Beyond the familiar realms of social media, online shopping, and search engines, lies a hidden layer often referred to as the “Dark Web.” While it’s shrouded in mystery, the dark web is a very real part of the digital ecosystem. Online Fraud Detection The Dark Web is a hub for fraudulent activities. Criminals use it…
Innovative IT security solutions are essential to addressing the increasingly complex and evolving landscape of modern cybersecurity threats. Here are some cutting-edge approaches and technologies that are being adopted. Endpoint Protection Endpoint Protection is a type of cybersecurity solution that safeguards the devices (endpoints) connected to a corporate network from various threats, including malware, ransomware,…
Quishing, or QR code phishing, is a type of cyberattack that leverages QR codes to deceive users into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise their security. The Growing Concern QR codes, short for “Quick Response” codes, are grid barcodes that can be scanned using smartphones and other devices to quickly access websites, contact…
Cyber threats are continually evolving, becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect. As a result, businesses and individuals alike must be proactive in defending their data and systems from malicious actors. One of the most effective tools in this defensive arsenal is the firewall. What is a Firewall? A firewall is a shield that protects…
As businesses and individuals increasingly rely on digital platforms for communication, commerce, and information sharing, the critical role of Dark Web Monitoring emerges as an indispensable component in safeguarding against cyber threats. By delving into the depths of the dark web, organisations can proactively identify and mitigate potential risks, protect sensitive data, and fortify their…
The Huntress Quarterly SMB Threat Report helps small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) to understand and take action against cyber threats. We’ve created this blog for you to learn more about the important and helpful information that the Huntress Quarterly SMB Threat Report provided for the third quarter of 2023. Over the past few months,…
Scam emails can be hard to identify, and a lot of people can fall victim to them if they are unaware of the different forms these emails can take. We’ve created this blog for you to understand the most common ways cyber-criminals will try to scam you using fake emails. Email Scams An email scam…
Some believe that if they live a normal enough life cyber-crime can’t affect them, but the truth is it can happen to anyone and once a cyber-crime has occurred it can be hard to recover. The nature of internet scams can change over time, so it’s essential to stay informed about current threats. Below are…
By having Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), a company’s security will be improved immensely and with the added layer of verification, it will deter the risk of a successful cyber-attack. Implementing the use of MFA means that business can conduct their work without the constant worry of cyber criminals hacking their software. Today’s world is far more…
Security breaches are at the top of an organisation’s worries even the ones with the most cyber protection on their systems, however, cyber criminals who are skilled enough can get past most security defences that an organisation has put in place. Many employees can be unaware of a security breach at first, as the signs…