Phishing
Phishing scams trick users into divulging sensitive data, downloading malware, and exposing themselves or their organizations to cybercrime.
Social engineering
A social engineering attack is a type of malicious attack that often involves psychological manipulation. Its goal is to deceive unsuspecting users or employees into disclosing confidential or sensitive information.
Malware
Malware is software that is secretly installed on a computer system to steal sensitive data or financial assets. A system scan is the most common way to detect malware.
Brute-force attack
A brute force attack is when a hacker attempts to guess a user’s login credentials directly, without using any tools to assist them in the process. In most cases, this is accomplished by utilizing predetermined combinations of passwords or (PIN) codes.
Dictionary attack
Dictionary attacks are a type of cyberattack that bears resemblance to brute force methods. In this method, hackers employ automated scripts to systematically test a login system by using lists of pre-existing usernames and passwords. This implies that each username must undergo verification against all conceivable passwords before proceeding to the next username for verification against all conceivable passwords.
Rainbow table attack
The rainbow table attack is a technique employed for cracking password hashes in a database by utilizing a specialized table known as a “rainbow table.” Typically, applications employ password encryption techniques such as hashing to secure user passwords, rather than storing them in plaintext.
Network analyzers
This attack involves malware or physical access to a network switch, yet it is effective. It works on most internal networks without exploiting a system vulnerability or network problem. Network analyzers are often used before brute force assaults.
Spidering
Spidering is very similar to phishing. When social engineers use spidering, they try to get to know the targets and figure out their credentials based on their digital footprint. Social engineers then build a list of possible combinations that they use for a brute-force attack
Keystroke logging
Keystroke logging software is one of the oldest types of malware. Today, attackers use it. Keyloggers capture keystrokes, such as those typed into an online form or app. The software sends this information to a third party. Keyloggers steal passwords and financial data. It’s sold.
Shoulder surfing
Shoulder surfing is a technique that attackers employ to discover passwords and other sensitive information by glancing over your shoulder at what is displayed on your computer or at what you are doing on your keyboard. There are a lot of people who use their own personal gadgets or business devices in public places where it’s easy for someone to glance over their shoulder.
