Shadow IT: The Hidden Threat Inside Your Organization

Real-World Cases of Shadow IT Disasters Shadow IT isn’t just an inconvenience—it has led to major data breaches, legal trouble, and financial losses. Let’s look at some real-world examples where a little unauthorized technology use turned into a full-blown security disaster. 1. The NASA Data Leak (2018) What happened? A rogue employee connected an unauthorized…

February 13, 20250Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

When Trust Becomes a Liability: Real-World Cases of Insiders Gone Rogue

Cybersecurity breaches are often associated with faceless hackers in hoodies, launching attacks from distant countries. But what if the real danger is sitting in the next cubicle, attending the same company meetings, or even holding the keys to the IT kingdom? Insider threats are among the most damaging security incidents because they come from within—people…

February 8, 20250Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Social Engineering: The Human Element in Cybersecurity

If you’re reading this, you probably know the basics of cybersecurity—firewalls, encryption, endpoint protection, and so on. But here’s the dirty little secret: the best technical defenses in the world won’t save you if your weakest link gives up the keys. And that weakest link? It’s always the human factor. Social engineering attacks don’t target…

January 30, 20250Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Building a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan That Actually Works

When disaster strikes, the last thing you want is to figure out your next move on the fly. A cyberattack isn’t the time to ask, “What should we do?” It’s the time to act decisively. That’s why having a rock-solid incident response plan (IRP) isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the difference between containing an attack and…

January 22, 20250Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Threat Hunting 101: Staying One Step Ahead of Cybercriminals

When most people think about cybersecurity, they imagine setting up defenses: firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software, and more. These tools are essential, but here’s the problem—they’re reactive. They wait for the attacker to make the first move. By the time they trigger an alarm, the damage could already be underway. Enter threat hunting. Threat…

January 16, 20250Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

The Essentials of Secure Cloud Storage for Your Business

Imagine this: Your business runs smoothly. Files are shared seamlessly, employees access resources from anywhere, and critical data is backed up in real time. Cloud storage makes this possible—it’s the backbone of modern business operations. But what if I told you that same convenience is also an open invitation for attackers? Cloud storage has transformed…

January 2, 20250Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Red Team vs. Blue Team: Which Path is Right for Your Career?

When most people think of cybersecurity, they picture a lone hacker pounding away at a keyboard in a dark room. But in the real world, the industry is organized into specialized roles—teams that simulate attacks and teams that defend against them. It’s like a high-stakes game of chess, with one side constantly plotting the next…

December 10, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity Technology

Building a Security Awareness Training Program for Employees

In the world of cybersecurity, there’s a saying I live by: “You’re only as strong as your weakest link.” And unfortunately, the weakest link is often your own employees. It’s not because they’re careless or malicious—it’s because they haven’t been trained to recognize the signs of an attack or understand the role they play in…

December 5, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

Technology

The Internet of Things (IoT) and Your Home: How to Secure Your Smart Devices

In the world of cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT) is like the Wild West. We’re living in an age where everything from your thermostat to your refrigerator is connected to the internet—and that’s a gold mine for hackers. IoT devices, while incredibly convenient, often come with one major flaw: weak security. And if you’re…

September 21, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

cybersecurity

The Evolution of Ransomware: How Cybercriminals Have Refined the Art of Extortion

Ransomware has evolved from a crude method of digital extortion into a sophisticated and highly profitable business model for cybercriminals. In the early days, these attacks were straightforward—lock up a victim's files and demand payment for the key. Today, ransomware is more dangerous and complex, often involving multi-layered attacks, double extortion, and even “Ransomware-as-a-Service” (RaaS).…

September 6, 20240Comments

ByMoyosore Kukoyi

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