Social Engineering stories - Page 23
Microsoft patches 56 vulnerabilities, 7 zero days fixed
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its latest update, including seven zero-day flaws, six of which have been actively exploited.
Group-IB's fraud solution now accessible via AWS Marketplace
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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malware
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Group-IB's Fraud Protection solution is now available on AWS Marketplace, enhancing online security for businesses against fraud-related threats.
RMM Best Practices for 2025 – All You Need to Know
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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data protection
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mdm
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zero trust security
As the modern workplace faces rising cybersecurity threats, Pulseway outlines six essential RMM best practices for 2025 to enhance IT management and security.
Bad AI, good AI: harnessing AI for a stronger security posture
Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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malware
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data protection
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cloud security
AI's dual impact on security is stark; while cybercriminals leverage its power to craft sophisticated attacks, security teams harness its potential to enhance threat detection.
ReliaQuest report reveals rapid evolution in cyber threats
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
ReliaQuest's Annual Threat Report reveals cybercriminals executing attacks in as little as 27 minutes, urging security teams to adopt AI and automation strategies.
China cyber espionage surge driven by AI deception tactics
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
CrowdStrike's research reveals a staggering 150% rise in China-linked cyber espionage, fuelled by AI tactics, posing significant risks across various industries.
Australian IT leaders struggle to identify scam emails
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity insurance
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phishing
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email security
A recent study reveals that many Australian IT leaders struggle to distinguish between legitimate and phishing emails, despite rising data breaches.
New cyber threats target MacOS with FrigidStealer malware
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Proofpoint has identified two new cybercriminal groups, TA2726 and TA2727, engaging in web inject campaigns and distributing new malware targeting MacOS users.
Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.
Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.
Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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semiconductors
A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.
Advisory dispels myths threatening organisational security
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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phishing
Companies of all sizes must dispel cybersecurity myths that jeopardise data, warns IDS-INDATA, as cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.
Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.
Bitdefender warns of cyber campaign in Central Asia, Europe
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
Bitdefender has warned of a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign by UAC-0063 targeting government entities across Central Asia and Europe, amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
Android users targeted by fake wedding invitation malware
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Cybersecurity experts from Kaspersky have uncovered a nefarious scheme targeting Android users, with a malware disguised as wedding invitations stealing sensitive data.
Alert issued over North Korean LinkedIn job offer scam
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
Bitdefender has warned LinkedIn job seekers of a North Korea-linked cybercriminal group employing fraudulent job offers to deliver malware and steal credentials.
KnowBe4 launches Threat Labs to combat phishing threats
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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uc
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
KnowBe4 has launched Threat Labs to combat phishing and email threats, collaborating with Egress to enhance cybersecurity resilience through advanced research.
VIPRE report reveals 90% of emails in 2024 were spam
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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malware
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phishing
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email security
VIPRE Security Group's annual report reveals over 90% of 7.2 billion processed emails in 2024 were spam, with ominous trends projected for 2025.
KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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mfa
On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.
How A Passwordless Future Can Become A Reality
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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biometrics
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mfa
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phishing
As organisations face rising cyber threats, many are abandoning traditional passwords for passwordless and multi-factor authentication, promising enhanced security.