What is Typosquatting? Typosquatting – sometimes referred to as URL hijacking – is a form of cybersquatting where bad actors register domains that are intentionally similar to legitimate websites. These…
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Glossary of Cybersecurity Terms
Keeping up with the constant influx of new cybersecurity terminology can be difficult. However, Bolster is here to help. Our glossary provides clear definitions for the latest important terms used in the cybersecurity and information security industry that you should be familiar with.
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What is a Phishing Bot?
A phishing bot is an automated tool that mimics legitimate entities – such as banks, social media platforms, or customer support representatives – to trick users into revealing sensitive data…
Smishing Tools
Smishing tools refer to the software, services, and techniques cybercriminals use to execute SMS phishing (smishing) attacks, such as fraudulent text messages designed to steal personal information, financial data, or…
Remote Access Trojan
A Remote Access Trojan (RAT) is a type of malware that allows cybercriminals to take complete control of a victim’s device remotely, typically without their knowledge. These tools enable attackers…
Info Stealer
An info stealer is a type of malicious software (malware) designed to extract sensitive information from infected devices. Common targets include login credentials, credit card numbers, banking information, and personal…
AI SOC (Artificial Intelligence Security Operations Center)
An AI SOC (Artificial Intelligence Security Operations Center) integrates advanced AI-driven technologies with human expertise to provide a robust defense against cyber threats. By leveraging real-time threat analysis, an AI…
What is Cracked Software?
Cracked software refers to applications that have been tampered with to bypass licensing restrictions or activation requirements. Using cracked software exposes users to significant risks, including cybersecurity threats, legal consequences,…
Real-Time Threat Analysis
Security threats facing organizations are more complex than ever, with cyber threats evolving beyond simple phishing emails and virus-laden attachments. Attackers now use sophisticated tactics like spear-phishing, ransomware, and social…
What is Threat Triage?
Imagine it’s 2AM, and your company’s security operations center (SOC) is suddenly bombarded with hundreds of alerts: potential phishing emails, flagged URLs, suspicious logins from overseas, and an unusual spike…
What is a Graymail Strategy?
While most companies are vigilant about spam and phishing attacks, there’s another category of emails that often flies under the radar—graymail. Although not inherently malicious, graymail strategy is needed to…
