The Last Watchdog

MARCH 20, 2023

Related: How Google, Facebook enable snooping In fact, a majority of scams occur through social engineering. The rise of social media has added to the many user-friendly digital tools scammers, sextortionists, and hackers can leverage in order to manipulate their victims.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 25, 2018

In this blog post, I’ll discuss: Our current perimeter defense; The need to shift to a data-centric security approach; and, The need to educate the public to strengthen our critical infrastructure security posture. Some of these include: Advanced persistent threats (APTs); Insider threats; Social engineering; and, Human error.

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Security Through Education

APRIL 19, 2023

Social engineering and collections may seem like two vastly different professions. Before my work as a Human Risk Analyst for Social-Engineer , I had previously worked in this field of collections. A social engineer may use liking to build rapport with the target and gain their trust.

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Spinone

OCTOBER 10, 2019

The best way to stay up-to-date with the recent trends is by reading the top cybersecurity blogs. Here’s our list of the best cybersecurity blogs to read and follow. Securing Tomorrow SecuringTomorrow is a blog by McAfee, one of the biggest security software providers. The main focus here is the social side of data loss.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

How to protect your organization from a social engineering attack. This tactic is called social engineering and is one of the key methods used in attacks that result in data breaches. No amount of investment in the latest technology can provide 100% protection because technology alone is not enough.

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Security Through Education

JANUARY 18, 2023

The truth is technology has grown at an exponential rate and so has cybercrime. Most if not, all social engineering attacks will attempt to trigger some emotion such as urgency, fear, greed, or curiosity. Stay educated, implement security recommendations, stay safe. Rosa Rowles.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

. “A domain hosting provider ‘GoDaddy’ that manages one of our core domain names incorrectly transferred control of the account and domain to a malicious actor,” Liquid CEO Kayamori said in a blog post. ” In the early morning hours of Nov. GoDaddy said the outage between 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. PST on Nov.

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Security Through Education

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Phones, computers, and other technology have become an integral part of many people’s lives. While usernames and passwords can be brute forced or gathered in social engineering attacks; MFA, when used properly, helps ensure that it really is YOU who is logging in. For many, the above scenario is extremely familiar.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Here is Erin’s Q&A column, which originally went live on OneRep’s well-done blog.) For the first expert interview on our blog, we welcomed Pulitzer-winning investigative reporter Byron V. Byron: I was initially drawn to cybersecurity as a USA TODAY technology reporter assigned to cover Microsoft.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Phishing is one of the most common social engineering tactics cybercriminals use to target their victims. However, this new trend could change the landscape, forcing businesses to adapt, use new technologies and implement different defense strategies. Related: Utilizing humans as security sensors. Leverage security software.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

This trend underscores the evolving threat landscape and the importance of continuous awareness and education on cybersecurity threats, including those that initially appear to be personal in nature. Protecting Yourself and Your Business Educate and Train Employees : Awareness is the first step in prevention.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 23, 2024

In last week’s blog (part 2), I continued to explore the pros and cons of using an MDR provider and whether it’s better choosing a boutique provider over that of a traditional big brand. Having begun by discussing the first core feature, technology, I then focused on the second core feature, contract terms. Core Feature #3.

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Security Through Education

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Shelby Dacko At Social Engineer LLC, our purpose is to bring education and awareness to all users of technology. By doing that and following the FBI’s tips to protect yourself from these romance scams, you will be sure to keep your heart, and your wallet, safe.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 5, 2022

Let’s walk through some practical steps organizations can take today, implementing zero trust and remote access strategies to help reduce ransomware risks: •Obvious, but difficult – get end users to stop clicking unknown links and visiting random websites that they know little about, an educational challenge. Let’s talk VPNs.

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Duo's Security Blog

APRIL 20, 2023

Accounting for nearly a quarter of reported incidents in Australia, phishing is a broad category of social engineering with several variations. These social engineering techniques tricked employees into revealing their login credentials, which allowed attackers to access additional systems and data. What is phishing?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. More technology being used to increase operational efficiency means retailers face a higher risk of cyber incidents. Retailers tend to do an average job educating their employees , according to recent research. Keeping technology up to date is critical.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 1, 2021

It is a type of social engineering cyberattack in which the website’s traffic is manipulated to steal confidential credentials from the users. Keep yourself updated with the latest Pharming techniques used by cybercriminals by following the cybersecurity blogs , magazines, and news portal.

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Herjavec Group

MAY 19, 2022

Conduct regular social engineering tests on your employees to actively demonstrate where improvements need to be made. Build security awareness training modules to educate your employees on how to spot phishing emails or business-related scams. There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to cybersecurity.

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Webroot

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Hackers, never at a loss for creative deception, have engineered new tactics for exploiting the weakest links in the cybersecurity chain: ourselves! Social engineering and business email compromise (BEC) are two related cyberattack vectors that rely on human error to bypass the technology defenses businesses deploy to deter malware.

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LRQA Nettitude Labs

JULY 5, 2023

The exploding popularity of AI and its proliferation within the media has led to a rush to integrate this incredibly powerful technology into all sorts of different applications. Just recently, the UK government has been setting out its strategic vision to make the UK at the forefront of AI technology.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

In a blog post on Monday, researchers from Trend Micro reported that they uncovered 70 email addresses that have been targeted with the so-called “Office 365 V4 phishing kit” since May 2020, 40 of which belong to “CEOs, directors, owners and founders, among other enterprise employee[s].”.

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Security Through Education

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Whether you are a salesperson, public speaker, or a social engineer, much of your success depends on effective nonverbal communication. The post Nonverbal Communication -A Valuable Tool to Gain Trust appeared first on Security Through Education. UCLA did a study which found a majority of communication to be nonverbal.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

This blog aims to dissect the nuances of cloud security risks , shedding light on the challenges commonly faced when securing digital assets in the cloud. Oversight of the Shared Responsibility Model is a shared endeavor, with constant communication and collaboration required to adapt to evolving threats and technological advancements.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 15, 2021

They are always ready to hop onto the newest trends and exploit the latest technology to find the quickest route to steal your identity and money. This is not the only blog or article about tax scams, and it is not the first time we’ve written about it. The post 2021—Year of the Tax Scam appeared first on Security Through Education.

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Security Through Education

DECEMBER 21, 2022

At Social Engineer LLC, our purpose is to bring education and awareness to all users of technology. In fact, they heighten our senses and can help us spot scammers well through the new year and the years to come. Images: [link].

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Cybercriminals are masters at using technology and psychology to exploit basic human trust and compromise businesses of all sizes. While cybersecurity advice is often focused on technology like endpoint protection, firewalls and anti-virus, it’s important to remember that behind every breach is a human.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Technology Infrastructure Assessment Evaluate the security of your technology infrastructure and implement necessary upgrades. Impact : Increased susceptibility to social engineering and phishing attacks. Advice : Prioritize ongoing cybersecurity education and training.

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Security Through Education

APRIL 7, 2021

” Our increased dependency on technology is surely one contributing factor to this alarming increase. In a Psychology Today blog, security expert Chris Hadnagy notes, “scammers don’t care that you just lost your mom to COVID, or that you have been unemployed for six months, or that your kids are depressed from isolation.

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Security Through Education

APRIL 29, 2021

It must keep up with the demands of current and emerging technology that touches our lives. The post Home Is Where the Hack Is appeared first on Security Through Education. The Future of Intelligence Gathering Follows the Future of Tech . What does each end of the OSINT spectrum have in common?

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SC Magazine

MAY 5, 2021

Here, workers prepare a presentation the day before the CeBIT 2012 technology trade fair. In a blog post this week, Cofense reported that actors using the BazarBackdoor malware have been experimenting with roundabout ways of getting users to self-infect. . Sean Gallup/Getty Images).

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Webroot

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The security measures they take (or don’t), the educational opportunities they provide (or fail to) and their commitment to innovation (or lack thereof) will likely separate the winners from the losers in the year ahead. As such, automation and the adoption of AI technologies will be critical to plugging the gap. Tyler Moffitt, Sr.

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Security Affairs

MAY 24, 2019

Instead, they use social engineering to pose as a person or company that the victim knows and responds to without question. Kayla Matthews is a technology and cybersecurity writer, and the owner of ProductivityBytes.com. A different phishing study from Barracuda explained why hackers don’t need malware to cause damage.

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Herjavec Group

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Threat actors have developed social engineering approaches that leverage the uncertainty and chaos of the pandemic in order to deliver their malicious software. When it comes to cyber risks, the most up-to-date cybersecurity technology or regimented program doesn’t make an organization immune to an attack.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 3, 2023

SaaS has numerous benefits, and companies have embraced the technology to enhance productivity and streamline business processes. Identity security refers to the practices and technologies used to manage and protect user identities within an organization's SaaS portfolio.

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Webroot

JANUARY 19, 2022

Employees represent the first line of defense from malicious vectors that attempt to compromise your organization’s information technology infrastructure through common access points. Whether you’re an enterprise, SMB or MSP, make security awareness training part of your regular cyber education routine.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Knowing what Information Technology (IT) hardware exists is a good place to start (servers, laptops, desktops, tablets, etc.). Educate employees. Many security programs focus on employee education (creating a strong password, being aware of phishing, etc.). As technology and threats evolve, so must the security organization.

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Security Through Education

MAY 17, 2023

LinkedIn LinkedIn is one of the more popular social media platforms for professionals. You are almost expected to share your location, current and pasts jobs, and educational history. TikTok Tik Tok is sweeping the world with dance videos, educational snippets, and more. It’s up to you whether you share this information or not.

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