A botnet is a network of compromised computers or devices that are controlled by a single entity for malicious purposes. Typically, a botnet is created by infecting a large number of devices with malware, which allows an attacker to remotely ...Read more
The Internet layer is the third layer in the TCP/IP model and is responsible for the transmission of data across networks. The Internet layer is also known as the Network layer and is responsible for routing packets across multiple networks. Several ...Read more
Port blocking within a LAN (Local Area Network) refers to the process of preventing network traffic from entering or leaving a particular port on a device connected to the LAN. Ports are used by devices to communicate with other devices ...Read more
ARP stands for Address Resolution Protocol. It is a protocol used in computer networks to map a network address (such as an IP address) to a physical address, such as a Media Access Control (MAC) address. In a network, every device ...Read more
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks are a type of web-based cyber attack in which attackers inject malicious code into a website, which is then executed on the browser of unsuspecting users. The aim of an XSS attack is usually to steal ...Read more
DDoS attacks are a serious threat to websites and servers, but there are many ways to prevent them. By investing in DDoS protection, using load balancers, implementing rate limiting, using firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems, and keeping software up to ...Read more
MITM attack is a serious threat that can compromise sensitive information and lead to data loss or theft. To prevent a MITM attack, it’s important to implement proper security measures, such as encryption, two-factor authentication, digital certificates, network segmentation, and ...Read more
It’s important to note that resetting a password-protected BIOS configuration may cause some settings to revert to their default values, so it’s important to make note of any custom settings before resetting the BIOS. Additionally, accessing the BIOS and resetting ...Read more
Patch management is an essential part of maintaining the security of any computer system or network. Patches are updates that are released by software vendors to fix security vulnerabilities and improve system performance. It’s important to apply patches as soon ...Read more
In the world of cybersecurity, there are different types of hackers, including black hat, white hat, and grey hat hackers. Each of these groups has a different motivation and approach to hacking:Black hat hackers: These are hackers who use their ...Read more