Tag: Cyber Security
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Why SIEM is the Heartbeat of Security Operations
Did you know that every 11 seconds, a business becomes a victim of a cyberattack? Here’s a lesser-known fact. Signs of the attack could have been present for a long time, written in the firewall, server, or endpoint logs. The challenge is not the data. The question is, how quickly can an organization leverage that… Read more
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The Truth Behind the “Brushing” Cyber Scam
Of the various forms of e-commerce fraud, one of the lesser-known yet prevalent kinds is the brushing scam. This scam appears harmless; receivers will simply get a package they never ordered. However, behind every “free gift” is a manipulative operation abusing personal data and online trust. Description:The goal behind brushing scams are to generate fake… Read more
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The Road Map to Illinois Being a Centralizing Force in Cyber Security
Illinois is known as the transportation hub of the United States, utilizing Chicago and its geographical center in America. In 2019, The State of Illinois did a major push through the budget to fund large investments into data centers around northern Illinois. The state’s investment in its infrastructure, bolstered by House Bill 3293 (HB 3293),… Read more
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Session Hijacking
There are many different types of session hijacking, including session fixation, man-in-the-middle attacks, and active session hijacking. In active session hijacking, an attacker takes over a live session by stealing the session ID while the victim is already logged in. This can be done through methods such as network sniffing or cross-site scripting. The goal… Read more
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When AI Imitates the Voice of Someone You Trust
Imagine getting a call from someone who sounds exactly like your wife, boss, or grandson. They are in trouble and need your help. But here’s the trick: it’s not them. It is artificial intelligence (AI). According to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), the number of AI-based frauds has increased by 148 percent this year.… Read more
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Caller ID Spoofing
There are many different types of spoofing, from email spoofing to caller spoofing. The purpose behind spoofing is to deceive a system or person by impersonating a trusted source. The goal could be a variety of things, such as, gain unauthorized access, stealing information, bypass security controls, deliver malware, perform fraud and more. Description: Caller… Read more
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The Rise of Quantum Computing and What It Means for Your Security
The Rise of Quantum Computing and What It Means for Your Security Computers have only been around for about 70-80 years, emerging around the time of World War 2. Since then, computers have become an integral part of our society. Now there might be a new evolution of technology taking reign, quantum computing. What seemed… Read more
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Proactive Strategies and Privileged Access Management for Mitigating Insider Risks
The digital world we work in keeps changing just like our work environments. As cybersecurity analysts, we try to understand and boost our defenses against many possible threats. Insider risk presents a special challenge that needs a different approach compared to external attacks. Insider risk isn’t always about bad intentions. It can come from accidental… Read more
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Potential Iranian Retaliations Following US Strike on Nuclear Facilities: Cyber Attacks and Maritime Disruptions
Introduction On June 21st, 2025, the United States conducted precision strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan with the potential of escalating tensions in the Middle East. This military action, briefed by the Defense Department on the morning of June 22nd, 2025, codenamed Operation Midnight Hammer, has prompted Iran to vow retaliation,… Read more
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LinkedIn and Malicious Payloads
Do you use LinkedIn? If you’re reading this post, then the likely answer is yes! Have you heard of the new scam threat actors use to deliver malware through your messages? Picture this… You are an HR representative for your company, and you use LinkedIn to help with recruiting. One day, you received a message… Read more