7 Cyber Security Threats That You Should Know In 2023

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Cyber security threats are evolving at an astonishing speed. Hacks and frauds are becoming more innovative by the day.

Let us have a look at the top 7 Cyber security threats you must know.

1. Weak Passwords

The number of businesses that are at risk from compromised accounts due to weak passwords is overwhelming.

2. Insider Threats

An insider threat occurs when an individual close to the organization  has access to the company’s critical data and causes harm to it intentionally.

3. Ransomware Threats

Ransomware attacks have become more common as they provide huge payments to cyber criminals in exchange for data

4. Malware Threats

Malware threats  includes viruses and trojans which hackers use as a weapon by installing malicious codes.

5. Phishing Threats

In a phishing attack, an attacker pretends to be a trusted contact and might trick users into clicking on malicious links 

6. DDoS Threats

DDOS is a form of cybercrime in which an attacker prevents users from accessing the services & websites online by flooding the server with internet traffic.  

7. Social Engineering Threats

The goal of a social engineering attack is to trick you into taking certain actions, like leaking sensitive information. 

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