Red Team vs. Blue Team: Which Path is Right for Your Career?

When most people think of cybersecurity, they picture a lone hacker pounding away at a keyboard in a dark room. But in the real world, the industry is organized into specialized roles—teams that simulate attacks and teams that defend against them. It’s like a high-stakes game of chess, with one side constantly plotting the next…

December 10, 20240Comments

ByCybermo

cybersecurity Technology

Building a Security Awareness Training Program for Employees

In the world of cybersecurity, there’s a saying I live by: “You’re only as strong as your weakest link.” And unfortunately, the weakest link is often your own employees. It’s not because they’re careless or malicious—it’s because they haven’t been trained to recognize the signs of an attack or understand the role they play in…

December 5, 20240Comments

ByCybermo

cybersecurity Technology

Why Your Business Should Adopt a Zero Trust Security Model

When it comes to cybersecurity, old habits die hard. For years, businesses operated on the idea that once someone was inside the network, they could be trusted. Think of it like an old-school castle: as long as you got past the moat and the drawbridge, you were free to roam the halls. But that approach…

December 1, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Recognizing and Avoiding Smishing Attacks (SMS Phishing)

Imagine this: you get a text message from your bank. It’s urgent—they’re locking your account unless you verify your credentials immediately. The link in the message looks official, maybe even has the bank’s name in it. What do you do? Most people click without a second thought. And just like that, they’ve walked straight into…

November 20, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

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Navigating Insider Threats: Building Awareness in Your Team

When it comes to cybersecurity, the biggest threats aren't always outside your organization. Sometimes, the most dangerous vulnerabilities lie in the people who already have access to your systems, data, and facilities. Think about it: who else has the keys to the kingdom but the employees you trust to protect it? Insider threats aren’t…

November 20, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Social Engineering and Cybersecurity: How to Harden Your Human Defenses

When people think of cybersecurity, they picture high-tech defenses: firewalls, antivirus software, encrypted networks. But in the real world, there’s a critical, often overlooked vulnerability that’s far easier to exploit—human nature. This is where social engineering comes in, the art of manipulating people to gain access to confidential information or systems. Forget breaking through firewalls;…

November 4, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

THE IMPORTANCE OF NETWORK SEGMENTATION IN NETWORK SECURITY

In today's digital landscape, network security is an important practice for organizations of all sizes. One important aspect of network security is segmentation, which basically is dividing a network into smaller segments to prevent unauthorized access and lateral movement. In this article, we'll explore the importance of network segmentation in network security and provide best…

November 4, 20240Comments

ByFavour Ehidiawmen

Technology

Essential Cybersecurity Skills to Kickstart Your Career

Cybersecurity isn’t just a career; it’s a front-row seat to the ever-evolving battle between hackers and defenders, with critical assets on the line. If you’re interested in diving into this field, you’re not just choosing a job—you’re joining a dynamic world where every day brings new challenges and threats. But you’re also signing up for…

November 4, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

Technology

Phishing Scams: How to Outsmart Attackers Before They Outsmart You

Phishing is the cybercriminal’s favorite trick, and for good reason: it works. Whether it’s a cleverly disguised email pretending to be from your bank, or a text message claiming to be from your boss, phishing attacks have a way of slipping past even the most cautious people. And once you take the bait, the consequences…

October 27, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

Technology

CYBERSECURITY 101: SAFEGUARDING YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE

In today's digital age, cybersecurity has become a vital concern for individuals, businesses, and organizations alike. According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), "Cybersecurity is the art of protecting networks, devices, and data from unauthorized access or criminal use, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information." With the rapid increase in digitization, our…

October 24, 20240Comments

ByNomsa Ndhlozi

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