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Data Breach Nightmare: Are You Prepared for Losses? The loss due to a data leak on the dark web can be significant, both financially and non-financially. Financial losses can include: Identity theft: Cybercriminals can use leaked personal information to open new accounts in a victim's name, take out loans, or make fraudulent purchases. This can lead to significant financial losses for the victim, as well as damage to their credit score. Data ransom: Hackers may threaten to release leaked data unless the victim pays a ransom. This is a form of extortion, and it can be very costly for businesses and organizations. Business disruption: A data leak can lead to a loss of customer trust, damage to reputation, and regulatory fines. This can disrupt business operations and lead to lost revenue. Non-financial losses can include: Emotional distress: Victims of data leaks can experience significant emotional distress, such as a...

Types of Cyber Security Attacks 🔒 Stay one step ahead of cyber threats with these essential insights! 🔒 As technology advances, so do the risks that come with it. Cybersecurity attacks have become more sophisticated and prevalent, making it crucial for businesses and individuals to be aware and prepared. Here are 11 types of cyber attacks you need to watch out for: 1️⃣ Phishing Attack: Beware of suspicious emails and messages that trick you into revealing sensitive information. 2️⃣ Dos/DDos: These attacks overload a network or website, causing it to crash or become inaccessible. 3️⃣ Vishing Attack: Cybercriminals use voice calls to deceive and extract confidential information. 4️⃣ Viruses: Malicious software that infiltrates and damages computer systems. 5️⃣ Malware Attack: Malicious software designed to collect sensitive information or gain unauthorized access. 6️⃣ SQL Injection Attack: Attackers exploit vulnerabilities in a website's database to manipulate or extract data. 7️⃣ ...

500 million Whatsapp users, including from India, at risk of data breach According to a Cybernews report, WhatsApp data from nearly half a billion users in 84 countries, including India, may have been compromised and sold online. According to the report, it investigated a data sample after a post on a "well-known hacking community forum" claimed to be selling an up-to-date database of 487 million WhatsApp users and discovered that the claim was most likely true, implying that 25% of the total 2 billion monthly active users worldwide could be at risk. Leaked phone numbers could be used for any number of reasons, including marketing and phishing. The report said more than 32 million of the leaked records were from users in the US, followed by the UK (11 million). The most affected nations include Egypt (45 million), Italy (35 million), Saudi Arabia (29 million), France (20 million), Turkey (20 million), and Russia (10 million). In India, the report added, more than 6 million Wh...