Webroot

APRIL 3, 2024

In a world where our lives are increasingly navigated through digital apps and online accounts, understanding and managing our online identities has become paramount. Simply put, it’s the practice of ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to your sensitive information and online accounts.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Employees can account for any suspicious emails, through an easy report feature, Knowbe4. This is a platform for security awareness training and simulated phishing tests focusing on the problem of social-engineering. Based on your requirements, select a tool and train your employees to become an active line of defense.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 27, 2022

We’ve received several emails over the last couple of days which follow the classic 419 mail scam method. It’s worth noting that this is also a short mail by typical scam standards, but will become incredibly involved should you continue with it. Titled “URGENT BUSINESS PROPOSAL!!!”, Warn them, and help keep them safe online.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 10, 2023

“In the current digital landscape, identity security has gained paramount importance due to the growing cyber risks posed by phishing and social engineering attacks utilizing AI. For instance, popular social media platforms such as YouTube and Twitter have seen a surge in account takeovers and impersonation incidents.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 1, 2022

Travel can involve significant security risks. The security risks business travelers may face. Travel security and risk management have become increasingly important over the past few years due to the rising threat of cyberattacks and major challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.

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BH Consulting

JANUARY 4, 2023

We only need to think back to the early days of COVID-19 and how criminals exploited the widespread uncertainty to spread scams, ransomware infections and other threats. A forecast from security software company Norton expects the worsening economic situation will drive cybercrime activity during 2023. 1 Check security preparedness.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 19, 2020

According to interviews with several sources, this hybrid phishing gang has a remarkably high success rate, and operates primarily through paid requests or “bounties,” where customers seeking access to specific companies or accounts can hire them to target employees working remotely at home.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

Review domain controllers, servers, workstations, and active directories for new or unrecognized user accounts. Audit user accounts with administrative privileges and configure access controls with least privilege in mind. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. Focus on cyber security awareness and training.

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Lenny Zeltser

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Saying that security is “everyone’s responsibility” might lead to it being “nobody’s responsibility.” To distribute security responsibilities among the stakeholders, we need to counteract the diffusion of responsibility. People or HR teams screen new hires according to specific background check requirements.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. Audit user accounts with administrative privileges and configure access controls with least privilege in mind.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

When openly available to the public, such information can be gathered and exploited in phishing, BEC and impersonation campaigns to craft more convincing scams. Indeed, 55% of respondents said they have public Facebook profiles only 33% said they set their Instagram accounts set to private. Don’t do that,” said Sadler.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 3, 2021

You might be downloading Trojans or keyloggers which can allow criminals easy access to all sorts of personal data on your computer – including bank account passwords, credit card numbers, social security numbers… The list goes on. Employees should be empowered to create a secure environment for working from home.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. It is a universal method employed for both personal and corporate user accounts globally. While MFA adds an extra security shield to accounts, deterring most cybercriminals, determined attackers can find ways to sidestep it.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2023

Many businesses concentrate their cybersecurity efforts solely on external attacks, which leaves more openings for internal risks. It can be challenging for defences to distinguish between insider threats and regular user activity since insider threats employ genuine accounts, passwords, and IT technologies.

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2019

The risks are especially true for cloud services where everything is connected. Our clients face security risks every day, but they know how to prevent them. In this article, we will not only guide you through the woods of the most dangerous threats and risks of using public clouds. How to avoid phishing?

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

An impersonation attack recently made headlines with the 2020 Twitter/Bitcoin scam , in which 130 high-profile Twitter accounts were compromised by outside parties to steal bitcoin. This is a scam that’s been around for years and since no one can reverse a cryptocurrency transaction, it’s very likely here to stay.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Individuals and organizations should prioritize security awareness training, implement email security measures, and encourage vigilance when dealing with unusual or urgent requests. In order to send a message, they could be using spoof email addresses, making use of compromised accounts, or exploiting weak security measures.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

“This is a dichotomy that executives must be humble enough to recognize as true, so that they can play an active role in their company’s risk mitigation. Overall, CEOs and other executives must lead from the front and act as a personal example to make sure everyone sees security as a top priority.”

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Webroot

DECEMBER 11, 2020

First, he says, “Whenever money is going to be sent somewhere, you should have a two-factor verification process to ensure you’re sending the money to the right person and the right accounts.”. Milbourne is also a big advocate of security awareness training. Where to learn more.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager! Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

IoT-enabled scams and hacks quickly ramped up to a high level – and can be expected to accelerate through 2021 and beyond. The challenge of the moment is that many companies already have their hands full trying to improve their security posture as they migrate their legacy, on premises, IT systems to the cloud.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 5, 2023

The LockBit threat group is the biggest source of ransomware and RaaS attacks, accounting for 44% of successful ransomware attacks in 2022, according to Trustwave SpiderLabs in a new report released today. “All of this means cyber risk continues to escalate and that CISOs need to be just as nimble and methodical as the adversary.”.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 21, 2020

But tracers won't ask you for money or information like your Social Security, bank account, or credit card number. Contact tracing scams, fake texts and calls. The FTC recommends filtering unwanted messages and calls to reduce the risk and annoyance. Anyone who does is a scammer.".

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

It’s also knowingly putting lives at risk to satisfy a deep, insatiable want for money. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. ransomware and phishing scams).

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Security experts from Digital Shadows have conducted an interesting study about the technique adopted by crooks to infiltrate company emails, so-called BEC scam. According to the FBI , the number of business email account (BEC) and email account compromise (EAC) scam incidents worldwide reached 78,000 between October 2013 and May 2018.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In this article we will take a look at major cybersecurity risks and best practices how to reduce or avoid corporate data leakage. Details included names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth and encrypted passwords, all of which could be used to access other accounts belonging to these users.

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SecureList

MARCH 29, 2021

Confidential corporate information is no less sensitive than the personal data of an individual, and the sheer scale of financial and reputational risks from potential blackmail or disclosure of such information can have a colossal impact. Such key positions include the CEO, HR department director, and chief accountant.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

To safeguard learning continuity in this environment, US lawmakers have passed legislation aimed at mitigating security and privacy risks for the K–12 community. They also need to safeguard children against inappropriate online content, cyberbullying, scams, and other nebulous digital threats.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Either businesses or individuals, we are all in the same boat when it comes to the risk of data loss. The growing risks leave us with the fact that cybersecurity education is not a matter of choice anymore – it’s a matter of necessity. to $199 for business accounts. But it works only for individual users.

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Webroot

JANUARY 19, 2022

Being aware is the first step towards protecting your business. Security awareness training (SAT) can help. What is Security Awareness Training? Security awareness training is a proven, knowledge-based approach to empowering employees to recognize and avoid security compromises while using business devices.

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Webroot

JANUARY 20, 2021

In this Employee Spotlight, we talk to Account Development Executive, Jordan Gray, who works with C-level executives to integrate threat intelligence solutions within their environments. Nonetheless, I brushed up on my security awareness training afterwards! Coronavirus scams are spreading nearly as fast as the virus itself.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Most simply don’t have the resources to employ a dedicated cybersecurity team or invest in comprehensive security awareness training, leaving employees more vulnerable to phishing attacks and other scams. That means you need to have a plan for responding to attacks that break through even the most secure defenses.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 25, 2022

In this context, the prime risks are the responsibility and role of employees in ensuring data and information security. We repeatedly say that companies need to invest significantly in advanced protection tools and security awareness, including a Zero Trust approach. Phishing and spear-phishing are types of scams.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Implement automated alerts for crucial events and keep logs in a secure location that is easily accessible. Analyze logs on a regular basis to discover unusual behaviors, potential risks, and places for improvement. Why It Matters Reliable backups act as a safety net in the event of critical failures or security breaches.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 11, 2022

By that point the guy (or sometimes, lady) could hardly wait to give me the dial-up phone number and access to the system-manager account.". Fear repeatedly got Mitnick access to a network so he could create a new account and install a back door to give him a secret way into the system. That was the fear.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

For example, a hacker may choose one vendor whose specialty uses open-source intelligence (OSINT) to identify the most lucrative targets for phishing scams. First, you must realize the risks are genuine and commit to investing in processes and technologies to defend your organization. Mounting a strong defense. Training component.

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Spinone

JANUARY 9, 2019

In this article we will discuss how to avoid phishing attacks in G Suite and provide phishing prevention best practices on how companies can enhance G Suite security awareness and protection against phishing scams. Cloud security concerns today are some of the most important and challenging problems that businesses have to face.

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