In the world of technology, online platforms are a prime target for hackers who exploit security vulnerabilities for financial gain or to cause harm.
1- Hacking individual accounts...
- Weak passwords:
It is easily guessed through guessing attacks.
- Phishing:
Deceiving users with fake links to steal their data.
- Malware:
Logging keystrokes or stealing private keys.
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2. Exploiting software vulnerabilities
- SQL Injection: Injecting malicious commands to steal databases.
- XSS vulnerabilities: Injecting malicious code into web pages to steal data.
- Insecure APIs: Unauthorized access to data.
3. Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks
Flooding servers with fake requests to denial of service, sometimes as a distraction during other attacks.
4. Hacking private keys.
- Stealing private keys or insecurely stored recovery phrases.
- Social engineering: tricking users into divulging their information.
5. Internal attacks.
Abuse of authority by employees or persons with internal access.
6. Unsecured networks.
Intercepting data sent over unencrypted connections or public Wi-Fi networks.
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How to protect:
1. Use strong encryption (such as HTTPS).
2. Activate two-step verification (2FA).
3. Update systems and fix vulnerabilities regularly.
4. Educating users about the risks of phishing.
5. Conduct periodic penetration tests.
