How to protect your site from hackers

Alex de Joode, security officer at global hosting provider LeaseWeb, explains why web designers should always be security conscious to combat internet threats.

Evidence is everywhere that the number of cybercriminals remains a serious issue, and internet ‘bad actors’ are making a substantial living from their illegal activities. While it’s true that many cyber criminals are focusing their efforts on individuals, other more dangerous gangs have set their sights much higher. These cybercriminals are targeting high-value businesses to steal closely-guarded intellectual property, log-in details, financial data and other sensitive information that resides within the confines of the ‘secure’ corporate network or web applications.

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