Cybersecurity 101

In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is essential. At WatchGuard, we break down key cybersecurity topics with clear explanations, practical examples, and proven best practices. Whether you want to learn about network security, endpoint protection, identity management, or cyber threats—start your journey with Cybersecurity 101.

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Remote Access Trojan (RAT)

A type of malware that grants an attacker covert, administrative-level control over an infected device from a remote location. Acts as backdoors that allow threat actors to maintain persistence on a victim's computer and potentially load other malware or run malicious commands.