COVID-19 and online security threats
Thu, 06 May 2021
Cybercriminals are targeting individuals, companies, and even global organizations’ computer networks and systems at a time when cyber defenses could be lowered as a result of shifting attention to the health crisis.
Types of cyberattacks
Malicious domains:
The Internet includes a large number of registered domains containing the words coronavirus, corona-virus, covid19, and COVID-19. Although some are legitimate websites, cyber criminals build thousands of new sites each day to perform spam campaigns, phishing, or spread malware.
Malware:
Cybercriminals exploit the widespread global coronavirus communications to mask their activities. Malware, spyware, and Trojans were found embedded in maps and websites of interactive coronaviruses. Often, spam emails trick users to click links that download malware to their computers or mobile devices.
Ransomware:
Hospitals, medical centers, and public institutions are being targeted for ransomware attacks by cybercriminals because they are overwhelmed by the health crisis and can’t afford to be locked out of their systems; criminals believe they’re likely to pay the ransom. The ransomware can enter their systems by emailing infected links or attachments, compromising employee credentials, or by exploiting system vulnerability.
Recommendations and prevention tips
With an increasing number of countries encouraging people to visit, study, or work from home, now is the time to concentrate on cybersecurity, whether it’s for yourself or your place of work.
Keep your information safe
Back up all your important files, and store them independently from your system like in the cloud, on an external drive
Always verify you are on a company’s legitimate website before entering login details or sensitive information
Check your software and systems
Ensure you have the latest anti-virus software installed on your computer and mobile devices
Secure email gateways to thwart threats via spam
Strengthen your home network
Secure system administrations vulnerabilities that attackers could abuse
Disable third-party or outdated components that could be used as entry points
Download mobile applications or any other software from trusted platforms only
Perform regular health scans on your computers or mobile devices
Be vigilant
Regularly check and update the privacy settings on your social media accounts
Update your passwords and ensure they strong
Do not click on links or open attachments in emails which you were not expecting to receive, or come from an unknown sender
Stay Safe and Stay Healthy!!!
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