Cyber Security Articles & News

by Mitnick Security | 11.24.2021 | 8 min

How Social Engineering Can Affect an Organization

Organizations around the world are enrolled in security awareness training programs and taught to look out for cybercriminals who are using a hacking technique called social engineering.

by Mitnick Security | 11.20.2021 | 6 min

5 Questions to Ask Before Conducting a Pentest

Getting ready for a pentest might seem overwhelming, no matter if it’s your first or your fourth.

by Mitnick Security | 11.12.2021 | 5 min

Who is REvil? The Notorious Ransomware Hacking Group, Explained

Over the last two years, the internet has been riddled with ransomware attacks wherein cybercriminals compromise technology or data, make it inaccessible via encryption, and demand their victim pay a ...

by Mitnick Security | 11.01.2021 | 4 min

What is the Difference Between Blackbox, Greybox & Whitebox Pentesting?

When we speak of black, grey, and whiteboxes, we are not talking about the color of the PC on a desktop once called beige box. We are speaking of the amount of access a pentester has been given before...

by Mitnick Security | 10.13.2021 | 6 min

What Are the Different Types of Hackers?

Hackers make the news regularly for their ever-evolving exploits on major brands and small businesses alike.

by Mitnick Security | 10.11.2021 | 7 min

An Overview of the 2021 Twitch Live Streaming Data Breach

Online video gamers everywhere had their eyes and ears on the news, curious to learn more about their popular live streaming service Twitch and its recent data breach.

by Mitnick Security | 10.01.2021 | 5 min

Everything You Need to Know About National Cyber Security Awareness Month

Every October, people all across the U.S. celebrate a month full of cybersecurity awareness and education.

by Mitnick Security | 09.30.2021 | 8 min

The Top 5 Most Famous Ransomware Attacks

Cybercriminals everywhere are demanding thousands to millions of dollars to unlock the technology they’ve attacked and compromised. This type of malware attack earned itself the name ransomware for th...

by Mitnick Security | 09.06.2021 | 10 min

How Technology is Changing the Future of Social Engineering

Social engineering is not a new concept; in fact, it was said to have originated in 1184 BC with the legendary tale of the Trojan Horse. But since the evolution of technology, we've come a long way fr...

by Mitnick Security | 08.30.2021 | 7 min

5 Benefits of Virtual Cyber Security Events that In-Person Events Don't Offer

If you are looking to book a cyber security speaker, there’s a strong chance you are considering a digital broadcast. After all, the COVID-19 pandemic has made it nearly impossible for event planners ...