Types Of Cyber Security Attacks

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(01) Phishing Attack

Phishing attacks are the practice of sending fraudulent communications that appear to come from a reputable source. It is usually done through email.

(02) Dos/DDoS Attack

email, online banking, websites, or any other service relying on a targeted network or computer

(03) Vishing Attack

which involves defrauding people over the phone, enticing them to divulge sensitive information

(04) Viruses Attack 

Viruses and malware are programs that can attack computers, tablets, phones and other digital devices

(05) Malware Attack

FA malware attack is a common cyberattack where malware (normally malicious software) executes unauthorized actions on the victim’s system

(06) SQL Injection         Attack

The Contacts table has more information about the users, such as UserID, FirstName, LastName, Address1, Email, credit card number, and security code.

(07) Man-in-the-middle Attack

Attackers use packet capture tools to inspect packets at a low level

(08) Password Attacks

A password attack refers to any of the various methods used to maliciously authenticate into password-protected accounts.

(09) Brute Force Attack

An attack in which cybercriminals utilize trial-and-error tactics to decode passwords, PINs, and other forms of login data by leveraging automated software to test large quantities of possible combinations.”

(10) Spyware and Keyloggers

Spyware is malicious software that infects computers and other internet-connected devices and secretly records your browsing habits, the websites you visit, and your online purchases.