A denial-of-service (DoS) attack is a type of cyber attack in which an attacker attempts to make a computer or network resource unavailable to its intended users. This is often done by flooding the targeted system with traffic or requests, overwhelming its capacity to process and respond to legitimate requests. As a result, the targeted …
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim’s files and demands a ransom from the victim to restore access to the files. Ransomware attacks typically start with the attacker sending the victim an email that contains an infected attachment or a link to an infected website. When the victim clicks on the attachment …
Malware is a shortened term for malicious software. It is software that is designed to harm or exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems. There are many different types of malware, including viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, and spyware. Viruses are pieces of code that are designed to replicate and spread from one computer to another. They can …
Phishing is a type of online scam where attackers try to trick people into giving them sensitive information such as passwords, financial account numbers, or personal identification numbers (PINs). They often do this by sending fake emails or creating fake websites that look legitimate, in order to trick people into entering their information. The goal …
Hacking is the unauthorized access, manipulation, or control of a computer, network, or device. Hackers use a variety of techniques to gain access to systems and can do so for a variety of reasons, such as to steal sensitive information, disrupt or disable systems, or gain unauthorized access to resources. There are different types of …
There are many different types of cyber crime, including: Hacking: Using technical skills to gain unauthorized access to a computer, network, or website. Phishing: Sending fake emails or creating fake websites in an attempt to trick people into giving sensitive information, such as login credentials or financial information. Malware: Using malicious software to harm or …
