In case you haven’t heard, a new attack vector is a “watering hole” attack. In the real world, you might think of a watering hole attack as one in which a lion waits nearby for other animals to visit a pond for a drink. As a technical attack, it’s not much different. The attacker sets traps on sites that are frequented by individuals/organizations. Once the victim visits the site, the attack is launched.
Read moreTraining is a key component in the defense of cyber attacks. Training is effective because so many of today’s exploits target people. A quick review of many of the attacks that have occurred over the last few years show one common link: the use of social engineering.
Read moreTablets and smart phones exploded into the workspace in 2012, and that trend is expected to continue. The ease of use and size make these smaller devices the preferred technology for many people. Unfortunately, approximately $7 million worth of smart phones go missing globally each day, according to Verizon. When these devices are misplaced, they become a security risk.
Read morehacker148788547Recently, the news reported that some of the Bush family members had their e-mail accounts hacked. There’s a lesson in this for all of us that use online e-mail services. What are the two ways hackers gained access to these accounts?
Read moreNow is a good time to look forward to what we expect the New Year to bring. With this in mind, what threats will security professionals need to address this year? Current trends indicate the following five threats may make headlines in 2013.
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