Any Komando.com reader knows that antivirus software is essential for your computer, but that’s not the only device you should be protecting. Smartphone cyberattacks are becoming increasingly common. Tap or click here for tips on shielding your iPhone and Android from the countless threats out there.
Cyberattacks of all kinds are on the rise and show no signs of slowing down. Numerous industries are being targeted all over the world, with some being hit much harder than others.
Who’s the most vulnerable? What can you do to protect yourself? Read on for everything you need to know.
Here’s the scary situation
According to a report from Check Point Research, global cyberattacks were up 38% in 2022 compared to 2021. That number is even higher for the U.S. alone, at 57% higher. Hackers are becoming more sophisticated — and more evasive, by breaking up into smaller groups to avoid getting caught.
Threat actors are also launching phishing campaigns involving collaboration tools like Slack, Teams, OneDrive and Google Drive, which are seeing increased use due to people still working remotely.
The pandemic has contributed to the rise in cyberattacks in other ways, too. As educational institutions hastily shifted to virtual classrooms, they inadvertently created new doorways for hackers. On top of that, the…
