Every sector faces cyber threats, but not all sectors are equal in terms of the consequences of a breach. In industries like entertainment or retail, a cyber incident can result in brand damage or temporary service disruption. In contrast, a well-executed cyberattack on the financial sector has the potential to trigger much broader effects, even destabilizing the global economy. Financial institutions are not just repositories of wealth; they are also essential infrastructures on which other sectors depend. This interconnectedness means that an attack on one major bank or payment provider…

In today’s digital landscape, where smartphones, smart homes, and online transactions have become everyday conveniences, security threats have quietly evolved into personal risks. No longer limited to large corporations or government agencies, cyberattacks now target ordinary people with alarming precision and frequency. While businesses have started to invest in cybersecurity training and infrastructure, the average individual often navigates the digital world without a safety net. Students, retirees, job seekers, and stay-at-home parents are equally vulnerable but far less prepared. Understanding why human behavior is such a valuable target for cybercriminals…

Security awareness has long been one of the most underutilized components of organizational cybersecurity strategy. While many companies conduct annual training sessions or distribute reminder emails, these efforts often fail to influence long-term behavioral change. In today’s environment, where cyber threats are increasingly targeting human vulnerabilities rather than technical flaws, a stronger, smarter, and more structured approach to security awareness is essential. Security awareness training should not be treated as a compliance obligation or routine checkbox. It must be seen as a strategic effort to align employee behavior with organizational…

Cloud storage has revolutionized the way individuals and businesses manage data. With services promising easy access, massive storage, and seamless collaboration, the cloud has become a default choice for backing up files, sharing documents, and running applications. However, as data moves beyond physical control into remote servers, questions about security naturally arise. Encryption is often touted as the primary defense mechanism to protect data in the cloud, but how effective is it really? Is encrypting data in the cloud enough to guarantee privacy and security, or are there hidden risks…

SteelCon isn’t just another name on the ever-growing list of security conferences—it represents something different. Born in 2014 out of a desire to create a hacker con with character, SteelCon has since become a standout in the UK’s infosec calendar. Set in the heart of Sheffield at Hallam University, it offers a refreshing alternative to the traditionally London-heavy tech event scene. From its rapid expansion to its warm community vibe, SteelCon brings together expertise, inclusivity, and innovation under one roof—and with a northern accent. The growth of SteelCon has been…

Over the course of the last decade, information security has undergone a transformation that few could have predicted. Technological advancements—driven by innovation, demand for convenience, and the explosion of connected devices—have dramatically altered how we live, work, and communicate. With these shifts, the definition of security has expanded far beyond traditional boundaries. What was once a concern isolated to IT departments has now become a boardroom imperative and a societal concern. Looking back, the 2010s were about more than just new gadgets or faster networks. They were about foundational changes…

Injected iframe attacks are among the oldest tricks in a cybercriminal’s toolkit, yet they remain astonishingly effective in modern threat landscapes. At their core, iframe injections involve placing an invisible HTML element within a webpage that loads malicious content from a remote server. When users visit the compromised site, the iframe triggers quietly in the background, typically loading exploit kits, phishing pages, or malicious downloads. What makes iframe attacks particularly insidious is their stealth. Unlike overt malware or phishing emails, these attacks do not require any interaction from the user….

In the earliest days of UNIX operating systems, user authentication was a rudimentary process. System user data, including encrypted or even plaintext passwords, was stored in a file named /etc/passwd. For functionality, this file needed to be accessible to all users on a machine. Unfortunately, this accessibility posed a significant security concern: attackers could simply open the file, extract the password hashes, and run offline password-cracking tools to try different combinations without triggering alarms. This issue became especially problematic in multi-user environments such as academic institutions, enterprise settings, and shared…

Cybersecurity plays a crucial, often invisible role in the digital lives of individuals, corporations, and nations. It protects critical infrastructures, supports global financial systems, and shields sensitive data from being misused. Yet despite its growing relevance, the public understanding of what cybersecurity professionals actually do remains clouded—thanks, in large part, to how the field is portrayed in fiction. Movies, TV shows, and novels often reduce the field to flashy visuals and absurd technical shortcuts. Hackers are shown smashing through digital defenses with a few keystrokes. Security systems crumble in seconds….

In a world increasingly governed by data, automation, and artificial intelligence, false positives represent a critical flaw in decision-making systems. A false positive occurs when a system incorrectly identifies a harmless element as malicious. While this might sound technical, its implications stretch far beyond the digital realm, affecting personal lives, business operations, and even national security. Within cybersecurity, false positives commonly arise when antivirus software flags legitimate files as threats. These are frustrating but manageable scenarios. The real concern emerges when such errors affect human beings, branding individuals as threats,…

As the world reeled from the health crisis caused by COVID-19, an invisible battle unfolded in cyberspace. Organizations across the globe were forced to rapidly implement digital solutions to ensure business continuity. Overnight, remote work became the standard, and with it came a spike in cloud adoption, reliance on digital collaboration platforms, and a growing dependence on third-party services. While these digital pivots were necessary, they brought with them unintended consequences—most notably, an explosion in security vulnerabilities. Many companies raced to enable access to corporate resources without sufficient preparation, creating…

In the past, national infrastructure systems—power grids, water supplies, public transportation networks, and healthcare systems—were physically isolated, running on bespoke systems with minimal connectivity. These Operational Technology (OT) environments were once considered inherently secure due to their separation from the internet. But as the world has increasingly digitized, the boundary between IT (Information Technology) and OT has blurred. Critical infrastructure is now more connected, accessible, and exposed than ever before. With this interconnectedness comes heightened risk. Sophisticated attackers, whether criminal groups, state-sponsored actors, or opportunists, are now targeting systems that…

The global workforce has become more mobile, agile, and digitally connected than ever before. With the growing demand for flexibility and instant access, employees are no longer bound by traditional office setups or business hours. Instead, they are equipped with powerful smartphones, tablets, and laptops that allow them to operate from virtually anywhere. This new reality has birthed what is often referred to as the “always-connected” or “always-able” workforce. Employees expect access to work applications, cloud storage, communication tools, and real-time collaboration platforms—whether they’re in a meeting room, commuting, or…

In recent years, cloud computing has evolved from a technical buzzword into a core component of modern IT infrastructure. From startups to Fortune 500 companies, organizations are turning to the cloud to enhance operational efficiency, support remote work, scale resources, and cut costs. However, despite its growing ubiquity, many IT leaders, business owners, and even seasoned technologists still harbor doubts—most of which stem from myths that persist around cloud security. These myths often originate from outdated assumptions, media misrepresentation, and lack of understanding about how cloud environments operate. In particular,…

When a globally recognized academic institution commits billions of dollars toward a new direction in education, it sends a powerful message. That was the case when the Massachusetts Institute of Technology revealed plans for a new college centered on artificial intelligence and computing. This move isn’t just a sign of the times—it’s a vision of where higher education is headed. MIT is not simply adding courses or hiring a few professors. It’s constructing an entirely new structure to support future learning. With a significant expansion of faculty roles and graduate…