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2022
UK data watchdog warns against paying ransomware demands
The Information Commissioner’s Office has written to the Law Society urging lawyers to stop recommending ransomware payments
Cryptocurrency, a new haven for money laundering
Cybercriminals take advantage of the untraceability of cryptocurrencies to launder the proceeds of their online scams.
Vulnerability Assessment: What it is and How to Perform One
Quick answer: A vulnerability assessment reviews and assesses the risks of security weaknesses in an organization’s information and security systems. There are more than 180,000…
What is SSL? A Guide to How It Works and Why It’s Important
Secure Sockets Layer, otherwise known as SSL, is an encryption protocol that creates an authenticated channel between devices on the internet, so that information can…
What is Social Engineering and How Can You Protect Yourself?
Social engineering is a tactic that cybercriminals use to manipulate people into revealing private information or sharing sensitive data. If you’ve ever gotten an unexpected…
SSL Certificate: What It Is and How to Get One
Every user wants and expects a safe and secure internet experience. Whether they’re purchasing concert tickets or moving funds to a new bank account, online…
Big Tech and Legislators are Taking on Cyberflashing
Half of the women under thirty have experienced cyber flashing at least once. Here is what social networks are doing about it