Tag: Internet Security
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Safer Internet Day
Safer Internet Day is a cybersecurity movement designed to teach kids using the internet necessary tools to safely surf the web. Like the most iconic phrase from spiderman’s Uncle, “With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility”. The internet has provides the world with the ability to have up to date information at our fingertips. Let’s contribute…
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What is Malware?
First of all, let’s answer the basic question. What is malware? Malware refers to any malicious software designed to cause damage to a computer system. There are two common ways to deliver malware. Over a network like a web browser or email and by an infected USB drive. This type of program is designed to be harmful…
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What is Two-Factor Authentication?
Nowadays, information security should be the number one priority for every business using a computer. A password is the most common form of authentication but unfortunately is not the most secure. Many businesses around the world started using two-factor authentication in order to increase the security of their systems. You may not know it yet,…
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Honeypot: A Proactive Deception Defense
A honeypot is a system on your network that attracts and reroute hackers away from important data within your network. This is done by convincing intruders that they reach a precious payload while wasting their time with a fake server rather than your live server. Providing security personal additional time to identify malicious activities before…
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Bring Your Own Device Movement
In this article, I’m going to assess the underlying drivers of Bring your own device movement or BYOD. I will summarize the security risks and concerns about the use of consumer devices in the workplace. Lastly, I will talk about the best practices to ensure proper uptake and security policies required to minimized unnecessary risks.…