Technology Journalist

Uncovering the stories behind cybersecurity & tech

I'm Zak Islam, a technology journalist at Digital Trends covering cybersecurity threats, hacking news, malware analysis, and the latest developments in computing hardware.

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Zak Islam

Zak Islam

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Cybersecurity
Tech News
100+

Articles Published

Digital Trends

Featured Publication

5+

Years Experience

1M+

Readers Reached

About Me

As a technology journalist, I specialize in making complex cybersecurity topics accessible to everyday readers. My work at Digital Trends focuses on investigating the latest threats, from DDoS attacks and ransomware campaigns to sophisticated phishing schemes and malware outbreaks.

I believe that understanding digital security shouldn't require a computer science degree. My mission is to keep readers informed about the threats that matter most, while providing practical advice on how to protect themselves online.

Beyond security, I cover hardware news, GPU market trends, and provide how-to guides that help people get the most out of their technology.

Security Analysis

Breaking down complex threats into understandable insights

Investigative

Deep dives into emerging cybersecurity stories

How-To Guides

Practical tutorials for everyday tech users

Hardware News

GPU markets, pricing trends, and tech developments

Areas of Expertise

My reporting covers the intersection of technology, security, and consumer protection

Malware & Threats

Covering the latest malware campaigns, from browser extension exploits to motherboard-level infections that evade detection.

  • Ransomware analysis
  • Phishing campaigns
  • Zero-day exploits

DDoS & Infrastructure

Reporting on record-breaking attacks and the evolving landscape of distributed denial-of-service threats.

  • Record-breaking attacks
  • Cloud security
  • Government breaches

Crypto & Financial

Tracking state-sponsored hackers and cybercriminals targeting cryptocurrency exchanges and financial platforms.

  • North Korean hackers
  • Exchange security
  • Financial scams

Featured Work

A selection of notable articles from my cybersecurity and technology coverage

Security Aug 2022

Google Thwarted the Largest HTTPS DDoS Attack in History

Google confirmed one of its cloud customers was targeted with the largest HTTPS DDoS attack ever reported.
Malware Aug 2022

Hackers Hiding Secrets in James Webb Telescope Images

Space images from the James Webb telescope are being used by hackers to hide and distribute malware.
Hacking Aug 2022

Starlink Satellites Hacked by $25 Homemade Device

A $25 hacking tool that can breach Starlink's internet terminals was revealed by a security researcher.
Malware Jul 2022

Motherboard Malware Almost Impossible to Remove

Researchers discovered malware secretly infecting ASUS and Gigabyte motherboards for at least six years.
Crypto Aug 2022

North Korean Hackers Targeting Crypto Workers

Hackers associated with North Korea's Lazarus group attempted a digital heist targeting deBridge Finance.
Research Jul 2022

Hackers Exploit New Vulnerabilities in 15 Minutes

Hackers now move faster than ever when scanning vulnerability announcements from software vendors.
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