Common Types of Cyberattacks ⭕️

In this article, we’ll explore cyberattacks, the various types to look out for, and ways you can help protect yourself or your organization.

▪️What is a cyberattack?
A cyberattack is an attempt to steal, alter, destroy, disrupt, or disable information resources and systems found in computer networks and systems. Cyberattacks can fit into two categories: insider threats or outsider threats. Insider threats stem from individuals with legitimate access to the systems they target, using their access to exploit vulnerabilities intentionally or inadvertently. They could be committed by a dissatisfied or angry employee or a contractor with access to the organization’s systems. An outsider threat is from someone who doesn’t have any affiliation with the system they’re attacking, such as criminal organizations or hackers.