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What Is Cyber Security and why should I even care?
What Is Cyber Security and why should I even care?
Cybersecurity is basically the digital version of your diary … except instead of your annoying brother trying to guess your hiding spot, its people trying to obtain your passwords, emails, and personal information. For this assignment, I looked at real recent cybersecurity incidents to understand how cyber attacks actually happen in everyday life. One thing I quickly realized is that many cyber attacks are not just about technology, they are about psychology. Hackers often rely on human mistakes, urgency, or trust to gain access to information. The following articles show how both large companies and regular people can become targets, which makes cybersecurity something everyone should understand
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Rockstar Games data breach shows companies are still getting hacked
Rockstar Games data breach shows companies are still getting hacked
Imagine waiting years for one of the biggest video games ever… and hackers decide to break in early. Rockstar Games, the company behind Grand Theft Auto VI, was targeted by a hacker group called ShinyHunters who threatened to release stolen company data unless a ransom was paid. The hackers accessed information through a third-party system, showing how even big companies can be vulnerable if one part of their security is weak. Even though Rockstar said player data was not affected, the attack still caused concern because confidential company information was exposed. Situations like this show how even big companies fall victim and need strong cybersecurity systems and why sensitive data must always be protected.
Source Evaluation
Source Evaluation
Who published the content? Keza MacDonald and Dan Milmo
Who published the content? Keza MacDonald and Dan Milmo
Where was it published? The Guardian News US
When was it published? April 13, 2026.
Accuracy (truthfulness of information)? The article includes statements from Rockstar Games and details about the hacker group responsible, which makes the information credible.
Purpose and Objectivity? The purpose of the article is to inform readers about a recent cyber-attack affecting a major gaming company. The article presents factual information without strong bias.
Links and Citations: The article references the hacker group ShinyHunters and explains how the breach occurred through a third-party system.
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It Can Happen To Anyone.
It Can Happen To Anyone.
While the Rockstar breach shows how companies can be targeted through technical vulnerabilities, the next article demonstrates a different but equally concerning cybersecurity threat. Instead of hacking systems directly, some attackers manipulate people by pretending to be someone they trust. This method, known as social engineering, shows that sometimes the biggest security risk is human trust.
Don't Let Artificial Intelligence Corrupt Your Actual Intelligence
Don't Let Artificial Intelligence Corrupt Your Actual Intelligence
Scammers are now using AI to literally pretend to be people you know… which is honestly terrifying. Criminals can clone voices from social media videos and use them to call victims pretending to be family members, bosses, or even government officials. These scams often create urgency, like pretending a loved one is in danger, to pressure people into sending money or sharing personal information quickly. Because the voices sound realistic and messages sound natural, it is becoming harder to tell what is real and what is fake. Experts recommend always verifying emergencies directly with the person and never sending sensitive information just because someone sounds convincing. Basically… just because it sounds like your mom doesn’t mean it’s actually your mom.
Who published the content? Brittany Brown and Vikki Velasquez journalist at Investopedia
Where was it published? Investopedia website.
When was it published? April 13, 2026.
Accuracy (truthfulness of information) The article explains how AI voice cloning and deepfake technology are used in real scams and includes prevention advice from experts.
Purpose and Objectivity The purpose of the article is to educate readers about new types of scams using artificial intelligence and help people recognize warning signs.
Links and Citations The article includes examples of impersonation scams and explains how AI can be used to create realistic fake voices and messages.
Cyber Security Training Outcome
Cyber Security Training Outcome
Upon completing this training i found a few tips I wanna share so you too could be equipped to handle potential attacks.
How Can i Prevent This?
How Can i Prevent This?
💚Strong Passwords: " Name123! " Is not a strong password (yes even after adding the !) think bigger.
💚 Hackers dont only hack computers: they hack accounts, phones, cameras and even our emotions to manipulate and get sensitive infomation.
💚Think before you Link: Verify before reply. not all links are from a reputable safe source.
💚Dont fake familiarity: Just because it looks like mom is calling/texting dont always mean its mom
💚 Know the red flags: Urgency in response, unexpected messages, requesting personal info, Bad Grammer, Weird unfammiliar URLs.
What Did I Learn?
What Did I Learn?
No method is 100% fullproof against cyber attack but it all boils down to how we can always stay alert and cautious when using the web. Through both the articles and the cybersecurity training, I learned that cyber threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated. I previously thought cyber attacks mostly involved hacking computers, but I now understand that many attacks rely on manipulating people through fear, urgency, or trust. Learning about phishing, ransomware, and social engineering helped me better understand how easily personal information can be exposed if people are not cautious. This training reinforced the importance of strong passwords, verifying suspicious communication, and being mindful of my digital footprint.
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