Cyber Security Articles & News

by Mitnick Security | 09.11.2025 | 7 min

What Is Social Engineering in Cybersecurity? Definition and Tactics Explained

Imagine this: You receive an urgent email from your IT department asking for your login credentials to fix a “critical issue.” It looks official. It sounds urgent. You reply. Hours later, you realize ...

by Mitnick Security | 05.22.2024 | 5 min

Understanding Post-Inoculation Cybersecurity Attack Vectors

If you’ve recently improved your cybersecurity posture, you should know that the work to protect your company’s data is not over.

by Mitnick Security | 04.08.2024 | 6 min

Redefining Your Enterprise’s Cyber Security Posture During Mergers & Acquisitions

With 3,205 data compromises occurring in 2023 alone, fortifying your enterprise’s cybersecurity posture is more important than ever.

by Mitnick Security | 03.26.2024 | 5 min

AI in Cyber Security: Impacts, Benefits, and More To Be Aware Of

Artificial intelligence in cybersecurity has been a hot topic lately, especially with the rise of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. But does that mean it would make a great addition to your company’s operations?

by Mitnick Security | 03.30.2023 | 6 min

Is ChatGPT Considered a Cybersecurity Threat?

Chatbots have been known to provide many helpful benefits for companies and their customer support departments for several years. Chatbots are programs created to create realistic and helpful conversa...

by Mitnick Security | 03.07.2023 | 6 min

What Is One-time Password (OTP) Social Engineering?

Even if your business has a mature cybersecurity program, there may be one vulnerability that threat actors can still use to steal your company data: your employees. Social engineering has evolved ove...

by Mitnick Security | 01.18.2023 | 6 min

2023 Cybersecurity Budget Considerations for Your Organization

With the use of multiple work platforms and applications, organizations must choose between spending on cybersecurity or being vulnerable to devastating hacking techniques. One common roadblock is tha...

by Mitnick Security | 11.28.2022 | 5 min

5 Holiday Cybersecurity Tips To Prepare Your Organization

Protecting your organization from outside threats should always be a top priority. However, you may need to shore up your security as we approach the holiday season. The Federal Bureau of Investigatio...

by Mitnick Security | 08.16.2022 | 7 min

The Difference Between Internal and External Penetration Testing & When To Consider Both Options

Although routine scans and assessments are necessary to identify surface-level vulnerabilities, it’s crucial to get a holistic view of your organization’s security posture through in-depth testing.

by Mitnick Security | 06.06.2022 | 9 min

3 Things You Need To Know About Cyber Security Consulting Services

According to Fortune, “The world saw an alarming 105% surge in ransomware cyberattacks” in 2021, with no indication that 2022 will be any different. In fact, bad actors are growing bolder by the day a...

by Mitnick Security | 06.02.2022 | 7 min

Pros and Cons of Vulnerability Scanning vs Penetration Testing

When it comes to an organization’s cybersecurity, vulnerability scanning and penetration testing can protect your business from threat actors. But what are the differences, and when should you use one...

by Mitnick Security | 05.17.2022 | 6 min

What Are the Biggest Cyber Security Threats to Your Business?

Cyber security threats can come in multiple forms. Recently, ABC News reported that threat actors accessed user account information from Facebook’s parent company Meta by pretending to be law enforcem...