What is a Website Backdoor?
Allison Bondi What is a Backdoor? A backdoor provides a shortcut for authorized or unauthorized users to gain access to an unauthorized location of a website, software,…
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Understanding .htaccess Malware
Ashley Sand The .htaccess file is notorious for being targeted by attackers. Whether it’s using the file to hide malware, redirect search engines to other sites with…
Network Firewall vs. Web Application Firewall (WAF)
When the world shut their doors and began spending more time online, hackers saw a clear opportunity. The costs of data breaches continue to rise,…
7 Scary Good Tips to Secure Your Website
Nothing pairs quite as well as cybersecurity and Halloween. Prepare for more than trick-or-treaters this spooky season with these 5 wicked Website Security tips. 1…
5 Tips for Long-Term Remote Workers
If you’ve just started remote working, are remote-curious, or are transitioning into a permanently remote position, these tips can help you find success working…
What is Cryptocurrency Mining Malware?
Stephen Johnston Cryptocurrency mining malware is typically a stealthy malware that farms the resources on a system (computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices connected to the internet)…
What is Cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency is best thought of as a digital currency that only exists on computers. It is transferred between peers (there is no middleman like a…
5 Types of Hackers & Why They Hack
Pilar Garcia When considering why hackers are attacking websites, you might think that there’s a specific reason they target you as a website owner—your business, your reputation,…
A Cheat-Sheet on Internet Cookies – (Who, What, When, Why & How)
What are internet cookies, how should you feel about them? Are they helpful, harmless, dangerous? Cookies are key to our modern online experience with targeted…
Analysis of a Phishing Kit (that targets Chase Bank)
Ben Martin Most of us are already familiar with phishing: A common type of internet scam where unsuspecting victims are conned into entering their real login credentials…
How Passwords Get Hacked
Joe Larson Can you think of an online service that doesn’t require a password? Everything on the internet requires a password. However, constantly creating and remembering new…