Laiba Touqir, Author at CyberCentric

Jun222023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

The Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication in Today’s Cyber Landscape

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In an era where cyber threats are ever-present, organizations must prioritize security measures to protect sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access. One vital defense mechanism gaining widespread recognition is multi-factor authentication (MFA). With the rise of phishing attacks and password breaches, relying solely on passwords puts organizations at significant risk. Passwords alone are no longer sufficient to safeguard digital accounts and systems. Cybercriminals use various tactics to crack passwords, making MFA an essential security measure. MFA combines two or more authentication factors, typically including the user’s password, mobile device, and biometrics. This ensures that even if an attacker gains access to a password, they would still need the additional authent...

Jun212023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

The Crucial Role of Cloud Cybersecurity Frameworks in Safeguarding Data

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As our reliance on cloud computing continues to grow, it has become increasingly vital for organizations to employ strong cybersecurity measures to fortify their defenses against cyber threats. Organizations grapple with the ever-evolving threat landscape worldwide and seek effective solutions to protect sensitive data. Implementing a cloud cybersecurity framework helps organizations protect their sensitive data and mitigate risks in the ever-evolving threat landscape. Why Adopt a Cybersecurity Framework? Cybersecurity frameworks provide organizations a structured approach to managing and mitigating risks associated with cloud-based environments. These frameworks offer comprehensive guidelines, best practices, and standardized processes. Thus, enabling organizations to identify,...

Jun102023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

CAISEC ’23 – Most Comprehensive CyberSecurity Forum Kick-Starts on June 12 in Cairo

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Leading Experts, Speakers, and Vendors Under One Roof for 2 Days CAIRO, EGYPT - The highly anticipated second Cybersecurity and Information Security Exhibition and Conference (caisec '23) is scheduled to commence at the Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Cairo, Egypt, on June 12-13, 2023. Organized by Communications, this groundbreaking event is set to attract over 2,000 cybersecurity experts, professionals, and enthusiasts from across the Middle East and Africa region, all eager to engage with industry-leading speakers and innovative solutions. Themed "Cyber Security in a New World Order," caisec '23 has garnered support from top government authorities such as Ministries of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Finance, Supply and Internal Trade, Health and Population, Civil Avi...

May302023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

CHATGPT Enhances Data Privacy with New Chat History Control Feature, Ensuring User Confidentiality

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In an era where data privacy is a paramount concern, ChatGPT has taken a significant step forward by introducing a groundbreaking feature that allows users to turn off chat history. This new capability empowers individuals to exert greater control over their conversations and safeguard their privacy. However, it is important to note that previously saved conversations will still be accessible to AI models, as they were recorded before the implementation of this feature. Let's delve into the details of this latest development and explore its implications for user confidentiality. Protecting User Privacy: Understanding the importance of user privacy, ChatGPT's latest update brings the ability to disable chat history, giving users peace of mind regarding the storage and access of thei...

May302023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

5 Cybersecurity Woes that Pose Threats to Digital Growth

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In today’s digital landscape cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern where technology plays a central role in our lives. This increasing digital platform dependence has escalated new avenues for cybercriminals, making it imperative for individuals and organizations to be aware of potential threats. Here are 5 cybersecurity challenges that pose significant risks. Phishing attacks: Phishing attacks continue to be one of the most prevalent cyber threats. Cybercriminals employ deceptive tactics, such as impersonating trusted entities or creating fake websites, to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information. These attacks compromise personal data and jeopardize the security of entire organizations. Vigilance and awareness are essential to combat such attacks. ...

May202023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

Cyber Security Risks of .zip and .mov Domains – Insight by Umair Aziz

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In a significant development, Google has recently made .mov and .zip domains available for public purchase. While this move brings exciting possibilities for website owners and businesses, it also introduces potential cybersecurity concerns. In this article, we will explore the implications of these new domain extensions and discuss the controls that companies should consider implementing to detect and prevent malicious attempts. Umair Aziz, Head of Information Security and IT Governance - SadaPay Cyber Security Implications Increased Phishing and Malware Attacks: The introduction of .mov and .zip domains provides attackers with new avenues to distribute phishing emails and deliver malware. Cybercriminals can now craft convincing emails that appear to contain multimedia files...

May122023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

Twitter Launches Encrypted DMs for Verified Users with Potential Security Drawback

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Twitter has finally launched its long-awaited encrypted direct messaging feature for verified users, including those who subscribe to Twitter Blue and belong to a "Verified Organization." However, this exclusivity has left privacy-focused users disappointed, as the feature has some significant limitations. One such limitation is that both parties must be verified to have an encrypted chat, which could exclude a large portion of Twitter users. It has been reported that Twitter has not clarified whether this restriction will remain in place or be lifted in the future. Additionally, the encrypted messaging feature does not support group messages and can only handle links, not media files. Moreover, Twitter has not provided a direct way to report encrypted messages. Instead, users a...

May12023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

Dark Web Exhibits Cybercrime Jobs Online

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Cybercrime groups are increasingly operating like businesses, and are even advertising jobs on the dark web that offer competitive salaries, paid time off, and other benefits. This approach to cybercrime enables these groups to attract and retain talented developers and hackers and to operate more efficiently and effectively. This indicates that cybercriminals are becoming more organized and sophisticated, making it increasingly challenging for security forces to pin down and disrupt these groups. Cybercrime groups are seeking to fill a variety of roles, beyond just hackers and developers. Some of these roles may include data analysts, malware and tool developers, initial compromise actors, reverse engineers, website and phishing email designers, malware testers, and IT administ...

May12023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

NCR Datacenter Hit by Ransomware Attack, Payment Services Disrupted

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NCR, a major provider of payment services, is currently dealing with a ransomware attack that has affected its systems. The attack has caused an outage in one of its data centers and impacted the functionality of its Aloha point-of-sale system used by restaurants and Counterpoint management system used by retailers. While the investigation into the attack is ongoing, NCR has stated that none of its ATMs, digital banking, payments, or other retail products have been affected. The company has notified its customers of the incident, engaged external experts for support, and is working to restore impacted data and applications while enhancing its cybersecurity protocol. Some customers may have reduced capabilities on affected cloud-based Aloha and Counterpoint functionality, but in-...

Apr172023 by Laiba TouqirNo Comments

Transforming End User Behavior, An exclusive interview with Syed Abid Ali, Co-Founder & CCO at PhishRod

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People, processes, and technology are the foundations of any organization. All the information that an organization possesses revolves around these three pillars. Whether you are developing the digital transformation plan or the cybersecurity strategy of the organization, people, processes, and technology are vital components. With the advent of technology and the internet being the nucleus of digital growth, it is critical that controls are in place at all levels within the organization to safeguard confidential data. The role of people in the cybersecurity equation has become even more critical, as hackers are targeting end users’ using techniques such as phishing and social engineering. In an exclusive interview with CyberCentric, Syed Abid Ali, Co-Founder & CCO at PhishRod high...