{"id":2687,"date":"2025-04-07T08:32:35","date_gmt":"2025-04-07T06:32:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/?p=2687"},"modified":"2025-04-07T10:06:41","modified_gmt":"2025-04-07T08:06:41","slug":"common-types-of-cyberattacks-part-ii","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/en\/common-types-of-cyberattacks-part-ii\/","title":{"rendered":"Common Types of Cyberattacks – Part II."},"content":{"rendered":"
Computer security is a fundamental pillar for companies and individuals. Technological advances have facilitated the digitization of many processes but have also <\/span>opened the door to new risks.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Knowing the <\/span>most common types of cyberattacks<\/span><\/b> is key to preventing them and minimizing their consequences. This is not only about protecting personal data but also about preventing companies and institutions from suffering attacks that could affect their operations and reputation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Advanced surveillance and security management tools are essential to dealing with these threats. In this sense,\u00a0Kartos<\/strong> offers\u00a0a solution specialized in <\/span>Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM).<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We\u00a0<\/span>monitor and analyze<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0vulnerabilities, detecting information leaks and security breaches before cybercriminals can exploit them.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n We call a cyberattack any <\/span>type of offensive maneuver used by individuals or entire organizations<\/span><\/b>\u00a0that targets computer systems, infrastructures, computer networks, and\/or personal computer devices.<\/strong> These attacks attempt to hack into a system through one or more digital acts, usually originating from an anonymous source,\u00a0<\/span>to steal, alter, or destroy a specific target.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There are different <\/span>types of cyberattacks<\/span><\/b>, which can be classified according to their method of attack or the purpose they pursue. Below, we explain the most frequent and dangerous ones.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This attack has become one of the most devastating threats in recent years. Ransomware <\/span>encrypts files on a device or an entire network<\/span><\/b>\u00a0and<\/strong> demands<\/span>\u00a0payment to restore access.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Victims often <\/span>receive threatening messages stating that if they do not pay the ransom within a specific time, they will lose their data forever.<\/span><\/b> However, paying does not guarantee the recovery of the information and, in addition, finances the attackers to continue operating.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Phishing <\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Malware is any type of software that intentionally performs malicious actions on a system without the user’s knowledge<\/strong>. Viruses, worms, and Trojan horses are different types of malware.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Within malware, we find several categories:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Malware can <\/span>compromise everything from individual computers to large business networks, causing financial losses and operational problems.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Phishing is a method of <\/span>social engineering<\/span><\/a> in which <\/span>attackers impersonate legitimate entities <\/span><\/b>(banks, businesses, or online services) to trick victims into obtaining sensitive information.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Phishing emails often include links to fake web pages that mimic the real thing. When the victim enters their data, cybercriminals steal it and use it to access bank accounts, emails, or corporate networks.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Phishing attacks have evolved<\/span>, and there are now more sophisticated variants, such as\u00a0spear phishing<\/a>, which is aimed at specific targets within a company, and\u00a0whaling,<\/a>\u00a0which is <\/strong><\/span>focused on managers and senior managers<\/span><\/b>. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If you want to learn more about this cyberattack, access our post\u2192 <\/span>Phishing: what it is and how many types there are.<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) <\/span>attacks<\/span><\/b> seek to overload a website or online service’s servers by sending a massive volume of fake traffic. As a result, the servers stop working correctly, preventing access to legitimate users.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n These attacks can be used to <\/span>extort money from companies<\/span><\/b>, causing economic losses and damaging the reputation of the affected company.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Spyware is spyware <\/span>installed on a device without the user’s knowledge.<\/span><\/b> It aims to collect private information, such as browsing habits, passwords, or banking details.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Some spyware records everything the user types on their computer, <\/span>making it easier to steal credentials. <\/span><\/b>Others take screenshots or activate cameras and microphones without authorization.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Botnets are <\/span>networks of infected devices that cybercriminals use to carry out massive attacks. <\/span><\/b>These devices, called bots, can be personal computers, servers, or IoT (Internet of Things) devices, such as security cameras or smart appliances.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Botnets allow attackers to <\/span>automate spamming, distribute malware, conduct DDoS attacks, or mine cryptocurrencies<\/span><\/b> without the knowledge of the owners of the infected devices.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In this attack, the <\/span>cybercriminal intercepts communication between two parties to spy, manipulate, or steal information.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n These attacks often occur on i<\/span>nsecure public Wi-Fi networks<\/span><\/b>, where attackers can capture sensitive data, such as bank account access credentials or emails.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Companies should have an <\/span>advanced cyber surveillance solution that allows detecting and mitigating threats before they materialize.<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Kartos<\/span><\/a>, developed by <\/span>Enthec<\/span><\/a>, is a <\/span>Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) platform designed to monitor and protect organizations.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Kartos scours all three layers of the web for vulnerabilities and breaches of corporate information, allowing companies to take preventative measures before an attack occurs. Its advanced technology provides a <\/span>complete view of an organization’s level of exposure, <\/span><\/b>reducing the risk of cyberattacks. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nWhat is a cyberattack, and how many types are there?<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Main types of cyberattacks<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n
Ransomware<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Malware<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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Phishing <\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Spyware<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Botnet<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Man-in-the-Middle (MitM)<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
Protect your business with Kartos <\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n