SecureWorld News

JUNE 15, 2021

Phishing attacks hit an all-time high earlier this year, and your end-users should certainly be trained on how to identify them. The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) has released its Phishing Activity Trends Report, 1st Quarter 2021 , which dives into phishing attacks and other identity theft techniques.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data breaches reached an all-time high, leaving a trail of identity theft cases. This has left victims scrambling to understand the extent of the damage and how to help protect themselves against the evolving threat of identity theft. But the numbers alone tell only part of the story.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

APRIL 17, 2023

The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reported that over 422.1 Cybersecurity experts advise against using the same password for multiple accounts as this could leave you more vulnerable to further attacks and identity theft. million victims were impacted by a data breach in 2022 alone.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

APRIL 17, 2023

The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reported that over 422.1 Cybersecurity experts advise against using the same password for multiple accounts as this could leave you more vulnerable to further attacks and identity theft. Risk Level 3 Data breaches are a significant concern here in the digital age.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

How to Help Protect Your Digital Footprint IdentityIQ Every click, search, and interaction online contributes to your digital footprint – an intricate trail of data that encapsulates your digital identity. Be Mindful of Your Online Accounts Your online accounts are key access points to your digital identity.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 6, 2021

Among phishing schemes to emerge recently is one targeting university students with promises of tax refunds. companies that offer online shopping, eSentire said this time it caught attackers spear phishing a professional working in the health care technology industry. “It Scammers target.edu addresses with IRS-themed phish.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 19, 2021

BEC/EAC is a sophisticated scam targeting both businesses and individuals performing transfers of funds,” the bureau’s cyber squad explains. That’s no small feat, considering that ransomware itself stands out as a highly profitable business in the bigger cyber-threat landscape. Losses registered in 2020 totaled $4.2

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 15, 2021

Phishing attacks hit an all-time high earlier this year, and your end-users should certainly be trained on how to identify them. The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) has released its Phishing Activity Trends Report, 1st Quarter 2021 , which dives into phishing attacks and other identity theft techniques.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 30, 2024

This alleged attack on Ticketmaster is an unpleasant reminder that no organization is immune from cyber threats. The good news for Ticketmaster customers is that some of the more sensitive information hasn't been stolen, including full card numbers, so likely this could be used for targeted phishing.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

APRIL 17, 2023

The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reported that over 422.1 Cybersecurity experts advise against using the same password for multiple accounts as this could leave you more vulnerable to further attacks and identity theft. million victims were impacted by a data breach in 2022 alone.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 1, 2023

The role of cybersecurity in financial institutions is very vital as the number and severity of cyber threats continues to rise by each day. Financial institutions face a range of cybersecurity threats, including phishing attacks, malware, ransomware, and denial of service ( DDoS ) attacks.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 10, 2024

However, you should always keep in mind these tips to help avoid tech support phone scams. Sarah Jones, Cyber Threat Intelligence Research Analyst at Critical Start : "The Dell data breach exposes a concerning pattern, even if the company maintains that only basic customer information was compromised.

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Vipre

JANUARY 25, 2021

Thus, an antivirus is the most important security tool that everyone must have to protect themselves from viruses, malware, trojans, and similar cyber threats. Identity Theft Protection Tools. Identity theft is a serious threat and one that should not be taken lightly. Ad Blockers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2022 Consumer Impact Report revealed that social media account takeovers have grown by 1,000% in one year. Putting yourself out there on social media platforms opens up your personal information to cyber threats. It’s for good reason that this is top-of-mind.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

However, with the increasing number of cyber threats lurking in the digital realm, protecting your social media accounts has become paramount. In this post, we will discuss the importance of securing your social media accounts and offer tips on how to keep your digital identity safe.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

However, with the increasing number of cyber threats lurking in the digital realm, protecting your social media accounts has become paramount. In this post, we will discuss the importance of securing your social media accounts and offer tips on how to keep your digital identity safe.

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Cytelligence

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

While the dark web has many legitimate uses, such as providing a platform for political dissidents and whistleblowers to share information safely, it is also a breeding ground for illegal activities such as drug trafficking, hacking, and identity theft. As a result, it poses a significant threat to consumers and businesses alike.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2022

LinkedIn scams that target the public accounts of executives are on the rise and contributed to more than 40% of all phishing and social media cyber incidents in the second quarter of 2022. Who’d fake an executive’s LinkedIn profile page? Bad actors, of course. Executive impersonation is nothing new. And it’s easily done.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

The 2022 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report found that all types of cyberattacks increased in 2021. Encrypted threats spiked 167%, ransomware increased 105%, and 5.4 CEOs who say that cybersecurity is the biggest threat to short-term growth have doubled in the past year. Also read: Mobile Malware: Threats and Solutions.

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Hot for Security

MAY 25, 2021

Since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, spikes in online scams, fraud, identity theft, phishing and malware attacks have served as a constant reminder that individuals are waging war on two fronts.

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Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

You can also use two-factor authentication for added protection and ensure the password manager is regularly updated to help prevent identity theft and minimize the risk of hacking. It’s an excellent solution for anyone who wants to protect their online accounts and personal data from cyber threats.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2021

Were such detailed personally identifiable information (PII) to fall in the wrong hands, it could have been used in the execution of a wide range of cyber threats. Each data set would on its own provide valuable information for an attacker but combining all of them makes the threat much more formidable. Identity Theft and Fraud.

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SC Magazine

JULY 13, 2021

“The tech’s getting better and the cost is getting lower and those things are probably what’s working against the [security] community,” said Sean Nikkel, senior cyber threat intel analyst at Digital Shadows. Anyone today can create a domain and then leverage software such as WordPress to quickly create a website,” said Ventura.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

With database access, thieves can use the data to commit fraud, blackmail, extortion, identity theft and to turn a quick profit by selling it to other criminals on the dark web. To help protect businesses, there are cybersecurity solutions to address the threats most common to each component of the tech stack.

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Webroot

JANUARY 20, 2021

However, about six months into my role at Webroot, I was successfully phished by our IT department who were sending out simulated phishing emails at the time. Coronavirus scams are spreading nearly as fast as the virus itself. They’ve also shut down hundreds of suspected phishing sites, which promise vaccines and other aid.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

APRIL 9, 2021

Buying services like identity theft monitoring can help, but the best way is by freezing your credit. Instead, make sure you stay alert for phishing emails (emails that try to trick you into doing something bad) since your email has probably been added to a spam list and you’ll be receiving more junk email soon.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 31, 2021

Cybercriminals often leverage social engineering tactics like phishing and spear-phishing to propagate sophisticated malware. Ransomware is one of the most widespread cyber threats, making up at least 27% of all malware incidents as per Verizon’s annual DBIR report (2020). Ransomware. Less Common Types of Malware.

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