Identifying common cyber threats
In the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, identifying common cyber threats is a crucial skill. Awareness of the threats that lurk in the digital landscape empowers you to proactively protect your systems and data. In this section, we will explore some of the most prevalent cyber threats, understand their modus operandi, and learn how to recognize their telltale signs.
Types of cyber threats
In this section, we’ll review the common types of cyber threats to develop a common framework to build on:
- Malware: Malware, which is short for malicious software, is a type of software designed to infiltrate, damage, or exploit computer systems without the user’s consent or knowledge. Malware comes in many forms, such as viruses, worms, ransomware, spyware, and adware, each with its unique characteristics.
Example: Ransomware, such as the notorious WannaCry, encrypts files and demands a ransom for decryption keys, crippling organizations...