Cybersecurity techniques have improved in leaps and bounds over the last years, yet criminals continue to develop sophisticated ways to disrupt systems and steal data. This is why we need to remain extra vigilant and note the growing imperative to prepare for cyberattacks.
Types of cybercrime
A phishing campaign usually takes the form of a spam email, or a similar type of communication, like SMSs. The intention is to trick you into doing something that undermines the security of the organisation you work for, or in order to steal your personal information. Phishing campaign messages may contain infected attachments or links to malicious or fake sites.
Malware attacks
A malware attack is where a computer system or network is infected with a computer virus or other type of malware. A computer compromised by malware could be used by cybercriminals for several purposes, including stealing confidential data, using the computer to carry out other criminal acts, or causing damage to data.
Mobile devices
Perpetrators always find smart ways to scam people. The fact that a message is delivered via SMS does not make it safe, so always be alert.
Research shows that users seem to be less vigilant when they are working on their mobile phones, often because they are multitasking.