ATTACK TYPES
Software designed specifically to disrupt, damage, or gain unauthorized access to a computer.
Malware
A giant browser pop-up warning you that your PC has 50 viruses and demanding you install a "cleaner" right now.
SCAREWARE
The very first action you should take if you realize you accidentally typed your credentials into a fake site.
Change your password
A phishing attack specifically conducted over SMS or text messages.
SMISHING
Your laptop's webcam indicator light turns on randomly when no camera apps are open
SPYWARE / CAMFECTING
A security setting that requires both a password and a secondary code sent to your phone to log in.
Multi-Factor Authentication / MFA / 2FA
Highly targeted phishing aimed specifically at senior executives or CEOs.
WHALING
What you should absolutely NOT do if you find a random USB flash drive on the classroom floor.
Do not plug it into your computer
A pre-made dictionary of words is used to hack into your account.
You find that you are unable to open your files on your PC. The next day, you receive an email threatening you to pay for the files to be unlocked.
RANSOMWARE
The safest way to protect your data if you are forced to use a public mall Wi-Fi network
Use a VPN / Mobile Data
When an attacker uses phone calls pretending to be a bank agent to steal your OTP.
VISHING
An email from "Paypal" uses an odd, generic greeting like "Dear Customer" instead of your actual name
PHISHING EMAIL
Doing this regularly ensures your operating system has the latest security shields against known hacker entry points.
Software / System Updates