In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the threat of cyber-attacks looms large. As organizations and individuals become more reliant on technology, the need for effective cybersecurity measures has never been greater. Enter the ethical hacker, a skilled professional who harnesses their knowledge and expertise to protect against cyber threats. In this…
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During the last decade, we have faced the grim reality that is cyber-attacks in their most sophisticated forms. Incidents orchestrated by malicious actors that tested many companies’ cybersecurity practices, and even brought other companies to bankruptcy. The goals for such attacks often vary, depending on the actor, malicious actors do…
A profession that used to have a bad reputation in the past is now increasingly becoming one of the most wanted and highest paid jobs in the market. While in the past, hackers were often persecuted and risked jail time when caught, nowadays, big companies are hiring skilled hackers to…
Digital Technology use has been steadily rising over the last decade, but COVID-19 significantly accelerated this trend. Due to widespread lockdowns, leading to a rise in “work from home” arrangements, companies and individuals were forced to use digital solutions on a never-beforeseen scale. For example, before COVID-19, Zoom, one of…
“If I had eight hours to chop down a tree, I’d spend the first six of them sharpening my axe.” – Abraham Lincoln The above saying is a constant reminder that approaching a problem with the right set of tools is critical for success. In today’s ever-evolving digital world, having…
As organizations are increasingly understanding the need to keep their clients’ information safe, the need for cybersecurity professionals is rising. This is because in order to be able to stop hackers and cyber criminals you need to have their mindset. How to keep your organization safe from rising threats? How…
The increasing rate of cyberattacks on organizations around the globe has produced huge financial gains for cybercriminals. The vast number of threats includes “Insider attacks,” “Malware,” and now the emergence of COVID-19 threats to mention a few. If these threats are not addressed, there is a likelihood that some organizations…
One of the biggest threats in today’s digital era comes from cybercriminals. According to CSO, it is predicted that damages from cyber-crimes will cost around $6 trillion annually by 2021. The term hacker is often used with a negative connotation by the media and the Hollywood industry. Given that this…