Bisma Farrukh

Bisma is an experienced cybersecurity writer and analyst at CyberAlertica, with over five years of expertise in digital privacy, data protection, and cyber threat intelligence. She delivers in-depth analysis on security incidents, data breaches, and best practices for safeguarding information in an evolving threat landscape. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new books and travel destinations.


coinbase hack
May 16, 2025 ,

Coinbase Data Breach Exposes Customer Info; Faces Up to $400M in Losses

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, which serves over 100 million users, has revealed it was the target of a sophisticated cyberattack involving ...See More

iClicker site hack
May 12, 2025 ,

iClicker Website Compromised in Malware Attack Using Fake CAPTCHA

iClicker, a subsidiary of Macmillan, is used by over 5,000 instructors and 7 million students at colleges across the U.S., ...See More

RansomwareLockBit Ransomware
May 12, 2025 ,

LockBit Ransomware Panel Hacked, Sensitive Operational Data Leaked

The compromise was discovered on May 7, when a domain linked to LockBit’s admin panel was defaced with a message ...See More

Firewall
May 9, 2025

What Is a Firewall? A Beginner’s Guide to Network Security

Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, business owner, or IT professional, understanding what a firewall is and how it functions is ...See More

wordpress plugin exploit
May 8, 2025 ,

Second Critical Vulnerability Found in OttoKit WordPress Plugin

Attackers are actively exploiting the bug to gain unauthorized access to vulnerable websites. OttoKit, previously known as SureTriggers, is an ...See More

what is phishing
May 5, 2025

What Is Phishing? How It Works, Examples, and Prevention Tips

In this blog post, we’ll break down what phishing is, how it works, the different types of phishing scams, and ...See More

what is cloud security
May 5, 2025

What Is Cloud Security? Importance, Components and Challenges

Cloud computing has revolutionized businesses’ operations, offering scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. However, with this shift comes a growing need for ...See More

how to use VPN on iPhone
May 5, 2025

How to Use a VPN on iPhone: A Comprehensive Guide

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) offers a robust solution by encrypting your internet connection, masking your IP address, and ensuring ...See More