What is threat examples?

1. Phishing: It is a type of cyber attack where attackers send fraudulent emails to obtain sensitive information like passwords, bank account details, and credit card information. The goal of phishing is to trick people into clicking on a malicious link or sharing their personal data.

2. Ransomware: It is a form of malware that encrypts the victim’s files, rendering them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Hackers request the victim to pay a fee in exchange for the decryption key. An example of ransomware is the WannaCry attack that affected over 200,000 computers in 150 countries in May 2017.

3. DDoS attacks: Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks involve overwhelming a server, network, or website with traffic to make it unavailable to users. It is done by simultaneously flooding the targeted network infrastructure with traffic from multiple sources. DDoS attacks can cause major financial losses and can also impact national security.

4. Malware: Malware is short for malicious software, designed to damage, disrupt, or take control over a computer system. Examples of malware include viruses, worms, Trojans, and spyware. The impact of malware can range from stealing sensitive data to rendering a system inoperable.

5. Insider threats: It is a security risk posed by an organization's own employees or contractors. Insider threats may intentionally or unintentionally misuse access to sensitive company data. It poses a significant threat to businesses, particularly in regulated industries, like healthcare, finance, and government.