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Alina Georgiana Petcu

Product Marketing Manager

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Alina Georgiana Petcu is a Product Marketing Manager within Heimdal™ Security and her main interest lies in institutional cybersecurity. In her spare time, Alina is also an avid malware historian who loves nothing more than to untangle the intricate narratives behind the world's most infamous cyberattacks.

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Alina Georgiana Petcu's Recent Articles

Ransomware | INTERMEDIATE READ

Phobos Ransomware: Everything You Need to Know and More

Phobos Ransomware Emerged in December 2018. Here’s What You Need to Know About It.

Access Management | SLOW READ

Malicious Insider Explained: The Call is Coming from Inside the House

Malicious Insider Is a Specific Type of Insider Threat You Should Watch Out For. Here’s What You Need to Know About It.

Endpoint security | INTERMEDIATE READ

DNS Security 101: The Essentials You Need to Know to Keep Your Organization Safe

All you need to find out about DNS security. Ways to secure your company-owned DNS server.

Access Management | SLOW READ

Application Control 101: Definition, Features, Benefits, and Best Practices

Application Control Works in Tandem with Privileged Access Management. Here’s Everything You Need to Know About It.

How to | INTERMEDIATE READ

How to Clear DNS Cache on Windows, macOS, Linux & Browsers

The Complete Guide to Flushing DNS on Any Operating System and Browsers

Industry trends | INTERMEDIATE READ

Ransomware Payouts in Review: Highest Payments, Trends & Stats

What Were the Biggest Ransomware Payments of all Time? Trends, Stats, & More

All things Heimdal | QUICK READ

Heimdal™ Featured in High Performer Quadrant Across Several Categories in G2 Fall Reports 2022

After achieving niche status this summer, Heimdal™ is now recognized as a high performer by G2.

All things Heimdal | QUICK READ

The Heimdal® Threat Prevention Suite Advances Its DNS Security Capabilities with a World-First, Ground-Breaking New Feature

Heimdal’s industry-leading DNS security solution has been enhanced with two new features. Here’s everything you need to know about them.

Patch management | INTERMEDIATE READ

What Is a CVE? Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures Explained

Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures Are a Cybersecurity Standard. Here Is Everything You Need to Know About Them.

Cybersecurity Basics | INTERMEDIATE READ

What Is Data Leakage?

Best Practices on Data Leakage Prevention.

Cybersecurity Basics | INTERMEDIATE READ

What Is Data Loss Prevention and How You Can Approach DLP Security

DLP Security Ensures the Integrity of Your Company’s Data. Here’s What You Need to Know About It.

Cybersecurity Basics | INTERMEDIATE READ

Network Security 101 – Definition, Types, Threats, and More

Network Security Is a Multifaceted Process. Here’s Everything You Need to Know About It.

Cybersecurity Basics | INTERMEDIATE READ

SaaS Security Explained: Definition and Best Practices

Security of SaaS Should Be a Top Priority for Your Business. Do You Know How to Defend Your Assets?

Advanced malware researches | SLOW READ

Emotet Malware Over the Years: The History of an Infamous Cyber-Threat

What Is Emotet Malware and How Can You Stop It? Protecting Your Business from the Most Resilient Trojan Out There

Networking | INTERMEDIATE READ

10 Common Network Vulnerabilities and How to Prevent Them

From Exposed IoT Devices and Misconfigured Firewalls to Outdated Software.

Cybersecurity News | INTERMEDIATE READ

Enter the Heimdal™ Social Media Giveaway for a Chance to Win Holiday Goodies

Join the giveaway on Facebook and Instagram. Happy Holidays!

Access Management | SLOW READ

Application Whitelisting Concepts: Definition, Types, Implementation and Best Practices

Application Whitelisting Is a Fundamental Cybersecurity Practice. Learn How to Add It to Your Corporate Network.

Cybersecurity Basics | INTERMEDIATE READ

All You Need to Know About DNS Spoofing to Keep Your Organization Safe

What is DNS spoofing and how can you prevent it? Here’s what you need to know.

Cybersecurity News | QUICK READ

Heimdal™ Security Is a Finalist at the Computing Security Awards 2021 in Thirteen Categories

Here’s what we’ve been nominated for and how you can help. We couldn’t have done it without you!

All things Heimdal | QUICK READ

Heimdal™ and Sumillion Partner Up for Educational Cyberattack Prevention Webinar

Our Very Own Alan Case Hosted a Cyberattack Prevention Webinar for Sumillion. Find Out More About It Here!

All things Heimdal | QUICK READ

Heimdal™ Adds a New Product to Its Suite of Cybersecurity Solutions: Remote Desktop

Heimdal™ Remote Desktop Is the Newest Product in Our Cybersecurity Suite. Book a Demo Today!

All things Heimdal | QUICK READ

Heimdal™ Security Is a Finalist at the Network Computing Awards 2021 in Five Categories

Here’s what we’ve been nominated for and how you can help. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Access Management | QUICK READ

Heimdal™ Releases New Zero-Trust Feature for Application Control, Privileged Access Management, and Next-Gen Endpoint Antivirus

A new functionality has been added to three staple Heimdal™ modules. Here’s what you need to know about it.

How to | SLOW READ

How to Enhance Your Home Wireless Network Security

A step-by-step guide to secure your Wi-Fi Router and connected devices.

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