Another quiz test for cybersecurity trainees to test out their network security knowledge. The below quiz consists of eight questions related to network security. Since network security is a broad field in cybersecurity, I’ve tried to add all network security concepts, tools and techniques in this quiz. The question one deals with port scanning techniques ... Read more
Are you Ready to test your forensic investigation skills with eight questions from eight different topics from cybersecurity forensics? This quiz covers all essential concepts, topics and techniques used by cybersecurity analysts to gather and analyze digital evidence in response to security incidents.
Are you ready to put your incident response skills to the test as a cybersecurity trainee or a beginner? This simulation quiz which consists of eight question will present you with real-life practical hypothetical scenarios and challenges commonly encountered by cybersecurity analysts during security incidents. Let's see how well you handle these situations!
Are you ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity analysis? This quiz will challenge your understanding of essential concepts and techniques required for cybersecurity analysts. Test your knowledge and see how well-prepared you are to tackle cyber threats!
As a cybersecurity analyst, I daily come across online threats, which are usually phishing schemes and brute-force attacks. Remember the below 6 essential cybersecurity tips to protect your privacy and data from unauthorised access.. This infographic shows major essential cybersecurity practices that users can use to safeguard their digital assets from attackers. The above infographics ... Read more
Cybersecurity is essential for every online user, it is fundamental to internet. According to research from the University of Maryland, on average, cybercriminals attack about 2,244 users daily, which equates to an attack every 39 seconds. Based on this report, one can conclude that over 800000 online users are targeted by threat actors each year. ... Read more
It is essential for organizations to secure data from threat actors. Threat to an organization can be internal or external or the combination of both. Small businesses or large corporations use a combination of security architecture and framework to mitigate risks and subdue the risk of data leaks. As a cybersecurity analyst I perform various ... Read more
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I am an IT professional who completed his Bachelor’s in Information Technology and has since been working in this industry. I’m very well versed in software testing and development, but I always wanted to pursue networking or cybersecurity. Last year, I finally took a breather and started looking into pathways that can give me a ... Read more
Security from unauthorized access and online privacy of your data/assets is a crucial and critical aspect of technology. As a cybersecurity professional, I understand the seriousness of hacking and its vast complications, which can arise due to a potential data leak or cyber attack. However, a general Windows user does not really comprehend the volatile ... Read more
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As someone who’s passionate, about cybersecurity and advocates for safety I am delighted to present a comprehensive analysis derived from the Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2023. This survey, which aligns with the National Cyber Strategy provides insights into the state of cyber resilience in the UK. It sheds light on the policies, challenges and evolving ... Read more
As the digital world continues to evolve cybercriminals are also adapting their tactics. In the healthcare industry, where patient data’s highly sensitive it is crucial to understand and address cybersecurity threats. Recent insights, into trends in cybersecurity threats highlight patterns and challenges faced by healthcare organizations providing information on areas that require increased vigilance and ... Read more
In today’s changing world of cyber threats phishing stands out as a widespread danger especially for the financial services industry. Recent data, from Cisco’s Cyber Security Threat Trends report highlights the frequency of phishing attacks in this sector emphasizing the importance of increased awareness and strong defense mechanisms. As I delved into the information provided ... Read more
In an era of digital engagement and the significant boost in online transactions, it is essential for organizations, be they financial or non-financial, that measures should be taken to secure their users data and privacy. Cybersecurity as a Service (CSaaS) emerges as a valuable and pivotal solution from a small organization to a unicorn, as ... Read more
So, this is the first of many cybersecurity training articles on this blog. I’ve recently started my cybersecurity journey about three months ago, and I’ll share all my experiences on this blog with great details. When you start or switch your career to a new stream or a familiar one, the first rule should be ... Read more
Packet capturing and analyzing network traffic is essential for organizations. As a Cybersecurity analyst, you have to examine, investigate, and block threats and unauthorized attacks using various SIEM tools and network analyzers – one of them is Wireshark. Analyzing DNS requests of your network using Wireshark involves capturing DNS traffic and then examining the relevant ... Read more
In layman’s terms, Wireshark is a potent tool that helps cybersecurity analysts to capture and inspect network traffic in real-time. Suppose there’s a malicious attack attempt on an organization network and the intrusion detection system (IDS) flags a suspicious event. In such a crucial event, the cybersecurity incident response team needs to locate and stop ... Read more
As a cybersecurity analyst you need various tools to log activity and analyze network traffic. It is essential for cybersecurity professionals to view and analyze and view nework traffic with a granual and articulate approach – to thoroughly investigate any discrepancies and eradicate any issues and report malicious activity. Tools like Wireshark, Tcpdump, Capsa Free, ... Read more
Cybersecurity is an ever-evolving landscape and is an essential domain of technology. For a cybersecurity professional, it is crucial to stay informed and connected with peers – and social networking seems to be an excellent avenue to collaborate with like-minded professionals. While traditional social media platforms including X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Reddit – offer ... Read more
In the cybersecurity domain finding and investigating vulnerabilities within a network or your connected devices is an essential step toward fortifying your digital defense, be it for an employer, for your organization, or just for your personal privacy. As I recently joined a cybersecurity internship program at a premiere cybersecurity institute, I investigate software and ... Read more
Are you looking to remix a tape of rap music for karaoke parties? Or perhaps you want to dissect multiple voices from your recordings to clear out the disturbances? With the recent surge in Artificial Intelligence technology, removing vocals from music tracks and audio recordings has become pretty simple. Risks Associated with Unsecured Audio Data As a ... Read more
Want to install a python NLP package known as Polyglot? Want to use polyglot for a school or business project to translate languages? Then follow the below instructions and check out how you can install and run Polyglot? I am using a MacBook Air “Big Sur” to do this….. So, all the screenshots and results are based ... Read more
In this article you will learn, how you can check if your MacBook Air or any other Mac device has already have Ruby pre-installed. You have to use the linux terminal of your MacBook to do that. And after checking the Ruby language version we will install Ruby on Rails and the more advanced developer ... Read more
The below guide a very simple guide on how to change a file’s “date modified” and “date created” attributes on Mac OS. Note: I am using MacBook Air and current operating System is Big Sur. The below method will definitely work on the latest versions of Mac OS. Yotube video: These are default Date Format Keys:YYYY - For yearMM - Month of the year from 1-12DD - ... Read more
Unused applications on mac take a lot of Space. So, if you are not using an app regularly and you don’t need that app in the future, then you must uninstall or delete that app from your Mac OS. The below method deletes, uninstalls and clears apps and stored data from Mac, MacBook Air, MacBook ... Read more
Block any website on your Mac (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, opera) using the below Method. Note: I am using a MacBook Air (Big Sur), but this works on any older and newer Mac OS. device. Want to get rid of certain websites and content from your Mac? Don’t want to visit some websites accidentally and want ... Read more
Want to delete Photos from iCloud and iPhone 15, iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone SE, iPhone 12, iPhone X and iPad? Then follow the below guide to know the best way to remove and erase iCloud Photos permanently and free some storage space. If you are getting iCloud storage full messages then you can either ... Read more