Author: cyberknight
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Artificial Neural Networks
Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) are computational models inspired by the structure and functioning of biological neural networks, particularly the human brain. They are a subset of machine learning algorithms designed to recognize patterns, make decisions, and learn from data. ANNs consist of interconnected nodes, or artificial neurons, organized into layers. The three main types of…
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ISO 22301
ISO 22301 is an international standard that specifies the requirements for establishing and maintaining a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS). A BCMS is a systematic approach to managing an organization’s ability to continue its critical business functions in the face of disruptions or incidents, whether those are caused by natural disasters, technological failures, human error,…
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ISO/IEC 27000 family
The ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards, also known as the ISO/IEC 27000 series, is a comprehensive set of international standards and guidelines for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and related practices. These standards are developed and published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The family of standards is…
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ISO/IEC 27001
ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard that provides a systematic and well-defined framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The ISMS is a set of policies, procedures, and practices that an organization uses to manage and protect its sensitive information. Here’s a detailed explanation of the key principles…
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Rapid Reset vulnerability (CVE-2023-44487)
Rapid Reset, the zero-day vulnerability in the HTTP/2 protocol that was exploited, starting on August 2023, to launch the largest DDoS attack ever with 398 million requests per second. (see CISA Alert and CVE-2023-44487 for details)
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SAFE
SAFE, which stands for “Simple Agreement for Future Equity”, is a type of financial instrument used in startup funding rounds, particularly in early-stage investments. It’s designed to provide a simplified and flexible way for startups to raise capital without immediately issuing equity shares. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of using a SAFE for a…
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RaaS
RaaS, short for “Ransomware as a Service”, is a malicious cyber service model where cybercriminals offer ransomware to other criminal individuals or groups as a service. In this model, the creators of the ransomware provide the ransomware code, infrastructure, and sometimes support to other malicious actors, known as “affiliates” or “customers”, who then deploy and…
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Cyber Defense
Cyber defense encompasses a wide range of strategies, techniques, and technologies aimed at protecting computer systems, networks, data, and digital assets from cyber threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities. These defenses work collectively to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital resources. Here is an accurate definition of key aspects of cyber defense: Cyber Defense Strategies:…
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Machine learning
Machine learning is a subfield of artificial intelligence (AI) that focuses on the development of algorithms and statistical models that enable computer systems to improve their performance on a specific task through learning from data, without being explicitly programmed. It is a powerful and versatile approach to solving complex problems and making predictions or decisions…
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Polymorphic malware
Polymorphic malware refers to a type of malicious software that can change its code or appearance every time it infects a new system or device. The primary purpose of polymorphic malware is to evade detection by traditional antivirus and security software. Here’s how polymorphic malware works: Polymorphic malware is a significant challenge for cybersecurity professionals…
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GAN
A Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) is a class of machine learning models used in artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning for generative tasks. GANs were introduced by Ian Goodfellow and his colleagues in 2014. They are designed to generate new data that is similar to a given dataset, often producing highly realistic and creative output,…
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Vishing
Vishing, short for “voice phishing”, is a type of social engineering attack that involves using voice communication, typically over the phone or through VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), to trick individuals or organizations into revealing sensitive information or taking specific actions. Vishing attacks often aim to steal personal, financial, or confidential information, such as credit…