The convenience of online shopping, especially during the holiday season, brings with it the heightened risk of falling prey to sophisticated scams. As we embrace the digital marketplace, it’s crucial to be aware of the various tactics employed by cybercriminals.
October is a month often associated with the spookiness of Halloween, but for the tech-savvy, it also marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Founded in 2004 by the National Cyber Security Alliance, this month is designated to shed light on the growing importance of cybersecurity. In our increasingly interconnected world, the threat of cyberattacks looms larger than ever, impacting not just corporations and governments but also the everyday lives of individuals.
Across 2020 – and, most likely, throughout 2021 – the priority of small business owners has been weathering the storm brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. That’s understandable, given the challenges and unique threats from Covid-19. However, the danger posed by cybercriminals has not gone away; in fact, the evidence points to the contrary. The FBI reported huge increases in cybercrime against businesses and individuals in 2020 – a 400% increase in some cases – as hackers looked to exploit the upheaval caused by the pandemic.
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Working from home has become a new reality for many workers across the globe in many industries. The reality is that if your job can be done via a computer, or simply doesn’t require you to be physically present at your office in order for it to be completed, then working from home is the optimum solution in times like these.
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We celebrate Halloween this year quite differently than ever before. Due to the COVID pandemic, trick or treating, parties, and events are all cancelled or moved online. ZoneAlarm wanted to bring you 13 spooky cybersecurity stats in light of Halloween and Cyber Security Awareness Month:
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