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8 November 2024
Dossiering and information security: how to protect and prevent illegal activities. Recently, Italy has witnessed numerous cases of dossiering involving prominent figures, including politicians and VIPs. One of the most notable cases, the Perugia investigation into dossiering, has attracted the attention of the national anti-mafia directorate and the Milan prosecutor's office. [...]
6 November 2024
The NIS2 Directive is part of the European Union's strategy to protect its digital infrastructure and enhance cyber security. Published as an evolution of the first NIS Directive from 2016, NIS2 sets even more ambitious goals and came into effect on January 17, 2023. In Italy, NIS2 took effect on October [...]
5 November 2024
Money muling is becoming increasingly common in cyber fraud and money laundering. But what exactly is money muling? Money muling refers to an illegal activity where a person, called a "money mule," agrees to transfer or deposit funds on behalf of others, often unaware they’re participating in criminal activity. In practice, [...]
31 October 2024
Table of contents The SPID (Public System for Digital Identity) is a digital authentication system that allows Italian citizens to securely and quickly access online services offered by public administrations and participating private entities. With a digital identity, you can manage numerous activities without having to physically visit offices or [...]
30 October 2024
Table of contents In an increasingly digital world, knowing how to verify the authenticity of a website is essential for protecting your personal data and sensitive information. The threat of fraudulent websites is real, and thousands of people fall victim to online scams every day. However, by following the correct [...]
29 October 2024
Session fixation is a type of cyberattack that occurs when a malicious actor forces a session identifier (session ID) onto a user before they log into a web application. This technique allows the attacker to gain access to the user's session once the user has authenticated. Although it is often [...]
The Man in the Browser (MITB) attack represents a sneaky and increasingly prevalent threat in the world of cyber security.This type of attack occurs within web browsers, where a malicious actor manages to compromise the web pages viewed by the user, altering them without the user realizing it. The primary [...]
28 October 2024
Session hijacking is one of the most insidious threats in the world of cybersecurity. This type of attack allows a malicious actor to take control of a user's web session, granting unauthorized access to sensitive data and restricted functionalities of a website or application. Session hijacking is particularly concerning for [...]
Peer-to-peer connections (often abbreviated as P2P) represent a type of network in which computers, known as nodes, communicate directly with each other without the need for a central server. This distributed model offers numerous advantages but also presents some challenges, especially in terms of security. The peer-to-peer model is different [...]
25 October 2024
End-to-end encryption has become one of the most effective solutions for protecting the privacy of online communications. But what exactly does end-to-end encryption mean, and why is it so important? This article explores in detail how this technology works, its benefits, and how it is used in everyday applications such [...]
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology that has revolutionized digital payments by enabling quick and contactless transactions by bringing two compatible devices close together. However, despite its convenience, this technology raises significant cybersecurity issues that must be carefully considered to protect users' sensitive data. NFC is a short-range communication technology [...]
24 October 2024
Antivirus quarantine is a fundamental function in computing, but many users do not fully understand its purpose and how to use it correctly. This article will explain in detail what antivirus quarantine is, how it works, and why it is essential for protecting your system. Antivirus quarantine is a function designed [...]
In the realm of cyber security, one of the fundamental aspects of protecting information is the concept of non-repudiation of data. This often-overlooked concept plays a crucial role in ensuring that none of the parties involved in an electronic transaction can deny having carried it out. But what exactly is [...]
22 October 2024
The topology of a network is nothing more than the physical and logical arrangement of the nodes and links that form a network. It defines the structure of the connections between the various devices in a computer network, such as computers, servers and other nodes. This structure can be organised [...]
21 October 2024
IT security, practically synonymous with cyber security, has become a crucial element for the protection of personal and corporate data. In simple terms, it refers to the set of measures and practices designed to safeguard computer systems and sensitive information from unauthorized access, damage, or attacks by cyber criminals. With the rise [...]
16 October 2024
Phone spoofing is a fraudulent practice where scammers disguise the phone number they are calling from, making the phone call appear to come from another source. This technique is used to deceive the call recipient into thinking that the call is from a legitimate number, such as a call center, [...]
15 October 2024
Table of contents Operating systems and IT systems are constantly at risk of attacks both from within and from outside. Internal network attacks Internal network attacks are among the most insidious because they are perpetrated by individuals who already have access to the corporate network. These attacks can be carried [...]
In recent years, the term "spoofing" has become increasingly common in the field of cybersecurity. But what exactly does it mean? What is spoofing, and why is it so important to recognize and address it? What is Spoofing? Spoofing is a cyberattack technique in which a malicious actor disguises their identity, [...]
14 October 2024
In the context of cybersecurity, data protection is crucial. One effective way to ensure data security is through the use of system images. A system image is an exact copy of a computer's hard drive, including the operating system, installed programs, and files. This tool is essential for Windows backup [...]
The security of our Wi-Fi networks is essential to protect personal and business data. A key component of this security is the network security key. We have already addressed network security keys in previous articles, but we have received further questions that we will answer in this article. The network [...]
11 October 2024
As mentioned in previous posts, antispam filters are essential tools to protect our email inbox from unwanted messages. Among the various types of filters available, the static antispam filter stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness. In this article, we continue our exploration of antispam methods and explain how a static [...]
Unwanted email represents one of the main issues of modern electronic communication. To combat this threat, various spam filters help keep your inbox clean. Among these, the Bayesian spam filter is one of the most effective and widely used methods. In the third article dedicated to spam filtering methods, we [...]
10 October 2024
Atispam is a fundamental technology in cybersecurity designed to protect users from unwanted emails and spam calls. Its main function is to identify and block unsolicited communications, which may include unwanted advertising, phishing attempts and malware. But how exactly do these systems work, and what are the most effective methods to combat [...]
In yesterday's article, we talked about antispam filters. In this article and the following ones, we will delve deeper into the methods, starting with the heuristic antispam method, which is particularly used for email spam. Email is one of the main communication tools. However, with the increase in email usage, there [...]
