What is Account Takeover (ATO) and How Can You Prevent It?

Account Takeover (ATO) is a form of cyberattack where malicious actors gain unauthorized access to user accounts—typically through automated bots. Once these attackers seize control of an account, they can use it for fraudulent purposes, such as stealing stored funds, making unauthorized purchases, stealing identity or credit card information, or even launching further attacks on …

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The Dark Side of AI

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing cybersecurity, enabling us to enhance threat detection, streamline defenses, and automate tasks previously took us hours to complete. However, AI can be a double-edged sword, enabling malicious actors to develop more sophisticated, evasive cyber threats that can easily bypass traditional web security measures. In a recent Threat Vector podcast interview, …

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AI-Generated Malware: A New Era of Cyber Threats

Threats move and change quickly these days, but the rise of AI-generated malware presents a new challenge. AI has given cybercriminals a new tool to create more sophisticated and adaptable malware, which can bypass traditional security systems and wreak havoc. And as AI continues to evolve, more advanced systems of malware are on the rise, …

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Fake WordPress Plugins: The New Frontier for Malware Infections

GoDaddy Security researchers identified an alarming trend in the growing use of fake WordPress plugins to spread malware to unsuspecting website visitors. These plugins, while appearing legitimate to website administrators, secretly inject malicious code designed to trick users into downloading harmful software. This new attack vector highlights how cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, using swarms …

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Web Application Firewalls (WAF): A Technical Overview of Cyber Defense

In today’s digital landscape, web applications are a core part of business operations but also prime targets for cyberattacks. As cyber threats evolve, organizations need strong security measures to protect their online assets. One key tool is the Web Application Firewall (WAF), a security solution that monitors, filters, and blocks malicious traffic between a web …

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What Is Content Scraping, and How Can You Prevent It?

Most businesses depend on their website. Whether it advertises a product, educates customers, or engages with customers, online content is a valuable asset that can set you apart from your competitors. However, content scraping is a growing problem that threatens to undermine all your hard work.  Content scraping is the process of using bots or …

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What Are Web Crawlers and How Do You Prevent Them?

Web crawlers, also known as spiders or data crawlers, are automated bots that systematically browse the internet, collecting data from websites. They play a critical role in how search engines index web pages and  how they deliver content. Like most things on the web, some are good but others can do a lot of harm …

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