15 Types Of Cyber Attacks To Look Out For
Summary
TLDRThis video script warns viewers about the top 15 cyber attacks, including man-in-the-middle, phishing, drive-by, botnet, and social engineering attacks. It highlights the importance of encryption, antivirus software, and firewall updates for defense. It also covers password attacks, DoS and DDoS attacks, insider threats, cryptojacking, and eavesdropping. The script emphasizes the need for a holistic defense strategy to protect against the evolving tactics of cyber terrorists.
Takeaways
- 🛡️ Man-in-the-middle attacks involve hijacking, eavesdropping, IP spoofing, and replay, with solutions like encryption and authentication being crucial.
- 🎣 Phishing and Spear-phishing are tactics used to deceive users into revealing personal information or installing malware through fraudulent emails.
- 🚀 Drive-by attacks spread malware by injecting malicious scripts into insecure websites, compromising visitors' computer networks.
- 🤖 Botnet Attacks use networks of infected systems to launch DDoS attacks, making them difficult to detect due to their global dispersion.
- 🧠 Social Engineering Attacks manipulate individuals into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise security.
- 💉 SQL Injection Attacks target vulnerabilities in SQL servers to extract data that should remain confidential.
- 🦠 Malware Attacks encompass a range of cyber threats that use malicious software to breach computer security, with prevention strategies including robust antivirus software and firewall maintenance.
- 🌐 Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Attacks exploit third-party websites to inject malicious codes into users' browsers, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.
- 🔑 Password Attacks include Brute Force, Dictionary, and Key Logger methods, aiming to gain unauthorized access to user accounts.
- 🚫 Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks render resources unavailable to users, often detectable through traffic analysis and preventable with updated network security.
- 🌐 Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attacks amplify the impact by using multiple compromised devices to flood the target's bandwidth.
- 🔒 Inside Attacks and Data Breaches often stem from disgruntled employees, emphasizing the importance of monitoring access privileges and promptly revoking access upon termination.
- 💰 Cryptojacking Attacks exploit user's computer resources to mine cryptocurrency, highlighting the need for robust network security to protect against unauthorized use.
- 🔑 Crypto Mining Malware Attacks target crypto miners and exchanges, hijacking processing power and potentially causing significant financial loss.
- 👂 Eavesdropping Attacks intercept network traffic to gain access to sensitive information, underlining the necessity of knowing and managing connected devices and software.
Q & A
What is a Man-in-the-middle Attack?
-A Man-in-the-middle Attack is a type of cyber attack where the attacker intercepts and potentially alters communication between two parties without their knowledge, using techniques such as hijacking, active eavesdropping, IP spoofing, and replay.
How can encryption help protect against Man-in-the-middle Attacks?
-Encryption helps protect against Man-in-the-middle Attacks by encoding data in a way that only the intended recipients can decode it, making it difficult for attackers to understand intercepted information.
What is the goal of Phishing and Spear-phishing Attacks?
-The goal of Phishing and Spear-phishing Attacks is to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details, typically through fraudulent emails with malicious links.
How do Drive-by Attacks spread malware?
-Drive-by Attacks spread malware by injecting malicious scripts into the code of insecure websites, which then automatically execute when a user visits the site, compromising their computer network.
What is a Botnet and how is it used in cyber attacks?
-A Botnet is a network of compromised systems infected with malware, controlled by cyber attackers to perform coordinated actions such as Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks.
What is Social Engineering and how is it used in cyber attacks?
-Social Engineering is the manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging confidential information. In cyber attacks, it's used to access personal data, hijack accounts, impersonate identities, or perform unauthorized transactions.
How does an SQL Injection Attack compromise a system?
-An SQL Injection Attack compromises a system by injecting malicious code into an SQL server, tricking it into revealing information it's not supposed to, often through vulnerabilities in website search boxes.
What is Malware and how can it be prevented?
-Malware is malicious software designed to infiltrate and damage computer systems. It can be prevented by using good antivirus software, being cautious with unknown email sources, avoiding malicious pop-ups, and keeping firewalls updated.
What is Cross-site Scripting (XSS) and how does it affect users?
-Cross-site Scripting (XSS) is a type of cyber attack where malicious JavaScript codes are injected into a user's web browser through a third-party website, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data theft, or control over the user's computer.
What are the different forms of Password Attacks mentioned in the script?
-The different forms of Password Attacks mentioned are Brute Force, Dictionary Attack, and Key Logger Attack. Brute Force involves guessing passwords using advanced programs, Dictionary Attack uses common passwords to guess the target's password, and Key Logger Attack captures keystrokes to steal passwords and login IDs.
How does a Denial of Service (DoS) Attack work?
-A Denial of Service (DoS) Attack works by overwhelming a targeted system with traffic, making it unavailable to users. It can be detected using analytical tools that monitor unusual traffic increases and can be mitigated by keeping network security systems up-to-date.
What is Cryptojacking and how does it affect users?
-Cryptojacking is a cyber attack where attackers use a user's computer resources to mine cryptocurrency without their consent, affecting the user's bandwidth and processing power.
What is an Eavesdropping Attack and how can it be mitigated?
-An Eavesdropping Attack is when attackers intercept network traffic to access sensitive information like passwords and financial data. It can be mitigated by being aware of the devices connected to a network and the software installed on them.
Outlines
🛡️ Top Cyber Attacks and Defense Strategies
This paragraph outlines the top 15 types of cyber attacks that individuals and businesses should be aware of to protect themselves. It starts with Man-in-the-middle attacks, which involve tactics like hijacking and IP spoofing, and suggests solutions like encryption and authentication. It then covers Phishing and Spear-phishing attacks that aim to steal personal information through fraudulent emails. Drive-by attacks are discussed next, where malware is spread through insecure websites. Botnet Attacks are highlighted, explaining how cyber terrorists use infected systems for DDoS attacks. Social Engineering Attacks are detailed, focusing on how they exploit human psychology to gain access to personal data. SQL Injection Attack is explained as a method to trick SQL servers into divulging information. Malware Attacks are broadly described, emphasizing the use of malicious software to compromise security, with prevention steps including the use of antivirus software and firewalls. Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Attack is discussed, explaining how it injects malicious codes into web browsers. Password Attacks are detailed, including Brute Force, Dictionary, and Key Logger methods. Denial of Service (DoS) Attack is described, focusing on making resources unavailable to users. Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attack is explained, involving multiple compromised devices. Inside Attack and Data Breaches are discussed, often caused by disgruntled employees, with advice on monitoring access privileges. Cryptojacking Attacks are mentioned, targeting computer processing power for cryptocurrency mining.
🔒 Advanced Cyber Threats and Protective Measures
This paragraph continues the discussion on cyber attacks, focusing on Crypto Mining Malware Attacks that target crypto miners and exchanges, hijacking their processing power. It concludes with Eavesdropping Attacks, where attackers intercept network traffic to access sensitive information. The paragraph emphasizes the importance of knowing what devices are connected to a network and what software is installed on them as a protective measure. It concludes by stressing the need for a comprehensive defense strategy that starts with understanding the different types of cyber attacks to take the necessary preventive steps.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Cyber terrorists
💡Man-in-the-middle Attack
💡Phishing and Spear-phishing Attacks
💡Drive-by Attack
💡Botnet Attacks
💡Social Engineering Attacks
💡SQL Injection Attack
💡Malware Attacks
💡Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Attack
💡Password Attack
💡Denial of Service (DoS) Attack
Highlights
Cyber terrorists are constantly refining tools to break down computer security systems.
Top 15 types of cyber attacks are outlined to help users stay vigilant.
Man-in-the-middle Attack is the first type, involving hijacking, active eavesdropping, IP spoofing, and replay.
Encryption, tamper detection, and authentication of digital certificates are solutions to man-in-the-middle attacks.
Phishing and Spear-phishing Attacks aim to steal personal information through fraudulent emails.
Drive-by Attacks spread malware by injecting malicious scripts into insecure websites.
Botnet Attacks use infected systems to carry out distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
Social Engineering Attacks manipulate victims to access personal data or hijack accounts.
SQL Injection Attack tricks SQL servers into divulging information through malicious code injection.
Malware Attacks compromise computer security using various types of malicious software.
Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Attack uses third-party websites to inject malicious JavaScript codes.
Password Attacks include Brute Force, Dictionary, and Key Logger methods to gain unauthorized access.
Denial of Service (DoS) Attack makes a resource unavailable to users by overwhelming it with traffic.
Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attack floods the target system's bandwidth using multiple devices.
Inside Attack and Data Breaches often involve disgruntled employees and require strict access control.
Cryptojacking Attacks misuse user's computer resources to mine cryptocurrency.
Crypto Mining Malware Attacks target crypto miners and exchanges, hijacking their processing power.
Eavesdropping Attack intercepts user's network traffic to access sensitive information.
A holistic defense mechanism is essential to discover and prevent various types of cyber attacks.
Transcripts
Cyber terrorists are constantly looking for victims. They are refining new tools
to break down computer security systems to launch their attacks.
You could be their next target.
Here are the top 15 types of cyber attacks you need to look out for.
Number 1, Man-in-the-middle Attack.
Cyber terrorists carry out these types of cyber attacks through different ways
including hijacking, active eavesdropping, IP spoofing and replay.
Common solutions of the man-in-the-middle attacks are
encryption, tamper detection, and authentication of digital certificates.
Number 2, Phishing and Spear-phishing Attacks.
The phishing attack is where cyber-terrorism attackers send you fraudulent emails with clickable links.
These attackers aim to steal your personal information.
Cyber-terrorists also use these types of cyber attacks to install on your computer.
Next is Drive-by Attack. Cyber terrorists frequently use drive-by attacks to spread malware.
They target insecure websites. Once they find a potential victim,
they inject a malicious script into either the HTTP or PHP code of the website page.
This script directly compromises the computer network of the site visitor.
Coming in at number 4, Botnet Attacks.
Botnets are a collection of system networks which attackers have injected malware.
Cyber terrorists commonly make use of these infected systems with malware
to carry out a distributed-denial-of-service (DDoS) attack.
It is frequently difficult to spot DDoS attacks
because the systems used in the attacks are scattered worldwide.
Number 5, Social Engineering Attacks.
Cyber terrorists use social engineering to access personal data of victims.
They also use this type of attack for hijacking accounts, character
or identity impersonation or to perform unauthentic payments and more.
Number 6, SQL Injection Attack.
An SQL injection cyberterrorism attack happens when the cyber-terrorist
injects malicious code in an SQL server.
This injection attack tricks the server to divulge information it doesn’t usually disclose.
This cyber-threat could occur when the fraudster merely submits
malicious script into a susceptible website search box.
Number 7 is Malware Attacks.
This is an umbrella term for different types of cyber-attacks
that use malicious software to compromise computer security.
Steps on how preventing malware attacks: Use good antivirus software,
be careful when opening emails from unknown sources,
avoid clicking on malicious pop-ups and keep your firewall up-to-date.
At number 8, we have Cross-site Scripting (XSS) Attack.
This type of cyber attack makes use of the third-party website
to inject malicious JavaScript codes into the target’s web browser.
XSS attacks can also be utilized for capturing screenshots, discovering
and collecting network information and gaining remote access
and control over the victim’s computer network.
Number 9, Password Attack.
Cyber terrorists leverage on password authentication mechanism to gain access to user’s information.
These password attacks can take several forms:
The Brute Force It is used by internet fraudster to guess your password.
They commonly do this with advanced programs which help decipher password based on certain factors.
The Dictionary Attack It occurs when cybercriminals make use of
a dictionary of common passwords to guess the target's password.
A successful attempt compromises the victim’s computer security.
Key Logger Attack Cyber criminals make use of programs
that can capture keystrokes to get your passwords and sign in IDs.
This can affect any individual who logs into a computer network or a web portal with a username and password.
Coming in at number 10, the Denial of Service (DoS) Attack.
It is one of the most widespread types of cyber attacks,
which is done by making a resource unavailable to the user.
However, you can easily spot these types of cyber attacks with analytical tools.
These tools will help you to investigate strange traffic growth.
Moreover, you can also prevent these cyber threats by keeping your network security systems up-to-date.
At number 11, we have the Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) Attack.
This attack occurs when many compromised network devices
all over the world flood the bandwidth of the target system.
DoS and DDoS attacks can occur through session hijacking, TCP SYN flood attack,
teardrop attack, smurf attack, ping-of-death attack and botnets.
Number 12, the Inside Attack and Data Breaches
This commonly occurs through the activities of disgruntled employees or ex-employees.
Always monitor your privileges access network for current employees.
At the same time, you should disable user access to data when you fire any employee.
Number 13 is Cryptojacking Attacks.
It targets the bandwidth of user’s computer and processing power to mine cryptocurrency.
These cyber attackers break into authentic sites and at the same time
break into their visitor’s network security systems.
Next, number 14 is the Crypto Mining Malware Attacks.
It attacks and also targets crypto miners and exchanges and hijacks their computer’s processing power.
The worst part of this type of cyber attack is a complete hijack of the processing power.
Lastly at number 15, the Eavesdropping Attack.
It occurs when attackers intercept user’s network traffic.
This type of cyber attack enables cyber-terrorists to perform cyber terrorism acts
like accessing user’s password and other personal and financial information.
The best protection of this attack is knowing what devices
are connected to a network and what software is installed on those devices.
Cyber attackers continue to refine their attack strategies to their targets.
A holistic defense mechanism starts with discovering the different types of cyber attacks.
When you know the potential threats you can face as a business,
you can then take the required steps to prevent or eliminate them.
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