What is a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attack? A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is a type of cyberattack aimed at making an online service unavailable. This is achieved by overwhelming network services with a massive amount of malicious traffic from multiple sources. In other words, a DDoS attack aims to disrupt the […]
What is Ransomware? The term “Ransomware” has been increasingly appearing in conversations regarding cybersecurity. But what does it exactly mean? Ransomware is a form of malware designed to block access to a system or its data until a ransom is paid. This type of cyber-attack often leverages encryption to make the victim’s files inaccessible, demanding […]
Cyber Security in the Manufacturing Sector: the scenario The manufacturing sector is increasingly becoming a target for cybercriminals. According to the latest Clusit Report, in Italy, attacks on manufacturing have increased by 25% in the past year, confirming a steadily rising trend over the last 4 years. These alarming statistics demonstrate that defining and implementing […]
The initial step in defending any organization is to inform and educate its personnel to adopt conscious behaviors to prevent potential cyber threats from causing serious damage to its IT infrastructure. In this article, we delve into the meaning of Cyber Security Awareness, its significance, and why every company should prioritize continuous training in cybersecurity. […]
The Public Administration sector is one of the most affected industries by cyberattacks. According to the Clusit Report 2024, in 2023 cybercrime attacks in Italy increased by 65%, affecting various industrial sectors, including Public Administration. This alarming statistic highlights the growing need to adopt the right measures and strategies to defend against the multiple cyberattacks […]
Cybersecurity has become a top priority for businesses of all sizes, and with the increasing adoption of Cloud Computing, the need to ensure data security in the Cloud has become even more critical. In this article, we’ll explore what Cloud Security is, why it’s important to implement it, and what future trends to expect. What […]
In the vast and intricate world of technology, there’s a term that’s frequently mentioned, representing one of the major threats to cybersecurity: Malware. Malware stands as the most widespread type of cyberattack. It’s estimated that in 2023, Italy intercepted 174,608,112 instances, placing the country at the top spot in Europe and third globally, just behind […]
Forecasts on Cyber Security for 2024 highlight a rapidly evolving landscape, with new challenges and emerging trends. Below, five of the major trends characterizing the cybersecurity sector throughout the year are explored. Top 5 Cyber Security Trends Growing Importance of Cyber Resilience Cyber resilience becomes crucial in 2024, with an emphasis on organizations’ ability to […]
Today, cyber attacks are proliferating exponentially due to the increased number and variety of malicious software. This is a consequence of the growing number of devices connected to the internet. The latest CLUSIT Report showed that Italy is increasingly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. If last year attacks increased by 11% globally, in our country this […]
The state of cyber Security in italian SMEs According to a study conducted by Grenke Italia, a staggering 72.7% of Italian companies have never undertaken any Cyber Security training activities. Furthermore, 73.3% are unfamiliar with ransomware attacks, 43% lack a designated cybersecurity officer, 26% are almost devoid of protective systems, and only one in four […]