CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 30, 2022

The Work from Home (WfH) culture might do well to the employees, but some companies are disclosing openly that they are witnessing a surge in cyber attacks( mainly data breaches) on their IT infrastructure as their employees are not following basic cyber hygiene of using strong passwords and authenticating their Identity whole accessing networks.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Key Points Phishing incidents rose during the reporting period (August 1 to October 31, 2024), accounting for 46% of all customer incidents. This increase is likely driven by high employee turnover and easy access to phishing kits. Meanwhile, “RansomHub” is rising rapidly due to its attractive ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 5, 2021

The first campaign started in December last year when the hackers sent phishing emails laced with malicious links to over 247 organizations hailing from US and APAC nations. Out of which 74 of them fell as easy targets to the cyber crooks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2023

Phishing attacks via SMS operations have been their preferred method of targeting victims. In other news, Microsoft has introduced an interesting approach to assign weather-related nomenclature to nations engaged in espionage and cyber attacks.

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The Hacker News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Microsoft is calling attention to an emerging threat cluster it calls Storm-2372 that has been attributed to a new set of cyber attacks aimed at a variety of sectors since August 2024.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 30, 2022

Staying Ahead of the Distortion of a Cyber Attack? Each firewall, IDS, MFA, and email security is built to protect and stop cyber attacks. While enforcement of FERPA is left to the department of education, there is some sense of data accountability and disclosure of events. Until next week, John.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The vast majority of cyber attacks against organizations pivot off the weakest security link: employees. The good news is that companies today have ready access to a wide variety of tools that can simulate common types of attacks and boost employee awareness. This service offers automated phishing tests and training modules.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 18, 2025

Some reports indicate that Chinese smishing groups are selling SMS phishing kits, enabling scammers to efficiently spoof toll operators and target users in multiple states, including Massachusetts, Florida, and Texas. This level of sophistication underscores why public education is our first line of defense.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 1, 2021

It is an online scam attack quite similar to Phishing. The term Pharming is a combination of two words Phishing and Farming. The attackers can also use it for installing malware programs on the victim’s system. Pharming vs phishing. He likes to educate people about the latest technological threats.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 31, 2022

The FBI is warning academics to be on their guard, as an embattled education sector continues to experience attacks and breaches, with data spilling onto the so-called dark web. Phishing, social engineering, and credential stuffing are often the end result. ” Keeping the education sector safe: an uphill struggle.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Educate employees on cybersecurity: Real estate companies should educate their end-users about cybersecurity threats and best practices. This includes training employees on how to identify and avoid phishing scams and how to create strong passwords.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 22, 2021

Through phishing. What’s phishing again?” Phishing is a specific type of cyber attack through which hackers and scammers use email to trick you. It’s part of a broader cyber attack called “social engineering” that includes other avenues like phone calls, text messages, and even impersonating people in real life.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

Cyber attack targets. Russia isn’t the only cyber actor increasing its pace of cyber operations during this time. Educate your employees on threats and risks such as phishing and malware. Therefore, educating your employees about the importance of security to your network is critical.

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Security Affairs

MAY 27, 2022

The FBI warns organizations in the higher education sector of credentials sold on cybercrime forums that can allow threat actors to access their networks. Crooks obtain the information by conducting spear-phishing and ransomware attacks, or other means. ” reads the alert published by the FBI.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Encrypt sensitive data and maintain regular, secure backups to ensure data integrity and availability, even in the event of system failures or cyber attacks. User education: Regularly train employees on cybersecurity best practices, including recognizing phishing attempts and secure handling of sensitive information.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There’s bad guys (those pesky cyber-attackers) and there’s good guys, like cybersecurity thought leader Mark Lynd, and Enric Cuixeres Saez, Head of IT at Leng-d’Or. In today’s business landscape, it’s essential that employees are not only aware of the risks, but also comfortable dealing with and reporting attacks and data breaches.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 29, 2022

Several threat actors have taken advantage of the war in Ukraine to launch a number of cyber attacks. The spear phishing emails are warning people that use websites, social networks, instant messengers and VPN services that have been banned by the Russian Government and that criminal charges will be laid. Victimology.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 12, 2021

Key lessons from the West Midlands Railway incident and other common mistakes in employee training How resilient are your employees in the face of a phishing scam? Another Phishing Simulation Goes Awry appeared first on CybeReady. Another Phishing Simulation Goes Awry appeared first on Security Boulevard. The post Not again!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 17, 2022

However, that IT department often does not have the investment it requires, so holes in their security leave them vulnerable to attacks — from viruses to hackers to phishing. Effective defense from cyberattacks ultimately depends on education and overriding the chance of human error whenever possible.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2025

In reality, many of the most successful breaches stem from simple tactics like phishing emails, social engineering, and exploiting basic security misconfigurations. People frequently fall for scams, phishing, and other attacks due to a lack of awareness, trust in seemingly legitimate sources, or simple human error.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 17, 2023

Unfortunately, many organizations fail to educate their employees on the importance of cyber hygiene, leaving them vulnerable to phishing scams, malware infections, data breaches, and other cyber attacks. Tick-in-the-box training.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 16, 2023

School districts are constantly being targeted by cyber attacks, leading to data breaches and information misuse. Following basic cybersecurity hygiene by students and staff while sharing the data is also important, as it avoids being targeted by phishing scams or other type of social engineering attacks.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 23, 2024

” Correctiv also points to a January 2023 report from the Ukrainian government, which found servers from Stark Industries Solutions were used as part of a cyber attack on the Ukrainian news agency “ Ukrinform ”. However, RRN is still accessible via its servers.”

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IT Security Guru

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The predictions are on their side, as more intense and frequent cyber attacks will drive up costs by 15% per year. Spear Phishing While phishing remains one of the most prevalent methods cybercriminals use, spear phishing represents a refined form of the traditional phishing technique.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

Impact of cyber attacks The financial toll of cyber incidents can be staggering. Well-trained employees are less likely to fall prey to phishing attacks or other forms of social engineering, significantly reducing the potential for breaches. The average cost of a data breach ballooned to $4.88

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Webroot

MAY 6, 2024

Phishing Gets Personal Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated, thanks to tools like generative AI, which enable attackers to personalize their campaigns for maximum impact. Educate yourself on common phishing tactics and train employees to recognize fraudulent emails.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Microsoft Threat Intelligence Team has made it official that Vice Society, a hacking group, is behind multiple ransomware attacks that were being targeted at education, government and retail sectors. NOTE- In case a company falls prey to ransomware, it is better to avoid paying a ransom.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The cyber attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, putting our personal information at risk. The malware is distributed via the Amadey loader ( [link] ), which can be spread through phishing e-mails or downloads from compromised sites. Education improves awareness” is his slogan. 11 and executes them.

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Responsible Cyber

JULY 13, 2024

Cyber attacks targeting cryptocurrencies can result in significant financial losses and compromised personal information. To safeguard your digital assets, this article will delve into key strategies to protect against various cyber threats. Recognize and avoid social engineering scams by educating yourself on common tactics.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 3, 2022

CitiBank customers are being urged to be super-vigilant as a large scale phishing campaign has been targeting them, asking them sensitive banking details that can lead to money drain from their bank accounts or other such financial frauds such as fake loan appraisal. And only 7% were from UK and the rest from other parts of the world.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 17, 2024

YOU MAY ALSO WANT TO READ ABOUT: Recent Cyber Attacks: Trends, Tactics, and Countermeasures What is FASTCash? Scalability : It can target multiple systems simultaneously, making it a powerful tool for coordinated attacks. Establish frameworks for reporting and sharing information about cyber incidents.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

As cyber threats and risks to technology and sensitive data proliferate widespread, the dissemination of cybersecurity information and best practices through educational awareness activities is critical for organizations and citizens on a worldwide scale to make informed decisions in their daily lives and protect themselves online.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Emerging Threats and Trends The landscape of email threats continues to evolve, with VIPRE’s report shedding light on several alarming trends: Deepfake and AI Exploitation: Attackers increasingly leverage deepfake technology and AI to craft more convincing phishing emails, significantly raising the stakes for email security.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

For the first time in the history of cyber attacks, a China-based university serving Aviation industry has accused the United States National Security Agency (NSA) for hacking into its servers to steal intelligence related to aviation, aerospace and navigation study material.

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Cytelligence

MARCH 3, 2023

As technology continues to advance, so do the risks of cyber attacks. It has become increasingly important for businesses of all sizes to protect themselves from cyber threats. From small businesses to large corporations, no company is safe from a cyber attack. A secure network starts with a strong password policy.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

So, companies small and medium can take the help of the awareness program to help their companies defend their computer networks against the growing cyber threats such as ransomware, phishing and Ddos attacks. Now, to those who need a bit of enlightenment on why SMBs act as attractive targets for cyber criminals- here’s gist-.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Staying safe online is not just a worry for parents of young children and teenagers – organizations are also constantly at risk from cyber-attacks, which is why training staff to reduce the likelihood of any such attack is crucial. The rise of cyber-attacks and phishing. Remote working risks.

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