Most common internet attack types

What a Phishing Attack is?

It's a cunning strategy used by cyber criminals where they trick users into handing over sensitive information. Imagine this—you receive an email impersonating a legitimate company. Everything seems so real; you're deceived into typing in your personal information and even login credentials.

What is an IFRAME Injection?

IFRAME Injection is a cyberattack where an attacker inserts an IFRAME into a webpage to execute malicious scripts or redirect users to harmful sites. It can lead to unauthorized access, session hijacking, or exposure to harmful content.

What is Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)?

Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is a vulnerability in web applications that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into webpages. These scripts can steal cookies, deface websites, or redirect users to malicious sites.

What is a Man-in-the-Middle Attack?

A Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack occurs when an attacker secretly intercepts and possibly alters the communication between two parties. This can happen in unsecured Wi-Fi networks, allowing attackers to eavesdrop on the data flow.

What is Domain Spoofing?

Domain spoofing involves creating a fake website that resembles a legitimate one. Attackers use it to deceive users into thinking they are on a genuine site, which can lead to phishing attacks and data theft.

What is Clickjacking?

Clickjacking is a technique where users are tricked into clicking on something different from what they perceive, often by overlaying a transparent frame over a legitimate button or link. This can lead to unwanted actions or disclosures of confidential information.

What a DDoS attack is?

A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack aim to disrupt the regular flow of traffic to a server (service, website) or network. DDoS attacks achieve effectiveness by utilizing multiple compromised computer systems as sources of attack traffic. From end user it looks exactly as it works, attackers make a chaos by bombarding these systems with an overwhelming amount of internet traffic.

What is a DNS Mirror Attack?

A DNS mirror attack involves using a network of open DNS servers to overwhelm a target system with DNS response traffic. By sending requests with the target’s spoofed IP address, attackers can significantly amplify the volume of traffic directed at the victim, leading to service disruption.

What is SQL Injection?

SQL Injection is a web security vulnerability that allows an attacker to interfere with the queries that an application makes to its database. It can be used to view data that they are not normally able to retrieve, such as sensitive company data, user lists, or private customer details.

What is a Zero-Day Exploit?

A zero-day exploit is a cyberattack that occurs on the same day a weakness is discovered in software. At that point, it's exploited before a fix becomes available from its creator. Zero-day attacks are a severe threat as they catch victims off guard, making them highly effective.

What is Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF)?

Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) is a web security vulnerability that allows an attacker to induce the server-side application to make HTTP requests to an arbitrary domain of the attacker's choosing. This can be used to target internal systems behind firewalls that are otherwise inaccessible.

What is Email Spoofing?

Email spoofing is a cyberattack where the sender's address is falsified, making it appear as if the email comes from a trusted source. This technique is often used in phishing attacks to trick recipients into divulging sensitive information, clicking on malicious links, or opening infected attachments.

How Does Spam Affect Security?

Spam emails are not just unsolicited bulk messages; they can be a serious security threat. Spam can carry phishing links, malware, or fraudulent content. It can overwhelm email systems and be used as a vector for more sophisticated cyberattacks.

What are Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) in Email?

Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) in email are sophisticated, long-term cyberattacks where attackers gain access to a network and remain undetected for an extended period. They often start with spear-phishing emails, targeting specific individuals with highly crafted messages to infiltrate an organization's systems.