C-Suite cybersecurity Archives

Why Cybersecurity Matters for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses (SMBs): A Guide for C-Suite

12 December 2024 by

### The Misconception of Security Through Size

One pervasive misconception is that smaller businesses are less likely to attract cybercriminals’ attention. However, data proves otherwise: cybercriminals often see SMBs as easy targets precisely because they may lack the extensive defences of larger enterprises. Small and medium businesses hold valuable data, including customer information, financial records, and intellectual property, making them prime candidates for attacks such as phishing, ransomware, and business email compromise.

Key Recovery Attacks: Safeguarding Encryption Keys in the Digital Age

5 December 2024 by

Key recovery attacks refer to attempts by malicious actors to retrieve encryption keys used to secure data within an organisation. By obtaining these keys, attackers can decrypt sensitive information, impersonate legitimate users, or perform unauthorised operations, leading to potential data breaches and other cyber risks. These attacks typically target encryption keys stored insecurely, in compromised systems, or within weakly protected environments.

IoT Replay Attacks: Safeguarding Business Integrity and Security

4 December 2024 by

An IoT replay attack occurs when a malicious actor intercepts communication between IoT devices and replays this data to execute unauthorised actions. These attacks can exploit weaknesses in communication protocols, allowing the attacker to impersonate a legitimate user, manipulate data, or gain unauthorised access to sensitive information.

Camfecting: The Growing Threat to Privacy and Business Security

29 November 2024 by

Camfecting is the unauthorised access and control of a victim’s webcam or camera-enabled device by cybercriminals. Through the use of malicious software, hackers can activate a device’s camera without the user’s knowledge, allowing them to spy on individuals or record confidential business meetings. This form of attack is especially concerning as it is often difficult to detect and can be used for a range of nefarious purposes, including:

Navigating the Shadows: Dark Web Marketplaces and Their Impact on Business Security

13 November 2024 by

The Dark Web is a segment of the Deep Web, inaccessible through standard web browsers like Chrome or Safari. Instead, it requires special software such as the Tor (The Onion Router) browser, which anonymises user activity by routing it through multiple servers. While the Deep Web houses non-indexed content like academic databases or medical records, the Dark Web hosts a distinct group of hidden sites. Its marketplaces are notoriously associated with illegal trading, raising unique challenges for businesses and law enforcement.