According to the Chinese zodiac, 2020 is the year of the rat. The first of the astrological animals, the cycle of 12 has begun again, and similarly, this year is associated with the opportunity for new beginnings. However, from a technological perspective, it seems that 2020 is also the year of the RAT (Remote Access Trojan), an opportunity for cybercriminals to visit chaos upon our lives all over again. This year is likely to see a deeper integration of technology into more aspects of our lives. Between objects in the Internet of Things becoming more affordable to 5G networks beginning to establish a presence in our communities, there are certainly interesting areas to explore. But this also means that there is greater scope for unscrupulous actors to introduce malware, ransomware, and other attacks to our systems. So what can we expect from cybersecurity in 2020? What are the potential areas of vulnerability, and how can we best address them? In a year that is intended to be one of new beginnings, how can we avoid falling at the first hurdle? The ThreatsLet’s cut to the chase — what are the primary cybersecurity threats we’re facing this year? Well, the ...
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