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How Secure Is Your Crypto Wallet?

Crypto Wallet

Over the past decade, cryptocurrency has shifted from a largely disregarded entity to a highly coveted investment class. Its appeal stems from its nature as a form of digital currency, protected by cryptography and complex computer networks, free from the influence of traditional cent …

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Safeguard Your Website From SEO Poisoning

Website URL

In today's digital landscape, search engine optimization (SEO) plays a crucial role in enhancing a website's visibility and attracting organic traffic. However, with every advancement in technology, new risks emerge. One such risk is SEO poisoning, a deceptive technique employed by ma …

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Insider Threats – Your Employee May Be Your Greatest Risk

Office Employees

In February of 2018, Ashley Liles was working as an IT Security Analyst at an Oxford based company that suffered a ransomware attack. Ashley jumped at the opportunity, not to help the company, but to enrich himself by piggybacking on the initial ransomware attack and attempting to tri …

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Vishing: Over-the-Phone Scamming

Vishing Phone Call

It's always scam season, so it helps to stay vigilant all year round. Cyberattackers scarcely rest. They are constantly developing novel approaches for stealing confidential information and vast sums of money from businesses worldwide, disrupting operations and causing considerable da …

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8 Different Types of Social Engineering Attacks Explained

Social Engineering

What Are Social Engineering Attacks Social engineering attacks are a common method used by cybercriminals to manipulate people into divulging sensitive or confidential information about themselves or taking actions that may cause harm to themselves or their organization. Social engine …

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Smishing: Text Messages from Scammers

Smishing

Like most people, you have probably received a text message from a phone number that seemed a little “fishy”. The message may have claimed to be from your bank, asking you to verify your account information, or it may have promised you a gift card if you clicked on a provided link.

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