them targets for hackers. With more people working from home and using phones for work, keeping mobiles safe is crucial. Only 15% of mobile phishing attacks come from emails, showing…
AI is becoming easier to use, letting people with little tech skill launch big cyberattacks. These attacks can hit important places like power grids and banks. This makes next-gen cybercrime a bigger threat, as more people can cause harm easily. On the dark net, hackers are making AI tools for phishing, malware, and even fake…
