Tag: cybersecurity attacks

  • Cyber security Attacks : Phising

    Phishing is a deceptive cyberattack in which attackers impersonate legitimate entities to steal sensitive data, such as usernames, passwords, credit card details, or other confidential information. This social engineering attack typically takes the form of fraudulent emails, websites, or text messages designed to trick victims into divulging their information. Characteristics of Phishing 1. Deceptive Communication:Fake…

  • Cyber security Attacks: DDOS

    A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a malicious attempt to disrupt the normal traffic of a targeted server, service, or network by overwhelming it with a flood of internet traffic. These attacks are orchestrated using a network of compromised devices, known as a botnet, which collectively send vast amounts of requests to the…