29th October, India-

With the advent of network-based ransomware worms, attackers can now launch campaigns without the need for human intervention, according to a report. The number and complexity of security events have increased.

The following are the most common types of cyber security attacks:

1. Malware
When a user clicks a "planted" dangerous link or email attachment, which is used to install malicious software inside the system, malware exploits a vulnerability to breach a network.

2. Phishing
Phishing attacks are very common, and they involve sending a large number of fraudulent emails to unsuspecting users while posing as a trusted source.

3. Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks
When an attacker intercepts a two-party transaction and inserts themselves in the middle, this is known as a middleman attack. By disrupting traffic, cyber attackers can steal and manipulate data from there.

4. Denial-of-Service (DOS) Attack
DOS attacks overload resources and bandwidth by flooding systems, servers, and/or networks with traffic. TCP SYN flood attacks, teardrop attacks, smurf attacks, ping-of-death attacks, and botnets are the most common types of DoS and DDoS attacks.

5. SQL Injections
When an attacker uses server query language (SQL) to inject malicious code into a server, the server is forced to deliver protected information.

6. Zero-day Exploit
Exploiting a network vulnerability when it is new and recently announced — before a patch is released and/or implemented — is referred to as a Zero-day Exploit.

7. Password Attack
Passwords are the most common method of gaining access to a secure information system, which makes them a tempting target for cybercriminals.

8. Cross-site Scripting
In a cross-site scripting attack, malicious scripts are embedded in content from trusted websites. The malicious code attaches itself to the dynamic content sent to the victim's browser.

9. Rootkits
Rootkits are hidden inside legitimate software, allowing them to take control of a system remotely and gain administrative access. The rootkit is then used by the attacker to steal passwords, keys, and credentials, as well as retrieve sensitive information.

10. Internet of Things (IoT) Attacks
While internet connectivity on almost any device provides convenience and ease for users, it also presents attackers with a growing—almost infinite—number of access points to exploit and cause havoc.

The Bottom Line
While cybersecurity prevention measures vary by attack type, good security practices and basic IT hygiene are generally effective in mitigating these threats. Experts from Cegura Technologies can suggest the tools and techniques to survive cybersecurity.

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