APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) play a crucial role in enabling communication between different software systems and building a secure web application is big part of that communication. However, this increased connectivity also brings about new security challenges. To protect your systems and data from potential threats, it’s essential to implement a comprehensive API security checklist….
Category: Web Security
Threat of Ransom DDoS Attacks
A Ransom DDoS attack is a cyber threat where attackers flood a targeted server or network with overwhelming traffic, aiming to render it inaccessible. The attackers then demand a ransom, usually in cryptocurrency, to cease the attack. This form of cyber extortion has become increasingly common, posing significant risks to businesses and institutions. Simplicity of…
Cyber Security Forensics
The battle between cybercriminals and security professionals is relentless. As organizations strive to protect their sensitive data and systems from malicious actors, the field of cyber security forensics has emerged as a critical discipline. It plays a pivotal role in investigating cyber incidents, uncovering digital evidence, and reconstructing the sequence of events to identify the…
What is Difference Between a Virus and a Worm?
In the realm of information security management, two terms frequently come up: “virus” and “worm.” While both are forms of malicious software that can cause problems on computer systems, they have distinct characteristics and modes of operation. Understanding the difference between a virus and a worm is essential in comprehending the nature of these threats…
What is Captcha?
Captcha is one effective tool used to protect websites from automated bots and malicious activities, spam and other security concerns of applications that receives data. Whether you realize it or not, you have likely encountered Captcha multiple times while browsing the internet. But what exactly is Captcha, and how does it work? Let’s delve into…
Rotate DKIM Keys or Not?
As an information security expert, one of the critical considerations for any organization is ensuring the integrity and security of their email communications. DKIM (DomainKeys Identified Mail) is an email authentication protocol that plays a vital role in protecting against email phishing and ensuring the authenticity of incoming messages. But the question that often arises…
Protecting Sensitive Information in Identity Verification Processes
This document outlines the security measures and best practices for protecting sensitive information such as passport images, credit card numbers, and photo IDs during identity verification processes, in compliance with Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and Service Organization Control 2 (SOC 2) standards. This policy applies to all personnel, contractors, and third parties responsible for…