Top Cybersecurity Threats to Be Aware of in 2023
by charlesmuizers | Dec 15, 2022 | Charles Muizers, Chuck Muizers, Technology
A new year is nearly upon us, so now is the perfect time to begin checking and triplechecking our cybersecurity measures. Every new year brings recent trends – and newer threats to contend with.
One way to predict the biggest cybersecurity risks of next year is to look at what we most commonly faced this year We should also consider rising technologies and how criminals may use them to their advantage.
With that in mind, here are the biggest cybersecurity threats to be aware of in 2023
Critical Infrastructure Attacks
Hackers and criminals have always gone for the big targets – the attacks that either make a name for themselves or give them lots of money As such, we should prepare for more attacks against critical infrastructure.
These attacks have risen in recent years and should not be taken lightly. For example, one attack took down the Colonial Pipeline System in 2021. Unfortunately, this was not the 몭rst attack of its kind, nor will it be the last
Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware has also been rising recently, especially as it has proven highly
successful and lucrative Ransomware is malicious software designed to block, encrypt, or lock companies out of their own systems. The company or individual is held hostage and forced to pay the attackers a ransom before gaining access to their systems
Naturally, there are already recommended procedures to help prevent such an attack. It is critical to prepare for these measures and have a security system. Additionally, be sure to follow all recommended security practices.
Phishing
Phishing is another cause for concern in 2023. Phishing is a form of social engineering, which means software can only do so much to prevent it. Phishing occurs when an individual (employee) mistakenly believes an email is legitimate and provides sensitive information to an untrustworthy party.
For example, a phishing email may target an employee, asking them to reset their password. The employee is prompted to provide their username and current password by clicking on the link before supposedly updating their password The employee has e몭ectively given out their login information by 몭lling these 몭elds out.
The best way to prevent phishing attacks is through increasing and continuous awareness. This means regular training sessions and reminders to all employees of the risk of phishing There should also be guides on how to spot such emails
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