ReasonLabs Cyberpedia

Behavioral detection is an important term in the world of cybersecurity and antivirus. It refers to a method used to identify, assess and prioritize the severity of potential threats based on typical patterns of behavior, rather...   Read More

A "browser hijacker" is a type of unwanted and harmful software or malware. The term refers to malicious programs designed specifically to modify a user's web browser settings without permission. Such malware action generally...   Read More

Behavior-based detection is a proactive approach that focuses on identifying malicious activities or tendencies within the operations of a computer or network system. The approach was developed as a more advanced and...   Read More

Botnet protection is an essential aspect of cybersecurity and plays a significant role in preventing and countering threats from botnets. But before discussing botnet protection, understanding what botnets are is crucial. A...   Read More

Browser protection, in the context of cybersecurity and antivirus mechanisms, is an additional layer of security intended to safeguard internet users from various Web-based threats. It is prevalent due to the increased use of the...   Read More

Buffer overflow protection is an important aspect of cybersecurity and antivirus software, aimed at preventing or minimizing the risk of buffer overflow attacks. In the terrain of cybersecurity, such protection is crucial as it...   Read More

Browser hijacking refers to interfacing with a web browser's controls, settings, or functions without user consent. Often facilitated by malicious software or potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), browser hijacking is a common...   Read More

Banking malware is a special type of cyber threat designed specifically to steal sensitive banking and financial information like login credentials from various online banking platforms. This cybercrime strategy is one of the...   Read More

Binary packing is a concept primarily used in the realm of cybersecurity and antivirus software to compress, encrypt, or modify a program’s binary code. This technique can carry both legitimate and malicious purposes, i.e., it...   Read More

Black hat hacking, an element with has increasingly started to dominate discussions among IT professionals and businesses. Emerging as a significant threat to not only large organizations but also to individual users, black hat...   Read More

In the context of cybersecurity and antivirus strategies, the term 'backup' refers to the process of copying and storing data or digital information in different storage mediums to prevent loss or damage. This practice is a vital...   Read More

Backup and restore refers to technologies and procedures involved in copying data in case of a loss and setting up systems that allow that data recovery due to data loss. The practice is critical for data recovery strategy....   Read More

Backup encryption is a critical topic in the field of cybersecurity and antivirus. It is a process that involves converting data into a code to prevent unauthorized access when backing up data. The purpose of backup encryption is...   Read More

Behavior-based analysis is a critical component of cybersecurity and antivirus methodologies aimed at identifying malicious activities and maintaining system security. Unlike traditional security procedures, which focus on the...   Read More

A browser extension, otherwise known as plugin, is a neat piece of software utility that augments, modifies and/or improves the browsing experience with additional or upgraded functionalities. These extensions can integrate...   Read More

"Bootleg Software" refers to unauthorized or illegal copies of software that are frequently sold or distributed without the knowledge or permission of the original manufacturer or copyright holder. Using or distributing bootleg...   Read More

Brand piracy, in the cybersecurity realm, refers to various actions where unauthorized entities imitate a genuine brand unfairly. This wrongful behavior is primarily carried out to exploit the reputation of an established brand...   Read More

Brand counterfeiting distinguishes itself as a prevalent issue affecting vonerabilities companies worldwide. While physically duping products like apparel, watches, or perfume has remained the dominant form of counterfeiting for...   Read More

Block cipher is a type of symmetric key cipher technique used broadly in Information Security for encrypting bulk data. It is defined as the method of taking plain text (input) in cryptology and transforming it into cipher text...   Read More

Blowfish is a symmetric key cryptographic algorithm, designed in 1993 by Bruce Schneier. It is widely used in the cybersecurity and antivirus landscape to ensure the protection and integrity of sensitive data. The name 'Blowfish'...   Read More