by Zachary Amos | Oct 16, 2023 | RidgeBot
Phishing attacks account for a considerable amount of data breaches. It’s not just random luck that makes these scams successful. Phishing often targets the cognitive biases hardwired into people’s brains. By understanding the psychological tricks that make phishing...
by Zachary Amos | Sep 18, 2023 | Ransomware
How do hackers make money? What do cybercriminals do with stolen information after a successful ransomware attack? These are increasingly common concerns today as rates of cyberattack reports continue to rise. Hackers launch these attacks to profit off their victims,...
by Zachary Amos | Aug 17, 2023 | RidgeBot
Hostage and ransom situations have been around since the dawn of time, but the new technology era has brought forth a new form of kidnapping and exploitation — ransomware. Our ever-evolving world means we rely more on online networks to store our information. This...
by Zachary Amos | May 4, 2023 | Pen Test Technical Tips, RidgeBot
Penetration testing is beneficial for improving security before it becomes an issue. However, many people make errors that limit its usefulness. You can avoid security risks and optimize the effectiveness of pen testing as long as you avoid these common...
by Zachary Amos | Mar 23, 2023 | Ridge Security, RidgeBot
Over the last few years, the Internet of Things (IoT) has become increasingly popular across various industries. It allows devices to communicate with each other through a private network, generating a massive amount of data. This instant, always-on...
