-
Remote access Trojan (RAT): What it is and how to stay protected
A remote access Trojan (RAT) is a type of Trojan horse malware that gives attackers remote control over a device without the user’s knowledge or consent. Once installed, it can monitor activity, ste...
-
How to prevent packet sniffing attacks
Packet sniffing is a fundamental network analysis and troubleshooting technique, but it’s also popular among malicious actors. When cybercriminals capture packets moving through a network, they can ...
-
What is DarkSide ransomware, and how does it work?
DarkSide was a cybercriminal group that operated a Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model. First emerging in the latter half of 2020, the group developed the DarkSide ransomware and leased it to affilia...
-
What is EDR in cybersecurity? The ultimate breakdown
A security breach isn’t always obvious. Instead, small signals can show up first: an unusual process, an unauthorized login, or a device behaving differently. Endpoint detection and response (EDR) t...
-
What is a drive-by attack and how do you prevent it?
When you open a website, your device doesn’t just display a page. It also loads scripts, media, and other components in the background. In some cases, that background activity can be abused. A drive...
-
How to protect your Linux system from malware attacks
Linux is generally very secure, thanks to its strong permission model, mandatory access control, open-source scrutiny, and secure authentication controls. Its design is also less complex than Windows ...
-
Virtual server vs. physical server: Key differences explained
The server setup you choose affects reliability, scalability, and cost. Virtual and physical servers solve different problems, so it’s worth understanding the trade-offs before you commit. In this g...
-
What is a personal hotspot, and how does it work?
A personal hotspot turns a smartphone into a portable internet access point, allowing other devices to get online through it. This guide explains how it works, the main hotspot options, how to set it ...
-
Bad Rabbit ransomware: What it is and how to stay safe
On October 24, 2017, a new form of ransomware named Bad Rabbit struck numerous Windows systems, first in Eastern Europe and then other locations around the world. While the Bad Rabbit threat has since...
-
Malware vs. virus: Key differences explained
When a device slows down, crashes, or starts showing suspicious pop-ups, most people assume it’s a virus. The term “virus” (often used as shorthand for malware) appears frequently in search bars...