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What is Cookie Tossing?
The purpose of this guide is to explain what cookie tossing is, how it works, provide an example demonstrating the attack, and outline preventive measures to mitigate its risks in cybersecurity. What is Cookie Tossing? Cookie tossing is a cyberattack technique that exploits vulnerabilities in the way cookies work within a domain and its subdomains…
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Magecart Attack: Types, Examples and Prevention
This guide provides an overview of the Magecart attack, including its types, how it works, real-world examples, and prevention methods in cyber security. What is Magecart? Magecart is a term used to describe a variety of cybercriminal groups that specialize in stealing digital credit cards by skimming data during online transactions. The name “Magecart” originates…
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Whitelist vs Blacklist Approach in Cyber Security
In this comprehensive comparison of whitelist vs blacklist approaches we will explore the key differences between them on various aspects of cyber security. What is Whitelisting? Whitelisting is a security approach where only approved entities (such as software, email addresses, users, or IP addresses) are granted access or permission to operate within a system. Anything…
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POODLE Attack: Exploiting SSL/TLS Protocol Vulnerability
This guide explains what the POODLE attack is, how it exploits vulnerabilities in the implementation of SSL and TLS protocols, and best practices for its prevention and mitigation in cybersecurity. What is the POODLE Attack? The POODLE (Padding Oracle on Downgraded Legacy Encryption) attack is a security vulnerability that targets the SSL and TLS protocols,…
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What is Tiny Banker Trojan (Tinba)?
This guide provides a thorough understanding of what the Tiny Banker Trojan is, how it spreads and infects systems, its operating mechanisms and effective methods of removal and prevention. What is Tiny Banker Trojan? The “Tiny Banker Trojan,” also known as Tinba, is a type of malware specifically designed to steal financial information, such as…
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Understanding SAST and DAST with Differences and Tools
In this guide, we’ll explain what SAST and DAST are, explore the differences between them, and provide information about popular SAST and DAST tools. What are SAST and DAST? SAST and DAST are methods used to identify security vulnerabilities in software applications. They are part of a broader suite of security testing strategies employed to…
