Malvertising, short for malicious advertising, is a method used by cybercriminals to spread malware through legitimate advertising channels. This online threat can infiltrate any device or operating system. Threat actors exploit malvertising to generate illicit financial gains and carry out various malicious activities. To combat this pervasive threat, we must employ robust detection and prevention mechanisms at all levels. By…
In the burgeoning IT landscape, patch and vulnerability management becomes imperative for improving overall organisational efficiency. With the aid of a robust patch and vulnerability lifecycle management, organisations can effectively address vulnerabilities in their systems and fortify defence against cyber threats. Effective implementation ensures optimised organisational performance, streamlining operations and boosting overall efficiency. Conversely, failure to employ effectively can expose…
Hackers design sophisticated malware like banking trojans to steal users’ data, highlighting the need for awareness of effective countermeasures. A banking trojan is malicious software created for nefarious purposes, especially to steal confidential financial information. After gathering sensitive information, cyber criminals exploit it for monetary gain, often by selling it on the dark web. Banking trojans can have a devastating…
UPDATED: The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris (Paris 2024) outlines the expected challenges in securing digital infrastructure during the event, slated from July 26 to August 11, 2024, with the Paralympics following from August 28 to September 8, 2024. Drawing on insights from past Olympic games, this report evaluates potential threats across diverse areas, including crypto currencies, cyber threat actors,…
The BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy has emerged as a significant trend in empowering organisations in recent years. The adoption of BYOD policies within a company offers flexibility and convenience. Professionals laud this policy for enhancing productivity and simplifying operations. Employees appreciate the familiarity of their devices, which also amplifies efficiency and job satisfaction. However, BYOD implementation within an…
The dark web conjures an image of a clandestine world of anonymity and secrecy. It’s designed as an environment where any visitor can cloak their identity. The dark web offers anonymity while keeping communication encrypted. Conventional search engines generally do not index dark web content and sites. This covert part of the internet can only be accessed using specialised software…
Pig Butchering Scams are a new and gruesome scam that is gaining popularity among fraudsters. The number of victims falling prey to these scams is rising correspondingly. This pernicious cryptocurrency fraud involves luring individuals to invest in deceptive ventures that appear legitimate and profitable. The proliferation of this scam can be attributed to a confluence of post-pandemic social isolation and…
nDetection and Attack Lab Through the steps taken, we successfully built a scalable, virtualized cybersecurity lab—the iCyberDefend Detection and Attack Lab—designed for penetration testing, attack simulations, and threat detection. This lab features a wide-area network (WAN), local area network (LAN), attacking host, three vulnerable target hosts, a Layer 2 switch, an Active Directory host, Graylog SIEM, and a pfSense firewall—all…
Social engineering is a highly prevalent malicious activity employed by threat actors. It manipulates the human psyche to trick users and extract sensitive information. The arsenal of social engineering includes impersonating public figures, politicians, bank personnel, and IT support. Attackers first investigate the intended victims to gather necessary information like potential points of entry or weak security protocols to carry…
Deepfakes are artificially created media such as images, audio, and video that manipulate people through AI for nefarious purposes. Like every other technology, deepfakes have pros and cons. While they offer exciting opportunities for creation, they also pose significant risks to people, organisations, and society. The greatest danger deep fakes pose is their ability to spread false information that appears…
