A brute force attack is a simple yet powerful technique hackers use to gain unauthorised access to systems. It involves systematically trying every feasible combination of alpha-numeric characters (such as passwords, PINs, or encryption keys) until the correct one is found. In contrast, this might seem like a time-consuming process, advancements in computing power have made it increasingly feasible for attackers to carry out these attacks rapidly.
Steganography is the art of concealing a secret message within another file or medium. It is a technique that has been used for centuries to communicate secretly. In recent years, steganography has become a popular tool for data exfiltration, which is the unauthorised transfer of confidential data from a computer system to an unauthorised location.
Data exfiltration – the theft of sensitive information – is a growing threat, posing severe financial and reputational risks.
A proactive approach with wireless penetration testing and forensics, you can strengthen organisation from the ever-evolving threats.
File Encryption Trojans (FETs), or crypto-ransomware, are malicious software designed to extort money from victims.