Tag: cyber security
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1. Malware What is it? Malware is an all-encompassing term for a variety of cyber threats including Trojans, viruses and worms. Malware is simply defined as code with malicious intent that typically steals data or destroys something on the computer. How does it work? Malware is most often introduced to a system through email attachments, … <a title="8 Types of Cyber Attacks Your Business Needs to Avoid" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/8-types-of-cyber-attacks-your-business-needs-to-avoid/" aria-label="Read...
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2018 was an interesting year for all things cyber. It was the year that brought major breaches pretty much every week. Most recently, the Marriott Hotel group suffered a significant data breach, while Quora fell foul to some cyber criminals. Cyber security is still the issue on every business leaders mind. This year, organizations have … <a title="10 Cyber Security Trends to Look Out for in 2019" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/10-cyber-security-trends-2019/" aria-label="Read...
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What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users’ access to it until a ransom is paid to unlock it. Ransomware variants have been observed for several years and often attempt to extort money from victims by displaying an on-screen alert. Typically, these alerts state that the … <a title="Frequently Asked Questions about Ransomware" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/faq-about-ransomware/" aria-label="Read more about Frequently Asked Questions...
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What is the Marriott Data Breach? On November 30th, Marriott International announced that the private information of up to 500 million guests became compromised. The breach is one of the largest in history and brings up a variety of concerns regarding consumer privacy safety. They noted that an internal tool recognized a data breach in … <a title="Marriott Data Breach: What You Need To Know" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/marriott-data-breach-need-to-know/" aria-label="Read more about...