Company networks should be super secure, yet due to the many endpoint and mobile devices, they sometimes exhibit numerous unexpected security flaws. Endpoint security offers both technical solutions and security management practices to address these vulnerabilities. We outline…
Billion PhotosShutterstockBrowser hijacking can enable companies or hackers to seize your sensitive data or even take control of your entire system. In this guide, we’ll delve into what browser hijacking is, what it means for you, the various forms it can assume, and effective strategies to safeguard…
As the business world becomes increasingly more digital, the importance of resilience in the face of cyberthreats and IT problems continue to rise. With the NIS2 Directive, the EU has introduced a set of rules designed to minimise cybersecurity risks and standardise and maximise…
An intrusion detection system (IDS) begins its operation at the host, the network, or both, actively examining records in real-time to identify any discernible anomalies. When irregularities are detected, the system promptly sends an alert to the relevant parties, playing a…
In addition to a firewall, an intrusion prevention system (IPS) can monitor either an individual end device or an entire network and alert about potential threats. Unlike intrusion detection systems (IDS) with a similar design, IPS takes a more proactive approach by actively…
Skimming happens when criminals tamper with cash machines in order to read information from credit or debit cards that have been placed in them. Although there have been major improvements in security, this type of fraud poses a real danger when withdrawing money and making…
While many companies focus on protecting themselves against digital attacks, it’s important not to underestimate the importance of physical security. Tailgating is one such threat. While not based on the latest technology, it still poses a significant danger. We’ll take a look at…
It only takes a few seconds for a hacker to gain access to your private data without you having any idea. More often than not, a password is the only means of protection when logging into online services; and if it is too obvious, it will not prove too much of a challenge for…
wk1003mikeShutterstockWould you give your account number to a stranger? Most probably not. But millions of internet users may as well be giving away their personal data (and money!) when using passwords that hackers can crack in a matter of seconds. Password managers provide methods for creating and…
Huge amounts of highly sensitive and personal data are stored in the cloud every day. That’s why it’s all the more important that cloud services providers are subject to strict security standards to ensure that this data remains protected. The BSI (Federal Office for Information…
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