SQL Injections: Understanding the Threat & 10 Ways to Prevent Attacks
SQL Injection is a prevalent cybercrime tactic and is recognized as one of the top 10 critical security threats by OWASP, a leading document on web application vulnerabilities. Failing to protect your website from this attack could put your business and your customers at significant risk. This article explores SQL Injections: what they are, how […]
Steam Patches Vulnerability That Exposed User Profiles to Drive-By Attacks
Valve recently patched a significant security flaw in Steam. However, just to be safe, it’s a good idea to double-check your account security and any available funds. Yesterday, it was revealed that Steam was affected by a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that could compromise account security or be used to steal user data. Fortunately, the […]
The 10 Most Critical OWASP Vulnerabilities for 2023
Digital risks and strategies for preventing and mitigating attacks are constantly evolving. Staying informed can be challenging but crucial—without a strong security plan, you risk data breaches, malware, and other threats. Fortunately, excellent resources are available to help. The OWASP Top 10 is a valuable resource that offers comprehensive, up-to-date insights into the most critical […]
What Is Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) and How to Prevent It?
Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) is a type of cyberattack where malicious actors manipulate users into performing unintended actions on a web application, such as submitting forms, clicking links, or making unauthorized changes, all without their knowledge or consent. These attacks exploit a web application’s trust in a user’s browser, tricking it into executing commands as […]
7 Steps to Defend Your Website Against SEO Spam & Spamdexing
Your website is critical to your success as a small business—so much so that doing business without one is nearly impossible today. Search engine optimization (SEO) is essential to maximize visibility among potential customers. On average, small businesses spend $497 monthly on SEO services to improve search rankings, select effective keywords, and build quality backlinks. […]
How to Prevent Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Attacks
In November 2018, security researchers from Check Point made an intriguing discovery about the highly popular game Fortnite. They found that the website was vulnerable to cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks. Due to an outdated, unsecured webpage, hackers could gain unauthorized access to users’ accounts, in-game currency, and audio recording features—all without needing the users’ login […]
How to Protect Yourself from Brute Force Attacks
A brute force attack is an increasingly common method hackers use to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data by guessing passwords. According to Verizon’s 2020 Data Breach Investigations Report, over 80% of data breaches occur due to “brute force” attacks or the use of lost or stolen credentials. These attacks have become even more prevalent […]
Hackers Crack the World’s Most Common Passwords in Under 1 Second—Is Yours on the List?
NordPass, the password management tool developed by the team behind NordVPN, has unveiled its list of the 200 most common passwords for 2025—and it seems many people are still relying on notoriously weak options. This year, the most commonly used password worldwide was the notorious “password,” which hackers could crack in under a second. Similarly, […]
5 Tips to Create an SEO-Friendly Website Design
Are you among those who believe internet marketing campaigns begin only after launching a website? In reality, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a critical internet marketing process that starts long before your website becomes accessible online. When you’re working on website design, it’s also essential to consider SEO factors. Search engines perceive websites differently from […]
What Is a Website Vulnerability and How Do Hackers Exploit It?
Websites are subjected to countless attacks every day. A website vulnerability refers to a weakness or misconfiguration in the code of a website or web application that enables attackers to gain control of the site or even the hosting server. Many of these vulnerabilities are exploited through automated tools, such as botnets. Cybercriminals create advanced […]