Cross-site scripting vulnerabilities and risks they pose

Cross-site scripting (or XSS) is a sneaky invasion that turns benign and reliable websites into malware transmitters. Typically, hackers…

How to recognize scareware and its alarming tactics

Scareware is one of the sneakiest methods to prey on unwitting users. With bogus alerts and rogue programs, threat actors manipulate people…

Difference between TCP and UDP protocols

TCP and UDP protocols have a pivotal role in data transmission online. UDP is the ideal choice for time-sensitive communications, while the…

46% of C-level executives had been targeted by spyware in 2019

According to data compiled by Atlas VPN, 46% of C-level officers suffered from a spyware attack last year. IT specialists revealed that senior management and C-suite executives are most likely to suffer from a malicious attack within the company.

How to change NAT type on PC and consoles like PS4

Learning how to change NAT type is useful when PS4, Xbox One, or PC cannot join/host multiplayer games.  Network Address Translation (NAT…

Financial fraud reports in the US jumped by 104% in 2020 Q1

According to data extracted and analyzed by Atlas VPN, financial fraud complaints in the US jumped by over 104% in 2020 Q1 compared to 2019 Q1. Financial identity theft occurs when fraudsters gain access to the victims’ financial information and use it for their gain whilst pretending to be the victim.

Sneaky clickjacking attacks and their prevention

Clickjacking is one of the trickiest and craftiest cyber attacks these days. Imagine you visit a website and see an appealing “Free iPhone…

How doxxing exposes personal data against users’ will

Doxxing takes advantage of publicly available information on users. The web is a firehose of data, containing billions of records on each of…