Cyber-attacks have become something which the general public is increasingly aware of. However, a perception still exists, certainly, outside the IT industry, that cyber-attacks are just something that happen on the Internet. It’s difficult to relate to and equate the impact of cybercrime on its victims – whether it’s an individual or a company forced for ransom to restore systems.

Sometimes the best way to go about it is to start with the basics. Using a passphrase password that isn’t easy to guess is one of the most important steps you can take.

Pandemic has caused significant behavioral changes, including a shift in purchasing preferences, with most individuals opting for online shopping, leading to a surge in e-commerce. Retailers are eager to capitalize on this trend and opportunities.

These days, smartphones are potentially no less precious than anything as they contain important personal information about their owners, and stealing them is no small thing. Criminals target smartphones because they often contain valuable information that can be hacked or stolen easily.

Microsoft’s passwordless login feature requires users to use their fingerprint, or other secure unlock method, on their mobile phone when logging in again. According to Microsoft, this is a much safer alternative than a password, which is hackable.