Threat Intelligence
As cryptocurrency adoption continues to grow, so does a lesser-known but highly impactful cyber threat: cryptojacking. Cryptojacking is a type of cyberattack in which cybercriminals hijack the computing resources of victims' devices to mine cryptocurrency without permission. Unlike traditional cyberattacks that focus on stealing data, cryptojacking silently hijacks a
Network Security
Lateral movement is a technique used by cyber attackers to navigate through a compromised network or system. It involves techniques that allow attackers to identify and compromise additional assets within a network. Lateral movement is one of the most critical and dangerous stages of modern cyberattacks. It refers to the
Cybersecurity 101
Privilege escalation is one of the most critical and dangerous attack techniques used by threat actors in cybersecurity. It refers to a type of cyber attack where an attacker attempts to gain unauthorized access to higher-level permissions within a system after initially compromising a lower-level account, a process also known
Cybersecurity 101
The term "exploit chain" refers to a series of coordinated exploits that cyber attackers use to compromise a system or network. Exploit chains are constructed by sequencing multiple exploits together. The technique of chaining several exploits together to perform a single attack is known as an exploit chain.
Cybersecurity 101
Unpatched security is a critical concern for organizations of all sizes. This guide is intended for IT professionals, business leaders, and anyone responsible for organizational cybersecurity, explaining why unpatched security is a top risk and how to address it. Understanding the dangers of unpatched software is crucial for protecting sensitive
Data Breaches
Navia Benefit Solutions, a prominent administrator of health and employee benefits, has disclosed a major data breach affecting approximately 2.7 million people. The incident, involving unauthorized access to a database containing sensitive personal and health-related information, underscores the growing vulnerability of third-party benefit administrators in the healthcare supply chain.
Cybersecurity 101
Credential stuffing is a type of cyberattack in which a cybercriminal uses stolen usernames and passwords from one organization to access user accounts at another organization. Credential stuffing has become one of the most widespread threats to modern authentication systems. This guide explains what credential stuffing is, how these attacks
Cybersecurity 101
Modern cybersecurity relies on standardized ways, such as the CVE system, to identify and track software vulnerabilities. The CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) system is a foundational framework that provides a standardized naming convention for cybersecurity vulnerabilities, enabling security professionals, IT teams, and anyone interested in cybersecurity to detect, prioritize,