Understanding the common types of cyber attacks is essential for effective risk management. Some prevalent types include:
- Phishing Attacks: Deceptive emails that trick employees into revealing sensitive information. - Ransomware: Malicious software that encrypts files and demands payment for their release. - DDoS Attacks: Distributed Denial of Service attacks overwhelm servers, causing downtime. - Malware: Malicious software designed to damage or disrupt systems. - Man-in-the-Middle Attacks: Intercepting and altering communications between two parties.