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Linux is well known for being a secure operating system. Its permission-based framework, which prevents common users from doing administrative tasks by default, preceded numerous advancements in Windows security. Many people believe that Linux antivirus software isn't essential or significant. This is a misconception for both desktop and server users. This article discusses how this operating system works and why it requires security. What is an Antivirus and How Does It Work? Antivirus software is meant to protect your computer against virus infection. Today's antiviral software comes in a variety of flavors. Some of them are more successful in comparison. ... Read More

VPNs are beneficial to your security and anonymity, but can they slow down your Wi-Fi? When VPNs might provide you with enhanced levels of protection while online, the way they work can slow down your Internet connection. While many people see a drop in connection speeds while utilizing a VPN, others have reported that their connection speeds have actually improved in some circumstances. Is It Possible to Make Your Internet Faster with a VPN? In some circumstances, using a VPN can actually speed up your internet. When your ISP employs bandwidth throttling to target you, your connection is intentionally slowed ... Read More

Is it possible that scammers would target your streaming services as well? What would a hacker do with your Netflix account? Here's all you need to know about it. Netflix is now available to millions of individuals all around the world. They may now watch as many movies, TV series, and documentaries as they want without having to pay for each one separately. Hackers have adapted throughout time to take advantage of naïve account owners to steal subscriptions to streaming services. Several people throughout the world have reported compromised Netflix accounts in recent days. What Happens When Netflix Accounts Are ... Read More

Organizations are more aware than ever before of the possible financial effect of a cyberattack. Many people mistakenly believe that a cyberattack's high financial cost is only due to damaged digital assets, lost documents, and the cost of investigating and reporting a breach. While those costs are high, damage to an organization's physical assets can be equally damaging. Cyberattacks that cause physical injury are widespread when a hacker gets access to a computer system that controls equipment in a manufacturing plant, electric generating plant, or other similar operations. After gaining access to an organization's machinery, the hacker can use it ... Read More

What Are NFTs? Some NFTs are just worth a few dollars, while others might cost as much as a home or multiple houses. However, regardless of how much a person pays for an NFT, it is critical that they maintain it secure. So, how safe are NFTs, and are there any risks that you should be aware of? If there's one thing we've learned about NFTs, it's that they're a bit difficult to grasp, especially if you're not a huge techie. So, before we go into how secure NFTs are, let's simply define what they are. An NFT, or non-fungible ... Read More

A cloud access security broker (CASB) is a software that resides between a cloud service customer and a cloud service provider on-premises or in the cloud. When data stored in the cloud is accessible, it acts as a tool for enforcing an organization's security standards through risk identification and legal compliance. The trustworthiness of this watchdog tool to block malware and other dangers from penetrating a system and prevent data theft helps boost confidence in using cloud services in general. Customers of cloud services have already experienced benefits from using it. In fact, it's one of the most crucial improvements ... Read More

Server Message Block (SMB) A client/server protocol called SMB (Server Message Block) controls access to files, whole directories, and other network resources, including printers, routers, and network interfaces. The SMB protocol may be used to handle information sharing between the various processes in a system, sometimes referred to as inter-process communication. The protocol was created in 1983 by IBM's IT division, and throughout the years, it has undergone several revisions and implementations. SMB was initially made accessible to the general public as a feature of the OS/2 LAN Manager and LAN Server network operating systems. Since the Windows operating system ... Read More

Romance scams happen when scammers create a false online person to win the victim's love and trust. The con artist then manipulates the victim and steals from them under the guise of a loving or close relationship. Romance scammers are professional at what they do and will appear sincere, compassionate, and believable. The majority of social networking and dating websites host con artists. The goal of the con artist is to become friendly with the victim as soon as possible, win her favor, and acquire her trust. Scammers may make preparations to meet in person and propose marriage, but ... Read More

LockBit ransomware is harmful malware meant to prevent users from accessing computer systems unless a ransom is paid. LockBit will automatically disseminate the infection over the network, look for valuable targets, and encrypt any accessible computer systems. Highly specific assaults against businesses and other organizations utilize this malware. LockBit attackers have created a name for themselves by posing the following threats to businesses around the world − Essential operations are interrupted, and they abruptly stop. The hacker is engaging in extortion for personal benefit. If the victim does not cooperate, blackmail tactics include data theft and unauthorized dissemination. ... Read More

You've undoubtedly watched the movie GoldenEye if you're a Bond fan. The name of the ransomware program, GoldenEye, was inspired by this. The name of the hacker collective is also borrowed from the film. In the movie GoldenEye, the Janus Syndicate, a Russian organized crime group, exploits the instability caused by the fall of the Soviet Union by breaking into the control systems of two Soviet satellites. Petya and Mischa are the names of these satellites. They then fire GoldenEye, an electromagnetic pulse weapon. The Petya ransomware was created b" a Russian hacker gang that adopted the moniker Janus and ... Read More