The term phishing is derived from the word fishing, referring to attackers “casting a bait” in the hope that users will take the bite. Cybercriminals attempt to trick individuals into sharing sensitive information such as credit card numbers, bank details, usernames, passwords, or other valuable data by using fake yet legitimate-looking emails, websites, advertisements, or messages.
The trend toward mobile security is rapidly increasing. Most people today own at least one smartphone and often a tablet as well. Many individuals use multiple devices for work and personal purposes. The number of people without mobile devices is steadily declining, as even elderly individuals and young children now use smartphones—often their parents’ devices. It is safe to say that mobile devices have become an inseparable part of daily life.
Most organizations can manage limited remote work arrangements with adequate preparation. However, in the face of unexpected events such as natural disasters, few companies are able to rapidly transition a large portion of their workforce to remote operations. Many organizations lack the infrastructure to support a sudden increase in remote workers, and even fewer have
Cybersecurity protects internet-connected systems—including hardware, software, and data—from cyberthreats. Individuals and organizations use cybersecurity measures to defend against unauthorized access to data centers and digital infrastructure. It encompasses the technologies and practices designed to safeguard computer systems and electronic data. As more of our work and social lives move online, cybersecurity has become a vast
