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Supply chain attack: How it works and how to stay protected
Unlike some cyberattacks that try to break in directly, supply chain attacks exploit trusted components involved in building, delivering, or operating software and services, allowing attackers to gain...
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“You’ve made the Google 5 billionth search” pop-up: Is it a scam, and how do you remove it?
If you search for something on Google and then see a pop-up message claiming you’ve won a prize for making the “5 billionth search,” it’s nothing to celebrate. Messages like this can appear im...
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Types of cyber insurance: Coverage options explained
Cyberattacks and data incidents can affect any organization, not just large companies. Cyber insurance can help cover certain costs; however, the right coverage varies by business size, industry, and ...
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NDR vs. XDR: Key differences and how to choose
Cybersecurity tools keep evolving, and so does the terminology around them. Network detection and response (NDR) and extended detection and response (XDR) are two approaches that can overlap in their ...
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What is conhost.exe? Understanding its purpose and safety
Conhost.exe, short for Console Window Host, is a legitimate Windows system process. It acts as a bridge between text-based tools and the graphical desktop, allowing console windows to display correctl...
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How to block a number on iPhone: A complete guide
Spam phone calls and messages on your iPhone are more than just annoying. They can also be risky, especially if a message includes links designed to trick you into sharing personal information or acco...
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Privilege escalation explained: Types of attacks and prevention
A compromised user account or system breach is serious enough on its own. However, attackers often try to turn limited access into broad control by increasing what that account, or the code running un...
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What is an IP reputation attack? Learn how to prevent it
Many public IP addresses have a reputation that different online services use to decide whether traffic should be treated as legitimate or suspicious. An IP reputation attack targets that score. This ...
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What is a zero-day exploit? Everything you need to know
Before new devices and software are released, or operating system and firmware upgrades are published, they typically undergo rigorous testing to catch security weaknesses. But even with strong precau...
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Why the “server IP address could not be found” error happens, and how to fix it
The “server IP address could not be found” error is a common problem you might encounter while browsing the web or trying to access specific sites and services. It can have several possible causes...
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