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What is threatware? A complete guide to risks and protection
Threatware is a catch-all term representing any malicious software or tool designed to harm, exploit, or compromise systems, data, or networks. It includes viruses, ransomware, spyware, Trojans, worms...
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Nation-state cyber actors: Who they are and why they matter
Reporting on state-linked cyber operations is frequent and often high-stakes, yet the terminology, attribution, and strategic context can be difficult to interpret consistently. This article examines ...
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EternalBlue explained: What it is and how to stay safe
You may have heard of WannaCry and NotPetya, two ransomware outbreaks that caused widespread disruption around the world. What these attacks share in common is the use of an exploit called EternalBlue...
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What is a smurf attack and why is it a security risk?
A smurf attack is a denial-of-service (DoS) attack that can make systems or services unavailable without breaking into them or exploiting software flaws. Instead of targeting user accounts or applicat...
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How to protect your phone from juice jacking attacks
It’s inevitable: phones need regular recharging, and sometimes that means topping up in public. Security researchers have shown that it's theoretically possible to compromise a phone through a proce...
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How to prevent a ping flood attack on your network
Not all network disruptions come from advanced malware or sophisticated hacking tools. Sometimes, everyday network behavior is simply pushed too far. A ping flood attack takes a basic connectivity che...
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DNS over QUIC (DoQ): Everything you need to know about the new DNS protocol
Almost everything you do online starts with looking something up using the Domain Name System (DNS). Often called the internet’s address book, DNS is how your device turns a website name, like www.e...
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What is SQL injection? How it works and how to prevent it
Most websites store information like usernames, passwords, and payment details in databases. When you log in, search for a product, or submit a form, the site sends a request to its database to fetch ...
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What is an attack surface and how can you manage it?
An attack surface includes all the systems, devices, applications, and user actions that attackers can target to gain unauthorized access, steal data, or disrupt normal operation. Every piece of softw...
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A complete guide to the Cyber Kill Chain
Cyberattacks can feel unpredictable, but most follow a pattern. Understanding attack progression can be the difference between stopping an attack early and responding after the damage is done. The Cyb...