1.4 How to find out about emerging attack techniques and how to  recognise THem

These are clues that a spy might have left behind, like footprints near your secret base or a dropped gadget. In the digital world, these could be signs of unusual activity on a computer or network, like strange messages or files appearing where they shouldn't be.

Imagine there are secret underground tunnels where spies exchange information away from the public eye. The deep web is like those tunnels for cyber criminals, where they share tools and tricks without being seen by search engines like Google.

This is an even more hidden part of the internet, like a secret spy market where stolen information and hacking tools are bought and sold. Cyber security professionals sneak into these markets to see what the spies are trading.

Spies might use secret radios or code messages to talk to each other. Similarly, cyber criminals use special chat rooms or messaging apps to plan their attacks. By listening in, cyber detectives can learn about potential threats.

Sometimes, spies might accidentally give away their plans by talking too loudly in a café. On the internet, cyber criminals or their associates might reveal useful information on social media platforms, which can be clues for cyber security professionals.

This is like examining a spy gadget to see how it works and how to stop it. By studying malicious software, cyber experts can learn how to defend against it.

Big events, like elections, can attract spies. Similarly, cyber attacks might target specific countries or organizations during important times. Keeping an eye on global events helps predict who might be attacked next.

These are like catalogs of secret entrances that spies could use to sneak into your base. They list software weaknesses that criminals could use to break into systems. Knowing these helps cyber professionals fix these weak spots.

Imagine a bulletin board where people can leave notes for each other. Some of these boards are used by spies to share secrets. Paste sites are digital versions where hackers might leak stolen information or plans.