Cyber Attacks
Cyber attack on payment systems could cost $3.5 trillion loss to the world
Have you ever contemplated the potential ramifications of a highly sophisticated cyberattack targeting global payment systems? Lloyds of London, a prominent provider of insurance services, has undertaken an analysis that suggests the world could face staggering losses of up to $3.5 trillion in the event of a global payment system outage resulting from a cyberattack. […]
Safeguarding the Skies: Cloud Security in the Age of Cyber Attacks
In today’s digital landscape, cloud computing has become an integral part of businesses, government organizations, and our daily lives. Cloud services offer unparalleled convenience and scalability, allowing data storage, processing, and accessibility from anywhere in the world. However, with great power comes great responsibility. The rise of cloud technology has also given rise to new […]
Cyber Attacks Arising from Microsoft Office Software
In today’s digital age, Microsoft Office has become a staple in offices and homes worldwide, facilitating communication, productivity, and document management. However, this widespread usage has also made MS Office software a prime target for cyber-criminals. Cyber attacks arising from Microsoft Office software have gained prominence in recent years, posing significant threats to individuals, organizations, […]
Effective 7 Responses that should be given by CEOs and CTOs during a Cyber Attack
In the face of a cyber attack targeting a company’s IT infrastructure, the world expects swift and effective responses from its CEOs and CTOs to mitigate risks and minimize losses. However, many find themselves in a state of panic during such incidents due to a lack of preparedness. Here, we provide a comprehensive list of […]
Cyber Attacks that impacted billions and millions of online user accounts
In recent times, our focus has been on reporting the aftermath of cyber attacks and the challenges faced by their victims. In this article, we will shift our attention to the cyber attacks that have left a significant impact on millions and billions of online accounts. 1.) Yahoo: Back in September 2018, Yahoo, a pioneer […]
Vulnerability Comparison: Android vs. iOS in the Face of Cyber Attacks
In the digital age, where smartphones have become an inseparable part of our lives, concerns about cybersecurity have risen to the forefront. Two major players in the smartphone market, Android, and iOS, stand out due to their extensive user base and unique features. However, the debate over which operating system is more vulnerable to cyber-attacks […]
Solar Panels at Risk of Cyber Attacks, warn Experts
According to experts from Digital Watchdog RDI, solar panels are now vulnerable to cyber attacks, with hackers targeting the vulnerabilities in the inverters that store energy for powering smartphones, laptops, and small electrical gadgets. This conclusion was reached after a comprehensive assessment of inverters from eight different manufacturers, revealing that none of them met even […]
NSA offers tips to safeguard home networks from cyber attacks
National Security Agency (NSA) of the United States has issued some tips to safeguard home networks from cyber attacks and they are as follows: 1.) Always use the latest operating systems, browsers and applications that are updated with regular security patches. As such, environments cut down the vulnerability risks by 60%. 2.) Keep the router […]
ChatGPT and Cyber Attacks
For the past few days, Microsoft funded OpenAI developed ChatGPT is trending on news headlines for different reasons. While one news channel or resource focuses more on its positives, the other tries to figure out the cons that the AI model will draw towards the humans. After passing the gold standard test (USMLE) meant to […]
Russia starts cyber attacks on the West with Germany for supporting Ukraine
Russia launched a war on Ukraine, its neighboring country, on February 24th of the year 2022. And still the Zelenskyy led nation hasn’t surrendered to Moscow, all because of the extreme support from the west, regarding arms & ammunition, essentials and, of course, funds. As the war is fast approaching the one year long milestone, […]
