From data breaches to ransomware attacks to the growing risk of cyber attacks on IoT devices, the scope and severity of today’s cybersecurity threats is rapidly outpacing security controls. These threats are fueled by our increasing reliance on digital systems and hyper-connectivity, as well as the emergence of new attack techniques that leverage artificial intelligence (AI).
Malware, or malicious software, targets computer systems to disrupt their normal functions, steal information, or remotely monitor a user’s activity. Fileless malware attacks take advantage of scripts and modules loaded into random access memory to execute activities, bypassing endpoint and antivirus defenses.
Social engineering is a technique where attackers trick users into opening attachments or clicking on links that contain malware. A common strategy is to lure users with a baiting trap like a celebrity endorsement or a fake email link. Attackers then gain access to the victim’s system, potentially gaining complete control over the device or enabling them to spy on their colleagues and customers.
Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) are complex, long-term cyberattacks that target large organizations and government agencies. They often target interconnected networks of suppliers and partners, and exploit vulnerabilities to breach multiple entities with a single attack.
Supply chain attacks, phishing attacks and man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks leverage existing infrastructure to infiltrate systems and spread malicious code. These cyberattacks can have far-reaching repercussions, as was the case with CMA CGM, where malware spread to peripheral servers and ultimately led to a data breach. A comprehensive layered security approach with automated updates, robust threat detection systems, and rigorous access management policies can help mitigate these risks.