Due to increased dependence on technology, cyberattacks are a constant concern in today's digital environment. They can harm individuals, corporations, and governments financially and reputationally. Therefore, it is critically vital to be aware of cyberattacks so that individuals and organizations can implement adequate cybersecurity measures to secure sensitive information, systems, and networks. This article provides an overview of cyberattack trends in 2023. We will start with the introduction of a cyberattack.

What is a cyberattack?

A cyberattack is a malicious or unauthorized attempt to exploit vulnerabilities in systems, networks, or digital devices with the intention of disrupting, damaging, gaining unauthorized access to, or stealing information from them. It can be carried out by organized groups or individuals with malicious intent, such as cybercriminals, hackers, insider threats, or hacktivists.

Top trending cyberattacks of 2023:

Below is a list of the recent cyberattacks in the world in 2023.

1. Phishing attack: A cyberattack where an attacker impersonates a trustworthy entity to trick someone into revealing sensitive information through deceptive emails, text messages, or other communication methods that appear legitimate.
2. Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attack: A cyberattack where an attacker intercepts communication between two parties without their knowledge or consent, allowing them to eavesdrop, modify, or inject malicious content, posing as a legitimate intermediary.
3. Internet of Things (IoT) attack: A cyberattack where an attacker exploits the vulnerabilities of connected devices, such as home devices or industrial sensors, to gain unauthorized access, disrupt operations, steal data, or cause other malicious activities.
4. Password attack: A cyberattack where an attacker attempts to attain unauthorized access to a device, system, or account by exploiting weaknesses in passwords.
5. Malware attack: A cyberattack where malicious software, known as malware, is introduced into a system or device intending to disrupt, damage, gain unauthorized access, or steal information.
6. Zero-day exploit: Zero-day exploit, also known as zero-day vulnerability or zero-day attack, targets the software vulnerability, leaving no time for a patch or fix. It allows attackers to exploit the vulnerability before it is discovered and patched.
7. Distributed-Denial-of-Service (DDoS): A cyberattack where multiple systems or devices are used to overwhelm a target system or network with excessive traffic requests, rendering it unavailable to legitimate users.
8. Cryptojacking: A cyberattack where an attacker hijacks the computing resources of a target's system, such as a computer, server, or mobile device, to mine cryptocurrency with the target's knowledge or consent.
9. SQL Injections: A cyberattack where an attacker exploits vulnerabilities in a web application's database query process to inject malicious code and gain unauthorized access or manipulate data.
10. Rootkits: A cyberattack where malicious software, known as a rootkit, is installed on a target's system to gain unauthorized access and maintain control over the system at the highest privilege level.
11. Watering hole: A cyberattack where an attacker compromises a trusted website or online platform that a group of users or organizations regularly visit to infect those visitors' devices with malware.
12. Insider threats: A cyberattack that originates from within an organization, typically perpetrated by an employee, contractor, or other trusted entity who has authorized access to the organization's systems, networks, or data.

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