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Cybersecurity Threats

A broad collection of content covering the full landscape of cybersecurity threats facing individuals and organizations today. Topics range from malware, ransomware, and phishing to advanced persistent threats, zero-day exploits, and emerging attack vectors. Stay informed about the latest threat intelligence and defensive strategies.

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Supply Chain Attacks

Supply Chain Attack Examples That Changed Cybersecurity

In December 2020, security firm FireEye discovered that a routine software update from SolarWinds had been weaponized to infiltrate roughly 18,000 organizations — including the U.S. Treasury, the Department of Homeland Security, and multiple Fortune 500 companies. The attackers didn't kick down the front door. They walked

Carl B. Johnson Sep 07, 2020 7 min read
Tailgating Attack

Tailgating Attack Cybersecurity: Stop the Walk-In Breach

In 2019, a penetration tester hired by the state of Iowa walked into a locked courthouse after hours by simply following an employee through a secure door. He was arrested — even though the state had authorized the test. The incident made national headlines and exposed a painful truth: your firewalls,

Carl B. Johnson Sep 01, 2019 7 min read