Security Affairs

APRIL 4, 2022

A statement shared by Mailchimp CISO Siobhan Smyth with TechCrunch revealed that the company discovered the security breach on March 26. The company was the victim of a social engineering attack aimed at its employees. We are trying to determine how many email addresses have been affected.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 30, 2021

. “Using email addresses provided in the records, hackers may attempt to access users’ accounts using various combinations of common password characters.” ” In response, Hodson urged all LinkedIn users to update their passwords and enable two-factor authentication. ” A Wake-Up Call for Social Media Users.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 19, 2021

It is not be simply a matter of hiring a CISO, but ensuring that proper procedures and tools are implemented across the organization, including its third-party suppliers and contractors. Look for unusual activity on your phone and requests for password resets you’re not expecting. Jack Chapman, VP of Threat Intelligence, Egress.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Threat actors have dramatically escalated their attacks – targeting security controls like multi-factor authentication (MFA), conducting wily social engineering attacks and extorting businesses large and small with ransomware. Since then, teams have had years to adjust to this new reality, yet the attackers have as well.

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Adam Levin

AUGUST 21, 2019

Other programs cover specific topics, like how to navigate the web without picking up a virus, how to recognize social engineering (a fancy term for the hacking practice of luring in unsuspecting victims with links and offers of this or that slice of paradise), safe mobile practice, safe travel practices, safe email practice, and much more.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Plus, get the latest on Active Directory security, CISO salary trends and ransomware attacks! Specifically, they’re encouraging people to: Boost their password usage by using strong passwords , which are long, random and unique, and using a password manager to generate and store them. In the U.S.,

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 6, 2021

As World Password Day comes around again this May 6 th , how much has changed in the year since we last marked the occasion? As such, this year’s World Password Day is in fact a timely reminder for businesses to drop passwords forever, and instead rollout access management solutions such as passwordless authentication.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 10, 2021

Making matters worse, the cameras employ facial recognition technology, which leads to questions as to whether an attacker could actually identify individuals caught on camera and then pursue them as targets for social engineering schemes or something even more nefarious. When surveillance leads to spying.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 25, 2022

Remote desktop software’s sensitive influence over other devices means identity and access management (IAM), password security , and multi-factor authentication are critical for risk management. On a Sunday in February 2018, the Colorado CISO’s office set up a temporary server to test a new cloud-based business process.

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NetSpi Executives

DECEMBER 3, 2024

This will drive a greater shift towards fewer, more comprehensive solutions that reduce management complexity and enhance team productivity. With cyber threats growing more complex and frequent, CISOs are under immense pressure to ensure that their teams can respond rapidly and decisively.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2021

They had super weak, easily guessable passwords, which was visible to anyone who looked. The “people problem” is a phrase I heard in many different occasions when I met with IT managers (CISO, CSO, CIOs), many in leading research labs, national security establishments, and such. Did SolarWinds leave the proverbial door open?

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SC Magazine

MAY 12, 2021

In a blog, Sophos researchers explain how the attackers – which the researchers believe could all be operated by the same group – used social engineering, counterfeit websites, including a fake iOS App Store download page, and an iOS app-testing website to distribute the fake apps to their victims. Do not make it easy for them.

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Digital Shadows

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Together, they use native English speakers to execute sophisticated social engineering operations, contributing significantly to their newfound dominance. To counter these methods, organizations should prioritize educating users on phishing and social engineering techniques. compared to Q3 2023.

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Cisco Security

JULY 14, 2021

Oftentimes, phishing and social engineering are used to steal credentials and/or get employees to click on a malicious link or attachment. However, according to Cisco’s Head of Advisory CISOs, Wendy Nather , there’s a right way and a wrong way to do this. How exactly do attackers get in?

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NetSpi Executives

JANUARY 16, 2024

You’re about to have your first Red Team experience, or maybe your first one in the CISO seat of your organization. Besides the debrief meeting and handing you deliverables, what’s next for a CISO after a Red Team exercise? In most cases, there will be significant security engineering and process overhaul project work.

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BH Consulting

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Among the lineup was Avast CISO Jaya Baloo, who spoke about the challenges that quantum computing will create for the security community. Sharon Conheady’s entertaining talk explored the ethical side of social engineering. Avast’s CISO – Jaya Baloo. Avast’s CISO – Jaya Baloo.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Time to panic and start changing every password? Yes, I would recommend using a password vault manager software solution. By practice, you should universally change your passwords randomly throughout the year. Phishing attacks often rely on social engineering techniques to trick users into revealing sensitive data.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 17, 2021

CyberStrength knowledge assessment tool assesses user vulnerabilities beyond email and USB drives, covering critical security issues such as use of mobile devices, social engineering scams, passwords, and web browsing. Specifically developed for CISOs, CIOs, CSOs, IT directors, IT managers, and security awareness program owners.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 3, 2023

The transformation of IT infrastructure moving to SaaS is happening at a rapid rate , and CISOs realize the need for robust security measures that address the unique challenges SaaS creates. Attackers may exploit weak passwords and use social engineering or phishing attacks to gain access to sensitive data.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 24, 2022

Lapsus$ has used tactics such as social engineering, SIM swapping, and paying employees and business partners for access to credentials and multifactor authentication approvals. Reset password for Okta admins. The first known extortion attempt by Lapsus$ included the Brazil Health Ministry in December of 2021.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 28, 2021

And not only work-from-home (WFH) employees have been affected, but also those mobile workers and all the contracted workers and supply chain workers who have largely been going under the radar of CISOs and information security departments for the past two to three decades.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 31, 2021

Jenny Radcliffe, People Hacker & Social Engineer. Utilizing a VPN model also creates the scenario where users must add another credential set to their running list of usernames and passwords to remember. This higher likelihood of mistakes presents a unique challenge to achieving the Zero Trust Model.”.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Here are only seven out of 26 topics: Insider threats Passwords Security of mobile devices Social engineering Viruses Email security Human error To start the course, you need to register and choose the type of account you need. Format: Bite-sized videos with short quizzes after each topic.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Social engineering attacks , including phishing, spam, and viruses introduced via clickable links within e-mail affected 80% of the banking institutions in 2016. VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 30, 2020

There's the people who are doing social engineering attacks. Did someone just forgot to change the default password? There's a lot an IT person can do to prevent being hacked: they can make sure they use strong passwords, or they can make sure that they have proper network architecture. We don't handle that.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 30, 2020

There's the people who are doing social engineering attacks. Did someone just forgot to change the default password? There's a lot an IT person can do to prevent being hacked: they can make sure they use strong passwords, or they can make sure that they have proper network architecture. We don't handle that.

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ForAllSecure

APRIL 30, 2020

There's the people who are doing social engineering attacks. Did someone just forgot to change the default password? There's a lot an IT person can do to prevent being hacked: they can make sure they use strong passwords, or they can make sure that they have proper network architecture. We don't handle that.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 12, 2021

They are words that could strike fear into the heart of a CISO, Chief Risk Officer, or corporate counsel. A Nuclear Engineer for the U.S. This happened through social engineering, which included a secret signal for him in Washington D.C. Once again he unknowingly told the FBI, 'this is how you socially engineer me.'.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 21, 2021

By: Matt Lindley, COO and CISO at NINJIO. The vast majority of cyberattacks rely on social engineering – the deception and manipulation of victims to coerce them into either opening malware or voluntarily providing sensitive information. Meanwhile, a quarter report that they’ve used generic passwords like “password” and “ABC123.”All

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Many security programs focus on employee education (creating a strong password, being aware of phishing, etc.). In addition, make it easy to report security concerns (phishing, data leaks, social engineering , password compromise, etc.). Educate employees. Develop plans and playbooks. Codify procedures and processes.

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Duo's Security Blog

MAY 23, 2023

Your passwords are on the internet. Talks of passkeys, passphrases, and even password less all point in one direction: eroding faith in the previously trusty password tucked under your keyboard. These habits highlight the need for more modern password technology and stronger authentication methods.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

The pandemic is on everyone's mind, and they're using that for social engineering. So they're more likely to recognize the social engineering attacks and report that. They're going to lock their computers, they're not going to share passwords or post passwords on their computer screens.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 2, 2022

This intergalactic tale of lightsaber duels, droids, and the rebel alliance can actually teach us a lot about the importance of strong and secure passwords. So, on the occasion of Star Wars Day - May the 4th be with you – and also World Password Day on May 5th, here are some cybersecurity lessons we can all learn from Star Wars.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Government actions will increase: Expect more government regulations, state-sponsored cyberattacks, and increased documentation required to protect CISOs. Christine Bejerasco, CISO of WithSecure , expands that “in the physical dimension, poisoning the well could impact communities in the area.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Instead of arguing about MFA strength, VPN vendor, or nation-state treat actors, let’s finish our conversation about using dedicated administrator accounts and unique passwords. As we shift to hybrid workloads, identity is becoming more complex. The move to the cloud has created bigger, more rewarding, and easier to penetrate targets.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

These groups are also shifting toward more human-centric exploits , like social engineering and insider assistance. Cyber threats often exploit human errors, whether through phishing attacks, weak passwords, or lapses in protocol. But it doesnt stop there.

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