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Safe & Security Articles
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Explain the different types of Phishing Attacks?
Phishing is one of the most common social engineering attacks conducted by cybercriminals to trap users into providing sensitive information or install malware into their system. According to the FBI, Phishing was the most conducted cybercrime in 2020; the number got doubled from 2019 to 2020.Though the final goal is the same, i.e., to attack victims psychologically, the attackers use different means to conduct Phishing.Depending on the way it is conducted, Phishing can be categorized into various types. In this post, we would discuss the five most popular types of Phishing attacks.Email PhishingPhishing through emails is pretty widespread among cyber ...
Read MoreHow to Remove YOUR COMPUTER HAS BEEN BLOCKED Fake Microsoft Warning Pop Ups?
While browsing the Internet, if you have received a virus alert from Microsoft stating that "YOUR COMPUTER HAS BEEN BLOCKED" because the system is infected with viruses and asking to call you, it is probably a scam.In this post, we would discuss how such fake Microsoft Warning Pop-Ups are generated and how to remove them.What is Microsoft Virus Warning Pop-UpsCybercriminals use various tricks to manipulate users and get into their systems. One common trick is creating fear among users by presenting them fake alerts pretending from genuine organizations. Microsoft Virus Warning pop-up is one of those fake alerts. In this, ...
Read MoreHow to Block Pop-Ups on Google Chrome?
Pop-up Ads can be pretty annoying while browsing the Internet. Apart from that, cybercriminals can exploit pop-ups by infecting them with malware so that when users click on them, the malware can infiltrate their device easily.It is better to block these annoying and malicious pop-ups instead. Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers on the internet. Its users are most affected by the pop-up viruses. If you are a Google Chrome browser user, this post will guide you on how to block pop-ups on your browser.Block Pop-Ups on Google Chrome Windows/macOS/LinuxFor Windows, macOS, and Linux users, here is ...
Read MoreExplain the difference between Virus and Worm?
Most people consider a computer virus and a computer worm as equivalent. Although their primary aim is to create havoc by infiltrating a system, the way they attack, spread, and replicate sets them apart.In this post, we would walk through in detail what the computer virus and the computer worm are and how they are different from each other.What is a VirusA virus is one of the most common and oldest computer malware. Like a biological virus spreads from human to human and damages their body, a computer virus spreads from computer to computer and corrupts user files, documents, and ...
Read MoreExplain the difference between Dark Web Vs Deep Web?
In recent times, there has been enhancements in the percentage of people visiting the Dark Web. It is mainly because of its secretive nature. Most people don't know about the dangers and simply surf it without any knowledge. In this article, we will discuss briefly about what Deep Web and Dark Web are in reality. We will discuss how they differ from each other. We will also discuss whether it is illegal to visit the dark web.Levels of the InternetTo understand the dark and the deep web, you should know about the Levels of the Internet because they both are ...
Read MoreDifference Between Backup and Recovery
In this post, we will understand the difference between backup and recovery.BackupIt refers to storing a copy of the original data in a separate memory location.It is basically a copy of data that is used to restore the original data in case of a data loss/damage.It is the replication of data.It just keeps one extra copy to ensure data is not lost forever.It helps in giving data protection.It makes the process of data recovery hassle free and easy.It is an affordable process.It is used in production environments.Example - SnapManager helps create a backup of data and everything else in the ...
Read MoreWhat is a Backdoor Attack?
Cybercriminals use numerous ways to take advantage of the vulnerabilities in the operating system or applications to infiltrate the device or network. One such method is using the Backdoor Attack.In this post, we would discuss what Backdoor Attack is, its types, and how to stay safe from Backdoor Attacks.What is a Backdoor Attack?In cybersecurity terms, a Backdoor Attack is an attempt to infiltrate a system or a network by maliciously taking advantage of software's weak point.Backdoors allow the attackers to quietly get into the system by deceiving the security protocols and gain administrative access. It is similar to the real-life ...
Read MoreWhat is Attack Vector?
To infiltrate into a system, cybercriminals use different methods; Attack Vector is one of them.In this post, we would know in detail what Attack Vector is, why and how do hackers exploit it, and how to protect your system against Attack Vectors.What is Attack Vector?Atack Vector is a malicious term used for describing the path or the method used by cybercriminals to get entry into a system. It allows the attackers to exploit the vulnerabilities and loopholes to deploy malware and conduct other malicious activities on the system.Once the cybercriminals get an entry into the system using the attack vector, ...
Read MoreHow to use Google Chrome Virus Scanner?
Google Chrome is unarguably the best internet browser across every platform. It provides its users with a large number of advanced features that enhance their web browsing experience. It is fast, feature-rich, and comes with an excellent user interface.Many of you might not be aware of the fact that the Google Chrome browser in the Windows operating system is capable of performing malware scanning on the entire system.Yes, you can detect and remove the virus and other malware from your system using the Chrome Antimalware feature.In this post, we would know how to use the Google Chrome virus scanner to ...
Read MoreHow to remove Malware from Android?
In the modern world, smartphones have become an immovable part of everyone's life. It contains almost everything important to a person, for example, banking apps, navigational apps, utility apps, and more. It is, therefore, more than essential to safeguard smartphones at any cost to protects the owner's privacy.Like computers, Android smartphones can also get infected with malicious programs such as viruses, trojans, spyware, adware, and others. Android malware is mainly intended for stealing sensitive information, misguiding users by showing irrelevant ads, and redirecting them to malicious websites. They can infiltrate the device in many ways; for example, users can install ...
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