What’s the difference between opportunistic & targeted attacks? 

What's the difference between opportunistic and targeted attacks? 

There are two main types of cyberattack: opportunistic attacks and targeted attacks. Targeted attacks are when a cybercriminal has a specific target in mind whereas an opportunistic attack is when the attack is random. So, how do targeted attacks differ from common opportunistic attacks?   The difference between targeted and opportunistic attacks depends on what the attacker wants and how they … Read More

Mitigating cyberattacks with IOAs and IOCs

Paper with Indicator of Attack (IOAs) and Indicator of Compromise (IOCs)

IOA and IOC – what’s the difference and why you should pay attention to them Being able to mitigate cyberattacks is key to business success in today’s digital age. Indicator of Attack (IOAs) and Indicator of Compromise (IOCs) are two important parts of ensuring your network is safe and secure.   IOAs demonstrate the intentions behind a cyberattack and the techniques … Read More