As we enter 2023, it’s clear that cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated and frequent. One type of attack that has seen a significant increase in recent years is ransomware. Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim’s files and demands a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption key. It’s a particularly […]
A collection of templates and resources can be an invaluable asset for anyone working in cybersecurity. These resources may include incident response plans, security policies, risk assessments, and compliance checklists, among others
The CERT Coordination Center (CERT/CC) is a leading organization in the field of computer security, located at Carnegie Mellon University. The CERT/CC regularly publishes alerts and advisories about newly discovered vulnerabilities, exploits, and emerging threats. These alerts provide timely and critical information to help organizations and individuals take appropriate action to protect their systems and networks. By following the CERT/CC’s alerts and best practices, organizations can stay ahead of the latest threats and minimize their risk of being compromised.
Threat intelligence in cybersecurity refers to the collection and analysis of information about potential security threats and vulnerabilities. It involves gathering and analyzing data from a variety of sources, including open source intelligence, proprietary data, and technical data, in order to understand the nature and scope of potential threats and to develop strategies for mitigating […]
Threat hunting is the proactive process of searching for and identifying potential security threats within an organization’s network. Threat hunting involves using a variety of tools and techniques to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and other signs of malicious activity within an organization’s systems and data. This can include analyzing log files, monitoring network traffic, […]
Monitoring and logging in cybersecurity refers to the process of continuously monitoring and collecting data about network activity and security events, and storing this data in a centralized location for later analysis. Monitoring and logging can be used to identify potential security threats, track the progress of a security incident, or to troubleshoot problems on […]
Scanning and pentesting (also known as penetration testing) are important techniques used in cybersecurity to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses in systems and networks. Scanning involves using automated tools to identify potential vulnerabilities in a system or network, while pentesting involves manually attempting to exploit those vulnerabilities in order to test the security of a system. […]
A sniffer (also known as a packet sniffer or network analyzer) is a tool that is used to capture and analyze network traffic. In the context of cybersecurity, sniffers are often used to monitor network activity and identify potential security threats, such as malware infections or unauthorized access attempts. Sniffers can be used to capture […]
Fast Packet Processing (FPP) is a technique used in cybersecurity to analyze and process network traffic in real-time. FPP involves analyzing and processing packets of data as they are transmitted over a network, allowing for the detection and prevention of security threats in real-time. Open source FPP tools are tools that are developed and maintained […]