Should We Pay Ransomware Demands? The Ethics of Cyber Extortion
Imagine waking up to discover that your company’s complete system is locked. The files are encrypted and data from customers is unavailable, and the your operations are in a tizzy. Then, there’s the terrifying announcement: “Pay us $500,000 in cryptocurrency, or you’ll never see your data again.” This is what happens with ransomware it is one of the most prevalent […]
Hacktivism against. Cybercrime: Where Do We Draw the line?
In this digital age hackers aren’t just shadowy characters who steal credit cards or distributing malware. Some call themselves hacktivists–individuals or groups who use hacking as a form of protest, political activism, or social justice. Here’s the issue One individual’s “digital protest” is another person’s cybercrime. What happens when hacktivism crosses the line and become criminal? What should businesses […]
Cybercrime Laws You Should Actually Know (But Probably Don’t)
Cybercrime isn’t something that is a shadowy part of the internet. It’s a global multi-billion-dollar business. From identity theft to ransomware and online frauds and hacking attacks, the increase of cyber threats has prompted governments all over the world to enact stronger laws against cybercrime. However, here’s the issue: many business owners and users of the […]
The Psychology of Scams: Why Smart People Get Fooled Online
When they hear about people falling victim to an online fraud, the first reaction is usually: “That would never happen to me.” In the end, frauds should be easy to spot aren’t they? It’s not so. The fact is that fraudsters are master manipulators of human psychological. They don’t depend on their victims to be stupid, they rely on […]
Think Antivirus Is Enough? Why Cybersecurity Needs an Upgrade
For years security software for antivirus has long been the best protection against cyber-attacks. Install it, run it on the background and then rest in peace knowing your “protected.” It’s at the very least this is how it was in the past. However, the threat landscape for cybercriminals has dramatically changed. Nowadays, attacks are quicker and more […]
How Small Businesses Can Outsmart Big Cybercriminals
In the digital age cybercrime isn’t an issue only for Fortune 500 companies. Small companies are frequently the most targeted. According to reports from industry experts more than 40 percent of cyberattacks are targeted at small businesses, and yet some owners believe their business is “too tiny” to be a target for hackers. Cybercriminals tend to target businesses […]
Cyber Crime Survival Guide: What to Do Before, During, and After an Attack
Cybercrime isn’t a trendy term nowadays. It’s all-day reality for everyone family members, businesses, and even families. From ransomware and phishing emails to stealing identities and breaches of corporate data The threat of attack is constant. However, here’s the good news by preparing, taking and calm actions during an attack and a smart recovery following the incident […]
The Dark Web Explained: Where Cybercrime Thrives — and How to Stay Safe
The term “dark web” has become an acronym for everything that is dark online, from cyber-criminal marketplaces, hacker forums and shady transactions. However, the reality is much more complex. It is element of a multi-layered internet ecosystem that is technologically fascinating, often beneficial for privacy, and, yes, often abused by criminals. This article will explain why the internet […]
How Cyber Criminals Use Social Media Against You — and How to Fight Back
Social media lets us connect to our families, friends as well as brands and news in a matter of seconds. This same accessibility can make platforms a goldmine for cybercriminals. They don’t only target your account, they are also targeting your reputation, relationships financial stability, as well as your perception of reality. This post explains the methods used […]
Top 10 Cyber Crimes You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
When people think about cybercrime, they imagine the usual suspects: phishing emails ransomware or stolen credit cards. However, the cyberworld is much more imaginative and, sometimes downright absurd. Beyond the news, cybercriminals are operating sophisticated schemes that you’ve not heard of, but they are affecting both businesses and individuals daily. These are 10 cybercrimes that aren’t well-known which show […]