Consumers prepared to ditch brands after cybersecurity issues

In 2023, businesses have been hit with 800,000 cyberattacks, over 60,000 of which were DDoS attacks and 4,000 falling victim to ransomware, according to Vercara. The research found that consumers hold nuanced perceptions regarding cybersecurity inciden… Continue reading Consumers prepared to ditch brands after cybersecurity issues

Connected homes are expanding, so is attack volume

78% Americans report unsafe online behaviors that open them up to cyber threats, such as reusing or sharing passwords, skipping software updates and more – a 14% increase from just two years ago, according to Comcast. “This holiday season consume… Continue reading Connected homes are expanding, so is attack volume

How to improve employees’ cybersecurity behavior

We already have cybersecurity behaviors we learned from elsewhere, especially those who have grown up with technology. Initially, cybersecurity starts from home and school, and it is very hard nowadays to exist without some sort of online presence. Whe… Continue reading How to improve employees’ cybersecurity behavior

How to improve employees’ cybersecurity behavior

We already have cybersecurity behaviors we learned from elsewhere, especially those who have grown up with technology. Initially, cybersecurity starts from home and school, and it is very hard nowadays to exist without some sort of online presence. Whe… Continue reading How to improve employees’ cybersecurity behavior

30% of online users suffered security breaches due to weak passwords

A GoodFirms survey outlines the current password behavior of online users, risk factors associated with password management, and the best measures, policies, and practices to safeguard passwords from attacks or breaches. 30% of surveyees reported passw… Continue reading 30% of online users suffered security breaches due to weak passwords

Many users are sharing passwords with someone outside their household

According to a survey by The Harris Poll, one in 10 Americans would prolong a relationship with a friend or partner to maintain access to their streaming account. Moreover, 68% of Americans admitted to using the same password on multiple accounts and 6… Continue reading Many users are sharing passwords with someone outside their household

Everyday cybersecurity practices inadequate among many online consumers

Bitdefender released a report which reveals how consumers across various age groups and socio-demographic backgrounds behave on popular platforms, applications and devices, affecting cybersecurity risk. Findings show basic practices for securing data, … Continue reading Everyday cybersecurity practices inadequate among many online consumers

Cybersecurity best practices lagging, despite people being aware of the risks

The National Cybersecurity Alliance and CybSafe announced the release of a report which polled 2,000 individuals across the U.S. and UK. The report examined key cybersecurity trends, attitudes, and behaviors ahead of Cybersecurity Awareness Month this … Continue reading Cybersecurity best practices lagging, despite people being aware of the risks

Cybercrime awareness heightened, yet people still engage in risky online behaviors

76% of Americans recognize that data breaches are serious, showing a high awareness that may be driven by news of major consumer, enterprise, and infrastructure breaches over the past year alone, according to a survey of over 2,000 U.S. adults conducte… Continue reading Cybercrime awareness heightened, yet people still engage in risky online behaviors