Introduction

The new era of globalization, accompanied by rapid technological development, enables the fast transfer of information, ideas and innovations across the globe. This interconnected world allows for greater participation in the global economy, bringing a myriad of benefits to our everyday lives, but it also makes us increasingly vulnerable to the threats of new forms of cybercrime.

In this new domain, everyone can become a victim of cybercriminals, often without even being aware. The reasons for successful cyberattacks can be technical or human. If we strictly follow all the instructions that are available for securing cyberspace we can significantly decrease the attack surface on our systems and networks. However, what is harder ...

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