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A Deep Dive into DDoS Carpet-Bombing Attacks

Security Boulevard

With the rapid growth of the internet, especially in areas like cloud computing, 5G, and IoT technologies, the scale of botnets continues to expand, intensifying the battle between attack and defense. In response, DDoS attacks have evolved, taking on a more intelligent form to evade security defenses.

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Facebook Launches 'Secure the Internet Grants' Program

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The new initiative encourages universities, non-profits, and NGOs to submit applied research proposals for new security defense technologies that can be used in practice.

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Chinese Hackers Breach US Wiretapping Data, Expose Vulnerabilities

eSecurity Planet

Companies like Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies were targeted in this attack, allowing unauthorized access to critical systems used for court-authorized wiretapping — a tool vital for law enforcement surveillance. telecom giants such as Verizon Communications, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies. The hackers, identified by U.S.

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Cybersecurity vs Software Engineering in 2024

Hacker's King

With technology advancing rapidly, both professions are highly sought after, yet cybersecurity has seen a massive surge in importance due to the increasing number of cyber threats. With over 60 billion devices connected to the internet and rising cyber-attacks, businesses, governments, and individuals are at risk more than ever before.

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Recent Tesla Hacks Highlight Importance of Protecting Connected Devices

eSecurity Planet

Within the last couple of months, smart device vulnerabilities have been piling up, prompting businesses to protect their Internet of Things (IoT) environments. While Teslas aren’t the typical business IoT device, their connection to the internet makes them a cyber threat as much as your business’s other IoT technology.

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How Does a VPN Work? A Comprehensive Beginner’s Overview

eSecurity Planet

A virtual private network (VPN) does more than just mask your identity—it fundamentally changes how your data moves across the internet. This process involves multiple steps and technologies working together to ensure your data remains private and secure.

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What is SASE? Secure Access Service Service Edge Explained

eSecurity Planet

The trends to adopt Internet of Things (IoT) devices, remote work , and cloud resources drastically increase the amount of communication outside of the traditional network that needs to be secured. This trend spreads out data center risk over the internet and increases the potential vectors for attack.

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