The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 2, 2024

In today’s digital landscape, organizations face numerous challenges when it comes to mitigating cyber risks. Here are some of the key challenges that organizations encounter in their efforts to mitigate cyber risks in the current environment. •Lack of security awareness and education. Inadequate security testing.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 23, 2022

As the founder of the leading cyber security firm OccamSec , I’ve seen first-hand how and why social media is such a weak point, even for the most careful people and companies. Social Engineering. Social media lends itself to social engineering. Here are the three main reasons. What is that exactly?

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LRQA Nettitude Labs

MARCH 22, 2023

This article provides an introduction to covert entry assessments, and will address the many factors to consider when deciding on a pretext for physical social engineering. Deciding on a Pretext The technique of social engineering in-person is often referred to as physical social engineering or in-person social engineering.

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In the first part of this three-part blog series , we discussed the various methods available to MFA users. Strong protection: WebAuthn-based authentication WebAuthn-based authentication is sometimes referred to as “phish-proof” because it eliminates the need for shared codes, removing the risk that those codes could be intercepted.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 27, 2023

However, as with any technology, there are also risks associated with the use of AI in cybersecurity. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a powerful tool in the cybersecurity landscape, with the potential to revolutionize the way we detect and respond to cyber threats.

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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. Best practices. Let’s talk VPNs.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

For instance, phishing, one of the most common, is a social engineering attack used to steal user data. With more and more people working remotely, unsecured home or public WiFi networks represent a security risk not only to individuals but to their companies as well.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2024

Assess risks. Creating a solid cybersecurity foundation begins with understanding the organization’s risks. A recent study found only 27% of charities undertook risk assessments in 2023 and only 11% said they reviewed risks posed by suppliers. Keep software updated.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

However, critical security risks and threats inherent in cloud environments come alongside the myriad benefits. 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. Who’s Responsible for Security in the Cloud?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

This blog was written by an independent guest blogger. In the future, quantum computing has the potential to contribute to finance, military intelligence, pharmaceutical development, aerospace engineering, nuclear power, 3D printing, and so much more. What are the security risks?

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Octo Tempest is believed to be a group of native English speaking cybercriminals that uses social engineering campaigns to compromise organizations all over the world. This can be done in a number of ways, but the most common ones involve social engineering attacks on the victim's carrier.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 3, 2023

By focusing on identity security, organizations can mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access, data breaches and insider threats. Credential Theft And Unauthorized Access Credential theft and unauthorized access pose significant risks in SaaS environments.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 2, 2024

This past year set a profound stage, from the advent of stringent cyber regulations to the convergence of generative AI, social engineering, and ransomware. Last year, we witnessed the fast-evolving nature of social engineering attacks, and this evolution poses greater challenges for detection and defense. The solution?

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 20, 2023

"On January 11, the Mailchimp Security team identified an unauthorized actor accessing one of our tools used by Mailchimp customer-facing teams for customer support and account administration," said Mailchimp in a blog post. We don't just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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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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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. Countless studies have shown that women and men gauge risk differently. Core Feature #3. For example, Byrnes et al. by Christine R.

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Duo's Security Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Add to this, the risks of weak authentication factors such as SMS one-time passcodes and dormant or inactive accounts. On the proactive side, ITDR can detect policy misconfigurations, excessive privileges, and high-risk scenarios such as dormant or inactive accounts or accounts with MFA disabled.

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In the first two blogs of this three-part series, we discussed the MFA methods available to users and their strengths and weaknesses in defending against five types of cyberattack. In this blog, we’ll discuss how end-users and administrators can select the best methods to keep themselves and their organizations secure.

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Webroot

JUNE 2, 2022

If you’re the parent of a gamer, or if you’re a gamer yourself, it’s important to learn about the risks. Many gamers are unaware of the cybersecurity risks that they face. Phishing and social engineering. Gaming is now an online social activity. As such, downloading a pirated game simply isn’t worth the risk.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Malicious intent or manipulation: AI chatbots can be exploited to spread misinformation, execute social engineering attacks or launch phishing. Such manipulation can harm user trust, tarnish brand reputation and have broader social consequences. Machine learning helps AI chatbots adapt to and prevent new cyber threats.

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Duo's Security Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Some methods include: SIM Swapping: The attacker uses social engineering to convince a cell phone provider to switch the number to the attacker’s SIM card to gain access to the OTP sent to the trusted user. Social Engineering: An attacker logs in with a user’s credentials and the real user gets sent an OTP.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In this blog, we will summarize the key findings of the report and offer actionable recommendations to mitigate these threats. Attackers exploit the geopolitical environment and use AI-powered tools to create convincing deepfakes, disinformation campaigns, and social engineering attacks.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2023

You may have all the recommended security controls and your employees may be well-trained when it comes to avoiding social engineering attacks. You cannot truly be prepared, however, until you test your defenses. The post Automating Your Red Team Approach: A Quick Guide appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

2022 that an intrusion had exposed a “limited number” of Twilio customer accounts through a sophisticated social engineering attack designed to steal employee credentials. 12 blog post , the attackers used their access to Mailchimp employee accounts to steal data from 214 customers involved in cryptocurrency and finance.

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Jane Frankland

MAY 8, 2024

This is what I’ll be delving into in this blog, where I’ll be exploring how these two fields are intersecting and what that means for our digital landscape. This not only frees up valuable time for security professionals to focus on more complex tasks but also reduces the risk of human error.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 15, 2021

Since we are quickly putting out large technologies, security risks always come with this. Penetration tests are one way of mitigating the security risks that arise and make sure that we are not endangering users, their data, and the trust they inherently place in technology. Related: Integrating ‘pen tests’ into firewalls.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 28, 2022

A little more than a week later, cybersecurity firm Armorblox outlined an account takeover attack that leveraged malicious phishing and social engineering. In Armobox’s research, hackers used email with a socially engineered payload. Zoom, Customers Must Address Risks. Social Engineering Not Going Away.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 10, 2022

Machine Identities, Human Identities, and the Risks They Pose. Notwithstanding the risks discussed above, human identities still pose less of a concern than machine identities. They can do that by leveraging security awareness training to augment their familiarity with phishing attacks and other social engineering techniques.

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Security Through Education

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Social-Engineer, LLC saw an almost 350% increase in recognition of phishing emails when using a similar training platform in 2020. It is to these carefully crafted campaigns that Social-Engineer, LLC can attribute their success. The answer is simple; with simulated attacks and subsequent training.

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Security Through Education

JANUARY 16, 2024

According to the report, spending more than three hours a day doubles the risk of poor mental health (including anxiety and depression). hours a day on social media. While social media does give us access to information, it can be hard to determine what is real and what is misinformation.

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Javvad Malik

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Unpatched software, poor credentials or lack of MFA, misconfigured software, or social engineering. cybersecurity #risk #turbines ♬ original sound – Javvad Malik if we can focus on addressing the root causes, then even if lightning does strike, we can reduce the impact.

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Duo's Security Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

They can take advantage of the less secure methods of authentication, like one-time passcodes, and socially engineer a user to hand over codes or intercept them before they reach the end user. Some of the solutions are easy policy changes that organizations can turn on immediately, like Duo’s Risk-Based Authentication (RBA).

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Which topics should CEOs, CIOs and CISOs have on their radar when it comes to Identity and Access Management ( IAM ) and cyber security risks in 2022? recurring re-confirmations of initially assigned rights and roles in all connected systems by the employees’ manager – to reduce the risk of abuse and accidents.

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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 Boulevard

MAY 28, 2024

In a blog post Tuesday, the Microsoft-backed company said the new committee will comprise CEO Sam Altman and board of director members. OpenAI has a new Safety and Security Committee in place fewer than two weeks after disbanding its “superalignment” team, a year-old unit that was tasked with focusing on the long-term effects of AI.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2021

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 23, 2022

In a blog post published Mar. Microsoft does not rely on the secrecy of code as a security measure and viewing source code does not lead to elevation of risk.” Microsoft says LAPSUS$ — which it boringly calls “ DEV-0537 ” — mostly gains illicit access to targets via “social engineering.”

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