Security Affairs

AUGUST 16, 2023

A phishing campaign employing QR codes targeted a leading energy company in the US, cybersecurity firm Cofense reported. “Beginning in May 2023, Cofense has observed a large phishing campaign utilizing QR codes targeting the Microsoft credentials of users from a wide array of industries.”

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 23, 2025

Based on data from more than 30,000 security incidents and more than 10,000 confirmed breaches, this year's report reveals a threat landscape where speed, simplicity, and stolen credentials dominate. Phishing accounted for nearly 25% of all breaches. The median time to click was just 21 minutes. Speed matters. "The

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Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2022

The hacker conducted a phishing attack, they set up a phishing site that impersonated the official BAYC site claiming that BAYC, MAYC and OthersideMeta holders were able to claim a free NFT for a short period of time. ” reads the analysis published by blockchain cybersecurity firm CertiK.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Phishing Scams : Fake login pages or deceptive messages trick users into providing their credentials. This is one of the most prevalent methods of account compromise. Social Engineering : Attackers manipulate victims into sharing personal information, such as passwords or answers to security questions.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Your Gmail account stores valuable information such as emails, contacts, and documents. To safeguard your Gmail password, you need to adopt a few best practices that will enhance your accounts security and keep cyber threats at bay. A compromised password can lead to identity theft and data breaches.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 10, 2024

Google and Apple look to give users better protections against social engineering attacks like phishing, with Google giving high-risk users access to the APP service with a passkey and Apple educating users about the threats with a detailed support document in the wake of a recent smishing campaign.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2023

The attack chain associated with ARCHIPELAGO starts with phishing emails that embed malicious links. Upon clicking the link, the recipient is redirected to a phishing page that masquerades as a login prompt. Upon clicking the link, the recipient is redirected to a phishing page that masquerades as a login prompt.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 17, 2024

However, this surge in digital banking also brings about substantial security concerns. The increasing sophistication of cyber attacks, including phishing, malware, and man-in-the-middle attacks, poses a serious threat to both users and financial institutions. This makes it much harder for attackers to gain access to your accounts.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The accounts, Microsoft says, were accessed using forged authentication tokens: Microsoft investigations determined that Storm-0558 gained access to customer email accounts using Outlook Web Access in Exchange Online (OWA) and Outlook.com by forging authentication tokens to access user email.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Attackers steal cookies through phishing, malware, and MITM attacks, resulting in data theft, financial loss, and identity theft. Understanding the implications, prevention, and recovery procedures can enhance the protection of your accounts and personal information.

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Hacker Combat

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

SEC reiterated that Cambridge Investment Research discovered the first breach in 2018 January but took no action to boost email account security until 2021. . A spokesperson representing Cambridge said the company “has always maintained a robust data security group and processes to guarantee protection of all clients’ accounts.

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Pen Test Partners

JANUARY 23, 2025

Anything from phishing emails to ransomware attacks, these threats can disrupt operations and compromise critical systems. TL;DR Cybersecurity for small fleet operations. Attackers use phishing, malware, ransomware, and scams like BEC to gain access to systems and cause disruption.

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Google Security

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Posted by Kent Walker, President, Global Affairs & Chief Legal Officer, Google & Alphabet and Royal Hansen, Vice President of Engineering for Privacy, Safety, and Security Should companies be responsible for cyberattacks? As for secure by design: We all have to shift our focus from reactive incident response to upstream software development.

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Duo's Security Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

How do you protect your users from phishing attacks? Duo’s modern access security protects your users and applications by using a second source of validation. In these unprecedented times, cybersecurity attacks are threatening organizations every day. Did you know that 81% of breaches involve compromised credentials?

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Hacker's King

JANUARY 2, 2025

Phishing attacks are schemes where criminals deceive users to gain sensitive information by impersonating trustworthy entities through fake emails, messages, or websites. The term phishing refers to how attackers "fish" for victims. Additionally, scan your device for malware and secure other accounts that use similar passwords.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

Account takeover, also known as ATO, is a form of identity theft in which a malicious third party gains access to or “takes over” an online account. It’s one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity threats today, growing a staggering 300% since 2019 and leading to consumer losses of $3.5 Install Anti-Malware Software.

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NetSpi Technical

JANUARY 18, 2024

While two-factor authentication has significantly improved account security, its current implementations have shortcomings that leave users vulnerable to persistent attackers. Currently, no solution is both phish- and theft-proof. The Gold Standard for 2FA So, what is the goal for 2FA?

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 2, 2024

The post Google Whistles While OAuth Burns — ‘MultiLogin’ 0-Day is 70+ Days Old appeared first on Security Boulevard. What a Mickey Mouse operation: Infostealer scrotes having a field day with unpatched vulnerability.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Category Awareness, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Guides Risk Level Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, AHOY! Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. However, with the increasing number of cyber threats lurking in the digital realm, protecting your social media accounts has become paramount.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Category Awareness, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Guides Risk Level Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, AHOY! Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. However, with the increasing number of cyber threats lurking in the digital realm, protecting your social media accounts has become paramount.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2024

VPN integration: Secures surfing sessions by combining VPN with a password manager, for private, anonymous browsing and secure connections over public WiFi. Confidential SSO: Simplifies access control by allowing you to utilize a single credential for secure access to their Dashlane vaults.

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2019

We will also tell you how to use G Suite as securely as possible with G Suite security best practices! Phishing is taking over G Suite accounts In a nutshell, phishing is a technique used to steal your data such as credentials or credit card information. How to avoid phishing? By being cautious.

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

Generates Passwords A password manager enhances your account security by creating unique passwords. When you create a new account, the password manager prompts you to generate a new password instead of reusing your old one. Use two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of security.

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NetSpi Technical

JANUARY 18, 2024

While two-factor authentication has significantly improved account security, its current implementations have shortcomings that leave users vulnerable to persistent attackers. Currently, no solution is both phish- and theft-proof. The Gold Standard for 2FA So, what is the goal for 2FA?

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SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2020

In an update about the incident , Twitter confirmed that the attack occurred through a phone spear phishing effort to customer support: " The social engineering that occurred on July 15, 2020, targeted a small number of employees through a phone spear phishing attack. Spear phishing: what security experts are saying.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 11, 2021

The moves were part of a larger push by Google in recent months to make cybersecurity a front-of-mind issue for many of its users at a time when the number of attacks – and their impacts – are increasing. ‘Cybersecurity Is a Team Sport’ In an Oct. ‘Cybersecurity Is a Team Sport’ In an Oct.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 20, 2020

Last Watchdog gathered observations from a roundtable of cybersecurity thought leaders. Given the scope of the hack, it is unlikely the accounts were compromised via typical credentials phishing. Apparently, Twitter did not learn from that experience or take sufficient steps keep user credentials and accounts secure.”

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 4, 2020

“Using the credentials of employees with access to these tools, the attackers targeted 130 Twitter accounts, ultimately Tweeting from 45, accessing the DM inbox of 36, and downloading the Twitter Data of 7,” the company announced on its blog and its own Twitter feed.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The most recent warning comes from CEO of Y Combinator Garry Tan who posted on X , saying the scammers using AI voices tell you someone has issued a death certificate for you and is trying to recover your account. The need to confirm an account recovery, or a password reset, is a notorious method used in phishing attacks.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Many users face login challenges due to a variety of reasons, ranging from simple mistakes to complex security breaches. Understanding these issues can help you regain access quickly and keep your account secure. Enable Alerts for Unrecognized Logins: Receive notifications if someone tries to access your account.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 5, 2020

This specialized team hunts down major cybersecurity threats, including tracking nation-state hacking groups. And according to Shane Huntley , Head of TAG, the team recently uncovered some vital security intel regarding the 2020 U.S. security.". Microsoft has been increasing its Outlook security controls, as well.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 5, 2020

Google TAG revealed that China-linked cyberespionage group APT31 is targeting Biden campaign staff, while the Iran-linked APT35 group is targeting Trump campaign staff with spear-phishing attacks. SecurityAffairs – foreign hackers, cybersecurity). The groups involved are ones referred to as APT31 and APT35. Pierluigi Paganini.

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