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NDR vs. XDR: Key differences and how to choose
Cybersecurity tools keep evolving, and so does the terminology around them. Network detection and response (NDR) and extended detection and response (XDR) are two approaches that can overlap in their ...
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What is a data breach? How to safeguard your information
Data breaches are usually treated as single events, but their effects rarely stop at disclosure. Exposed data can resurface later, be reused in follow-up attacks, or trigger response and reporting req...
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Supply chain attack: How it works and how to stay protected
Unlike some cyberattacks that try to break in directly, supply chain attacks exploit trusted components involved in building, delivering, or operating software and services, allowing attackers to gain...
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“You’ve made the Google 5 billionth search” pop-up: Is it a scam, and how do you remove it?
If you search for something on Google and then see a pop-up message claiming you’ve won a prize for making the “5 billionth search,” it’s nothing to celebrate. Messages like this can appear im...
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What is a neural network, and how does it work in AI?
A neural network is a machine learning (ML) method that allows artificial intelligence (AI) models to process data in ways loosely inspired by the structure of the human brain. This helps them recogni...
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What is encrypted SNI, and why does it matter for your privacy?
When you visit a website today, your browser usually connects using Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) automatically, meaning the information exchanged between your device and the website is e...
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What is a zero-day exploit? Everything you need to know
Before new devices and software are released, or operating system and firmware upgrades are published, they typically undergo rigorous testing to catch security weaknesses. But even with strong precau...
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How to block a number on iPhone: A complete guide
Spam phone calls and messages on your iPhone are more than just annoying. They can also be risky, especially if a message includes links designed to trick you into sharing personal information or acco...
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Privilege escalation explained: Types of attacks and prevention
A compromised user account or system breach is serious enough on its own. However, attackers often try to turn limited access into broad control by increasing what that account, or the code running un...
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What is an IP reputation attack? Learn how to prevent it
Many public IP addresses have a reputation that different online services use to decide whether traffic should be treated as legitimate or suspicious. An IP reputation attack targets that score. This ...
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