Cybercriminals are continually adapting to emerging technologies. Unfortunately, they are often advancing their attack techniques faster than defenders can respond. Given current trends, it is safe to assume that cybercriminals will continue to launch increasingly bold and sophisticated attacks in the years ahead. As a result, no system can be considered completely safe, and both
Ransomware is a type of malicious software that threatens to publish the victim’s data or block access unless a ransom is paid. Starting with infecting the target computer, ransomware will try to spread to connected systems, including shared storage and other accessible computers. Some simple ransomware may lock the system in a way that is
The Information Technology Act, 2000 established the Cyber Appellate Tribunal. As the name suggests, the Tribunal exercises appellate jurisdiction only. It has the authority to hear appeals on both questions of fact and law against decisions or orders passed by the Controller of Certifying Authorities or the Adjudicating Officer. In other words, it has statutory
Stalking is an act that many people may have engaged in at some point in their lives, often without realizing its seriousness. Traditionally, stalking was not perceived as a serious offence, and few imagined that it could evolve into a form of cybercrime. This lack of concern exists primarily because stalking is often not taken
