A glossary of cybersecurity terms
From anti-malware to website spoofing and spear fishing, there are a wide range of terms that have been developed by cybersecurity experts to describe the…
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What is a distributed denial of service attack?
A distributed denial-of-service attack, also abbreviated to a DDoS attack, is an assault where numerous devices with compromised systems simultaneously hit a target – typically…
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Best practices for businesses using encryption
Encryption is designed to safeguard data kept on a device or in network storage. Every enterprise, from start-ups to global corporations, that gathers or retains…
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How to stay secure working in lockdown
In light of the further measures advised by the government to slow the spread of COVID-19, many enterprises and organisations are once more adapting the…
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Distributed Denial of Service attacks hit record high
Cybersecurity experts have revealed that Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks have been at their most prevalent in 2020, and more potent and disruptive than
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Five ways to secure data with employees offsite
While some companies have always employed a flexible attitude to working that enabled their staff to tackle tasks out of the office, the recent pandemic…
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How to protect your firm from hackers
This year has seen a spike in enterprises of all sizes hit by hackers. From irritating spam attacks to more sinister ransomware raids, there are…
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How data encryption helps enterprises
Traditionally, organisations have utilised perimeter defences such as dedicated firewalls and detections systems to safeguard the data they use and retain as
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How to balance protection and practicality in your security system
Enterprises and institutions are now facing increasing issues with keeping data secure than ever seen previously. On top of the rigid data protection laws enforced…
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What can cybercriminals do with personal information?
Data breaches regularly make the news, with reports of enterprises admitting that personal information has been leaked in hacker attacks. While most people are aware…