The media significantly influences our perceptions of cybersecurity, often spotlighting dramatic breaches, headline-grabbing hacks, and alarming vulnerabilities. While this type of coverage can effectively grab attention and raise awareness, it can also skew our understanding by focusing too much on… Continue Reading →

Users often ignore or forget security policies due to habit and convenience. Even after training, people may still choose weak passwords because they believe they won’t be targeted. People are becoming more aware of phishing scams but still hesitate to… Continue Reading →

Real Website:facebook.com Official, secure connection (HTTPS). Consistent branding and design. Fake Website:faceb00k.com (notice the “0” instead of “o”) Slight misspelling in the URL. May lack proper security certificates or show a warning. Real Website:amazon.com Recognizable layout and reliable customer service… Continue Reading →

The motive that makes the most sense is “For money” (1) because financial gain is a strong incentive for cybercriminals, and many attacks are profit-driven. Ransomware, fraud, and data theft are common methods used to generate income. “Multiple reasons” (2)… Continue Reading →

Mahad Ahmad February 16, 2025 Introduction The pervasive growth of social media has transformed communication, yet it has also facilitated the emergence of cyberbullying—a form of harassment conducted through digital platforms. The scholarly article “Cyberbullying on Social Media: Definitions, Prevalence,… Continue Reading →

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a psychological theory that outlines five levels of human needs, arranged in a pyramid. Starting with the basics, it includes physiological needs (like food and shelter), safety needs (security and stability), love and belonging (relationships… Continue Reading →

Websites like PrivacyRights.org are invaluable resources for identifying common vulnerabilities in data security. They provide a centralized place to track breaches, analyze attack patterns, and understand which types of data are most at risk. The people who maintain and update… Continue Reading →

The principles of science are based on three main aspects: observation, experimentation, and hypothesis testing. These methods allow us to systematically understand and explain the world around us by gathering evidence, testing ideas, and refining theories. In cybersecurity, these principles… Continue Reading →