Gaining insight into cybercriminal activity is no mean feat. Cybercriminals are notoriously secretive, so we must rely on industry research. For example, the yearly Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report explores the latest security incidents and breach trends, the World Cybercrime […]
Changing Tack: Email Threat Trends in Q2 2024 Read More »
One of the most pervasive and pressing challenges for organizations remains securing email communication against sophisticated phishing attacks. The recent Proofpoint email routing flaw, exploited in the EchoSpoofing campaign, underscores the urgency of this issue. This attack leveraged the inherent
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In recent years, the landscape of cybersecurity has undergone significant transformation, particularly with the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation by both defenders and attackers. The ReliaQuest Annual Cyber-Threat Report: 2024 highlights an alarming trend: threat actors are increasingly
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The 2024 Proofpoint “Voice of the CISO” report is a useful barometer for understanding the current cybersecurity landscape, providing valuable insights from 1,600 CISOs globally. This year’s findings reveal a complex picture where heightened concerns coexist with a growing sense
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Criminals are successfully using email to scam, infiltrate networks, and unleash malicious payloads. We’re continuing to witness bad actors relentlessly exploit human vulnerabilities and software flaws, circumventing email gateways and security measures with alarming precision. Robust email and endpoint defenses
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Phishing and Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks are not just prevalent but are growing more sophisticated. Businesses worldwide are grappling with these challenges, facing advanced threats that bypass traditional security measures. The following insights drawn from the ReliaQuest Annual Cyber-Threat
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Phishing attacks remain a prevalent threat, continuously evolving to outsmart even the most sophisticated security measures. Researchers at Perception Point recently uncovered the Nespresso phishing incident—a prime example showcasing how attackers exploit “open redirect vulnerabilities” to orchestrate complex phishing schemes.
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Protecting your business from scams and cybersecurity threats not only bolsters your business’s practices but also maintains your client’s trust. Without these safeguards, your business could fall victim to irreversible issues like substantial financial losses, reputational damage, and even legal
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The holiday season, with its festive cheer and bustling shopping activity, also brings with it a less joyful aspect: a significant increase in cyber threats. While you’re out there trying to spread joy, cybercriminals exploit this time of year with
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Despite several technological advances, phishing continues to occupy top spots in lists of the most prolific cybersecurity risks. Recent research shows that phishing caused losses of $52 million in the United States alone. Why are email inboxes so vulnerable to
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