Found 546 Articles for Cyber Security

How Do Hackers Steal Passwords?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 03-May-2022 12:22:13

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What is Hacking?Acts intended at exploiting digital devices such as computers, cellphones, tablets, and even entire networks are referred to as hacking.While hacking isn't always for malicious purposes, most references to it (and hackers) nowadays define it (and them) as illicit cybercriminal behaviour motivated by monetary gain, protest, information collecting (spying), or even just for the "fun" of it.How Hacking Works?Hacking is usually technical in nature. However, hackers can utilise psychology to persuade a user to open a harmful file or provide sensitive information. "Social engineering" is the term for these techniques. Besides social engineering and malvertising, common hacking techniques ... Read More

How Do Cybercriminals Steal Online Gaming Accounts?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 03-May-2022 12:19:56

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The worldwide video game business is prospering despite the economic upheaval created by the coronavirus. Individuals are resorting to virtual worlds for escapism from the crisis as social alienation reduces physical connection to a minimum and encourages people to stay at home. In March, video game sales in the United States reached their highest level in almost a decade, and gaming industry behemoths have all reported a significant growth in user numbers.Online Gaming Safety TipsFor any purchases relating to the game, only utilise the official websites. Clicking on links that take you to third-party websites is not a good idea.Don't ... Read More

How Does Biometric Access Control Work?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 03-May-2022 12:17:30

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In our daily lives, we use many physical measurements to identify the people around us, be it the sound of a person, his fingerprint, or anything. It is a unique character that allows us to identify the person. The science of identifying a person using these physical and behavioral measurements and analyses is called Biometrics.Let us now see more on Biometrics and how it works.What is Biometrics?From unlocking our smartphones to unlocking our bank locker, Biometrics plays a vital role in our lives as it is a much more secure way than other methods of access control such as keys, ... Read More

Credit Monitoring Services and Other Anti-Fraud Protection

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 03-May-2022 12:12:42

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The practice of defending oneself from being tricked into online scams is known as online fraud protection.Online users can protect themselves from hazardous malware or hacking efforts to obtain personal information that cybercriminals use for their financial benefit by educating themselves and downloading reliable and up-to-date anti-virus software. Nowadays, as more fraudulent activities occur, many anti-fraud protection services are also being developed, discussed below.What are Credit Monitoring Services?Credit monitoring is a service that studies and monitors your credit reports at all times. They even monitor your credit scores, detect any unusual activity, and report it as soon as it is ... Read More

Are VPNs legal or illegal?

Pranav Bhardwaj
Updated on 03-May-2022 12:10:22

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What is a VPN, and is it legal or not?A VPN is one of the most dependable and secure ways to safeguard your devices, and it was designed specifically for use with public WiFi. A virtual private network (VPN) connects users' devices to a private network over a public network. VPNs protect your internet connection by acting like a bulletproof vest. They preserve your privacy, enabling private and anonymous web browsing and encrypting the data sent through that connection.Even though VPNs have numerous advantages and are typically lawful, they are prohibited in several countries. But don't worry, using a VPN ... Read More

Why is it unsafe to use Pattern Locks on a Smartphone?

Ayushi Bhargava
Updated on 18-Apr-2022 11:53:22

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There was a time, long ago, when a phone's sole purpose was to allow us to make calls, send a few texts, and play Snake. However, now that so much of our data-rich lives are contained within the shells of our smartphones, it's more crucial than ever to keep all of our phones safe. Thankfully, locking your phone is now so simple that everyone should do it.Smartphone makers are increasingly incorporating biometric security methods such as Face ID and iris scanning into Android and iOS smartphones, in addition to passcodes, passwords, and patterns, to provide consumers with a faster, more ... Read More

Why You Should Update Your Operating System

Ayushi Bhargava
Updated on 18-Apr-2022 11:51:47

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Applications and drivers continuously remind users that they are out of the current updates. They always seem to pop up just as you're about to conclude something important.New updates often seem to arrive at the most inconvenient moments. Usually, the easiest option is to ignore. They can be annoying, but they aren't there just for the sake of it. There is a slew of compelling reasons to avoid putting off software upgrades. You don't have to worry about money because they're primarily free; all you have to do is schedule time to do them.As more individuals use cloud-based software, updates ... Read More

Why You Should Update Your Apps

Ayushi Bhargava
Updated on 18-Apr-2022 11:49:15

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That annoying pop-up window reminding you to update your software is staring you down, begging you to choose between updating and "remind me later." So, what exactly do you do? You decide on the all-too-tempting option of "remind me later, " but we all know what that entails. That's why we're here to explain why keeping your software up to date is critical, especially if you're running a website or server. And how it affects usability, security, and program compatibility.Maintaining an app is similar to purchasing a home and investing time and money into customizing the interiors to fit your ... Read More

What is Whitelisting?

Ayushi Bhargava
Updated on 18-Apr-2022 11:47:28

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A "whitelist" is a list of organizations that have been approved for permitted access or privileged membership in a certain region of the computer world. These entities might be electronic groups or organizations, restricted websites, or even email addresses. A whitelist may also refer to an actionable promotion or recognition of a company, organization, or individual. This is also known as an "approved list."Whitelists are sometimes used by Internet Service Providers to safeguard their consumers. Commercial, non-commercial, local area network (LAN), program, and application whitelists are all examples of whitelists.Whitelisting, rather than blacklisting problematic websites, is seen as a proactive ... Read More

What is Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) in Cybersecurity?

Ayushi Bhargava
Updated on 18-Apr-2022 11:45:41

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What is Zero Trust Network Access?In the ZTNA paradigm, access is granted only once if a user has been authenticated by the ZTNA service, which then gives secure and encrypted access to an application or network. The service stops users from seeing programs or data they don't have authorization to see, preventing lateral movement by a potential attacker. This type of movement would otherwise be conceivable if an unauthorized device or agent could utilize a compromised endpoint or permitted credentials to pivot to other services or apps.Protected apps are concealed from discovery using ZTNA, and access to them is limited ... Read More

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