Nearly half of ransomware attacks globally targeted the US in 2021

Ransomware in the hands of cybercriminals can become a powerful weapon that could cause your business financial and reputational damage. While some hackers only seek money in cyberattacks, others could also use ransomware to steal confidential government information.

GDPR fines hit over €1 billion in 2021

The European Union (EU) implemented the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018. The goal of this Act was to offer EU citizens more control over their data and privacy. Organizations that disobeyed the legislation were subjected to hefty fines, which keep increasing every year.

Guide to recognizing whether your phone has a virus

The hunt for smartphones has never been more vicious. Criminals and hackers alike are after the data within this small portable device. Thus…

Almost 30% of identity crime victims have suffered from identity theft more than once

Falling victim to identity crime should make people more vigilant against future fraud. However, data suggest otherwise.

How to find and change your network security key

A network security key is an essential component of any Wi-Fi network. After all, devices connected to the same one gain access to each…

Hackers attacked businesses over 700 million times in last 30 days globally

According to data compiled and analyzed by Atlas VPN, threat actors attacked businesses more than 722 million times during the last 30 days worldwide. Over 73% of these hacking attempts were malware attacks.

Over $12 billion in crypto stolen in the past decade

Since the launch of Bitcoin in 2009, the crypto industry’s technology has advanced significantly. Despite that, many crypto services have failed to build efficient security systems that would stop cybercriminals from exploiting flaws for personal gain at the expense of their victims. Besides, many bad actors have employed a variety of scams.

More than 40 million people had their health information leaked in 2021

A data breach comes with many negative consequences to the organization, such as financial and reputational losses. However, when cybercriminals launch attacks on health institutions, it puts in danger not only the organization but also patient lives.