Most Common Cybersecurity Threats and the Ways to Avoid Them
In today's digital age, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. With more and more devices and sensitive information being stored online, the risk of cyber attacks and data breaches is higher than ever. Here are some of the most popular cybersecurity threats that you should be aware of:


• Ransomware: This is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption key.

• Phishing: This is a type of social engineering attack where an attacker tries to trick the victim into giving up sensitive information, such as passwords or credit card numbers, by posing as a trustworthy entity.

• Malware: Malware refers to any software that is intentionally designed to cause harm to a computer or network. This can include viruses, trojans, and spyware.

• DDoS attacks: A Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack is when multiple computers flood a network or website with traffic, causing it to crash or become unavailable.

• SQL injection: This is a type of attack where an attacker injects malicious code into a vulnerable database, allowing them to steal sensitive information or take control of the database.

• Cross-Site Scripting (XSS): This type of attack involves injecting malicious code into a website, allowing the attacker to steal sensitive information from visitors to the site.

• Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks: This type of attack occurs when an attacker intercepts and eavesdrops on communication between two parties, potentially stealing sensitive information or modifying the communication.

• Password attacks: This includes brute force attacks, where an attacker tries every possible combination of characters to guess a password, and dictionary attacks, where an attacker uses a list of commonly used passwords to try and gain access to an account.

• Zero-Day Exploits: A zero-day exploit is a type of attack that takes advantage of a previously unknown vulnerability in a piece of software or operating system. These types of attacks can be particularly devastating, as there may be no known defense against them.


These are just a few examples of the many cybersecurity threats that exist. It's important to stay informed and take steps to protect yourself and your sensitive information.

Why You Need a Next Generation Firewall
A firewall is a crucial component of any network security system. It acts as a barrier between your network and the outside world, controlling what traffic is allowed in and out. A next generation firewall (NGFW) takes this a step further by incorporating advanced features and technologies, such as intrusion prevention, application control, and threat intelligence.
Here are some of the key benefits of using a NGFW:
• Advanced Threat Protection: NGFWs use sophisticated algorithms and threat intelligence to detect and block even the most advanced threats.
• Application Control: NGFWs can control what applications are allowed to run on your network, reducing the risk of malware or malicious traffic.
• Improved Visibility: NGFWs provide detailed information about network traffic and usage, giving you a better understanding of what's happening on your network.
• Simplified Management: NGFWs often have a centralized management interface, making it easier to monitor and manage network security.
• Enhanced Performance: NGFWs are designed to handle high-bandwidth traffic, providing better performance and faster speeds compared to traditional firewalls.

Selecta Networks: Cost Effective Network Security for Small and Medium Business
Selecta Networks offers comprehensive network perimeter protection with its six main modules: Firewall, Application Control, Intrusion Prevention System, Content Filter, Web Traffic Antivirus, and Traffic Shaping. Here are the main benefits of Selecta Networks making it the first and the perfect choice for any business.

• Easy to install and configure, Selecta Networks can be up and running in just 30 minutes and works out of the box.

• Selecta Networks doesn’t require any additional hardware: it can either be configured as a virtual appliance or installed on the hardware already available.

• Selecta Networks’ intuitive interface allows for centralized management of all aspects of network security.

• Premium 24/7 support with direct access to the technical support team is available through the product interface, with a typical response time of under 3 minutes. This direct access eliminates the risk of misconfiguration and potential security flaws and makes network security accessible for businesses of all sizes, regardless of available time and resources.

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