23/06/2025
Eight (8) types of Cyber Attack that happens everyday on social media. No. 8 happen mostly on people birthday
1. Man-in-the-Middle (MitM):
In a MitM attack, the attacker intercepts and manipulates communication between two parties without their knowledge. The attacker sits between the original sender and receiver, potentially altering messages or stealing data
2. Ransomware:
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom payment for their release. A user might be infected through a compromised pen drive or other means. The attacker then locks the user's data and makes a ransom demand to unlock it.
3. Denial-of-Service (DoS):
DoS attacks aim to disrupt normal network or system operations by overwhelming them with traffic. A hacker uses a bot to flood a target server with requests, making it unavailable to legitimate users.
4. SQL Injection:
This attack exploits vulnerabilities in database queries to gain unauthorized access to or manipulate data within a database. The hacker injects malicious SQL code into a web application, which is then executed on the database server.
5. Cross-Site Scripting (XSS):
XSS attacks involve injecting malicious scripts into websites that are then executed by other users who visit the site. The injected script can steal user data, redirect users to malicious sites, or modify the website's content.
6. Zero-Day Exploits:
These attacks exploit vulnerabilities in software that are unknown to the software vendor, meaning there are no available patches or defenses. The hacker discovers the flaw and launches an attack before developers can create a fix.
7. DNS Spoofing:
This attack redirects DNS (Domain Name System) queries to malicious websites, potentially leading users to phishing sites or other harmful destinations. The hacker manipulates the DNS records to redirect traffic.
8. Phishing:
This attack involves deceptive emails, messages, or websites designed to trick users into revealing sensitive information like usernames, passwords, or credit card details. A hacker sends a phishing link, a user opens it, and the hacker then collects and uses the credentials.