Gaining root access to a system is a lot like getting master keys to an entire building. Malicious actors gain access and control over the entire system, as well as the ability to move further into connected systems without being noticed. This can be an issue for all computer systems, but recently the spotlight has been on Linux due to the “Copy Fail” Linux security vulnerability.

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

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Most cyberattacks don’t come from a single hacker sitting behind one computer. Sometimes they rely on thousands of devices working together without their owners even realizing it. These networks are called botnets. And they’ve become one of the most powerful tools in modern cybercrime, and they’re only growing in magnitude.

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

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Most people don’t think of their phones as something susceptible to malicious actors. Unfortunately, phones can be just as vulnerable as computers, but the way they are targeted is different. Quite often, it’s through spyware.

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

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Much of a computer’s security is only active after it starts. For instance, antivirus software scans files, browsers block suspicious websites, and operating systems install security patches. But what about during startup? Not many people know that during this phase, a computer is especially vulnerable, because the system hasn’t fully loaded, and security tools aren’t active yet.

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

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Using the Internet often feels completely anonymous. You can create a username, avoid sharing your real name, and take part in online communities without revealing who you are. Unfortunately, you’re likely not as anonymous as you think.

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

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Ever get a message from a friend on WhatsApp that seemed slightly off? Maybe they ask you for a quick favor, or they send you an unusual link. But because it’s coming from someone you know, you might just comply or click without thinking. This is one of the most common ways scammers can hijack your WhatsApp account.

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

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Most people don’t ever think they’ll find their passport scan, driver’s license photo, or other personal documents in a random search engine search. Unfortunately, it’s not as rare as you might think. 

Cora Quigley

Cora is a digital copywriter for SSLs.com. Having eight years of experience in online content creation, she is a versatile writer with an interest in a wide variety of topics, ranging from technology to marketing.

www.ssls.com/