Security Affairs

MAY 24, 2025

law firms for 2 years using callback phishing and social engineering extortion tactics. law firms using phishing and social engineering. “Implement basic cyber hygiene to include being suspicious, robust passwords, multifactor authentication, and installation of antivirus tools.” ” concludes the report.

Social Engineering

Digital Shadows

JANUARY 22, 2025

Were thrilled to unveil our latest threat landscape report for the finance and insurance sector, offering in-depth analysis of the evolving cyber threats facing this industry. Use early detection tools like honeypots or CanaryTokens to counter attackers using tools like Nmap and Angry IP Scanner.

Insurance

The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 23, 2024

As small businesses increasingly depend on digital technologies to operate and grow, the risks associated with cyber threats also escalate. Cary, NC, Oct. 22, 2024, CyberNewswire — INE Security offers essential advice to protect digital assets and enhance security.

Small Business

Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Top MITRE Technique: Spearphishing The construction sector is no stranger to phishing attacks, which topped the list of initial access techniques between October 1, 2023, and September 30, 2024. Phishing is favored by threat actors for its simplicity and effectiveness.

Ransomware

The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The growing sophistication of cyber threats demands robust identity assurance solutions that include multifactor authentication, risk monitoring and adaptive verification collectively forming multi-factor verification (MFV.) AI-powered cryptocurrency attacks will automate phishing and exploit vulnerabilities.

Risk

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The American Water cyber breach has sparked conversations about the importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding essential services and the growing frequency of cyber threats targeting public utilities. Train Employees in Cybersecurity Best Practices Phishing awareness: Many cyberattacks begin with phishing emails.

Cybersecurity

Security Affairs

JUNE 11, 2025

Meanwhile, Hong Kong Police analyzed over 1,700 intel items from INTERPOL, uncovering 117 command-and-control servers used for phishing, fraud, and social media scams. INTERPOL continues to support practical, collaborative action against global cyber threats. said Neal Jetton, INTERPOL’s Director of Cybercrime.

Cybercrime

IT Security Guru

APRIL 25, 2025

Phishing is a great example of this, with it evolving from simple email scams to more malicious and carefully thought-out attacks. As more people shift to online financial platforms or cryptocurrencies, digital wallets have become a common target for phishing scams.

Scams

Digital Shadows

MARCH 12, 2025

Lets dive into the key findings from this period and explore how organizations in this sector can strengthen their defenses against rising cyber threats. Nearly half of phishing emails targeting the sector (44%) contained credential harvestersfake login pages designed to steal user credentials.

Cyber threats

The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 7, 2025

Rise of AI-driven threats AI has altered the dynamics of cyber conflict, enabling attackers to execute sophisticated operations previously associated with state-sponsored entities. AI-generated phishing emails, adaptive botnets, and automated reconnaissance tools are now common components of cybercriminal tactics.

Threat Detection

SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2025

March Madness is here, and while fans are busy filling out brackets and making last-minute bets, cybercriminals are running their own full-court presstargeting unsuspecting fans with phishing scams, fake betting apps, and credential-harvesting schemes. This scenario follows the common phishing tactics: strike at personal interest.

Scams

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Crypto companies must now adopt advanced cybersecurity measures to ward off sophisticated threats such as malware and phishing attacks, and there's likely to be an increased focus on developing comprehensive insurance and risk management strategies to mitigate potential financial losses."

Hacking

Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The notice reads: “On July 18, 2024, the city discovered that it had experienced a cybersecurity incident in which a foreign cyber threat actor attempted to disrupt the City’s IT infrastructure, in a possible effort to deploy ransomware and solicit a ransom payment from the City.” 2FA that relies on a FIDO2 device can’t be phished.

Data breaches

Security Affairs

JULY 9, 2025

“In the volatile aftermath of the Israel-Iran-USA conflict, a sophisticated cyber threat has reemerged, targeting organizations across the West. Morphisec’s threat research team has uncovered the revival of Pay2Key, an Iranian-backed ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation, now operating as Pay2Key.I2P.”

Ransomware

SecureWorld News

JANUARY 7, 2025

Their themes touch on phishing, man-in-the middle attacks, cryptography and decryption, incident response, and more. Lured by the Sweet: Avoiding the Phishing Trap Similar to Hansel and Gretel, who were tempted by a candy-coated trap, phishing attacks entice victims with seemingly irresistible offers or legitimate-looking emails and websites.

Cybersecurity

IT Security Guru

JANUARY 9, 2025

As we begin the New Year, it offers a chance for reflection on 2024 and to consider what we can do as security professionals and business leaders in 2025 that will keep us relevant and in the best position to counter cyber threats going forward.

Cybersecurity

Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Veriti Research has uncovered a potentially growing cyber threat campaign surrounding the release of the declassified JFK, RFK, and MLK files. Attackers are capitalizing on public interest in these historical documents to launch potential malware campaigns, phishing schemes, and exploit attempts.

Phishing

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

However, even seemingly limited breaches can have downstream effects, enabling phishing attacks and social engineering schemes. As cyber threats evolve, businesses should reassess their third-party risk management strategies. How did this happen?

Data breaches

Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Cyber threats are no longer just the occasional virus or suspicious email. Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. Anti-phishing protection Shields you from phishing attempts. The answer is a resounding yes.

Antivirus

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory warning organizations about Ghost (Cring) ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has been compromising critical infrastructure, businesses, and government entities worldwide. Use Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.

Ransomware

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 28, 2025

From bogus IRS messages to sneaky links designed to swipe your refund (and identity), phishing scams are ramping up. Common tax scams, including a Ghost Preparer One prevalent scam involves phishing emails and text messages that appear to be from the IRS or reputable tax preparation services.

Scams

Hacker's King

DECEMBER 24, 2024

With the advent of new technologies and rising cyber threats , 2025 promises significant shifts in the cybersecurity domain. AI-powered malware and phishing schemes can adapt to defenses in real time, making them harder to detect and counter.

Cybersecurity

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Since 2021, the Crazy Evil gang has become a major cybercriminal group, using phishing, identity fraud, and malware to steal cryptocurrency. Crazy Evil has earned over $5 million through phishing scams since 2021. Expertise in deploying cryptocurrency wallet drainers and setting up phishing landing pages is also highly valued.

Scams

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 19, 2024

As cyber threats escalate, the demand for skilled professionals in cybersecurity is skyrocketing. You may also want to read about: Cybersecurity vs Software Engineering in 2024 The Global Rise of Cyber Threats In the past decade, cyber threats have grown in frequency, complexity, and impact.

Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, on February 6th unveiled Canada's National Cyber Security Strategy (NCSS), a long-term plan to protect Canadians, businesses, and critical infrastructure from an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape. The immediate knee jerk reaction to this is, FINALLY!"

Cyber threats

Security Affairs

OCTOBER 25, 2024

In short, these assessments are a crucial part of any effective cybersecurity strategy, ensuring comprehensive protection from a variety of cyber threats and compliance with data protection regulatory standards. Automated testing resources such as DLPtest.com are invaluable for this process.

Risk

Jane Frankland

MAY 3, 2025

Allegedly orchestrated by the same group known as Scattered Spider, these attacks highlight the significant challenges even the most respected and established brands face in defending against modern cyber threats. Then, the focus of cyber attacks on retailers, and what lessons must be learned by business leaders and customers.

Cyber Attacks

The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 6, 2025

Within seconds, it pulls together identity exposure data across third-party breaches, malware infections, and successful phishes, as well as patterns of behavior on infostealer-infected devices to generate actionable finished intelligence that points to potential insider threats – malicious, negligent, and compromised. .”

Threat Detection

Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Threat actors target Brazilian users by stealing financial data, the malware can harvest sensitive information from over 70 financial applications and numerous websites. The Coyote Banking Trojan supports multiple malicious functions, including keylogging, capturing screenshots, and displaying phishing overlays to steal sensitive credentials.

Banking

The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

SpyCloud , a leading identity threat protection company, announced key innovations in its portfolio, pioneering the shift to holistic identity threat protection. These sprawling identities, exposed through breaches, infostealer infections, and phishing attacks, create shadow data that traditional tools simply cant address.

Cybercrime

SecureWorld News

APRIL 13, 2025

Cyber threats evolve daily, often outpacing traditional security measures. On defense, AI analyzes network traffic, detects anomalies, and responds to threats in real time. Unlike traditional signature-based systems, AI excels at identifying new and unknown cyber threats, making security stronger and more adaptive.

Cybersecurity

eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 4, 2024

With cyberattacks on operating systems, applications, and networks becoming more sophisticated, the tech giant formulated a strategy to enhance the protection of Windows systems, focusing strongly on phishing attacks. During the Ignite 2024 conference, Microsoft announced the Windows Resiliency Initiative to address these security concerns.

Encryption

Hacker's King

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Activities during this week include engaging workshops, informative webinars, and community events, all designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate today’s cyber threats effectively. Stay Informed: Cyber threats are constantly evolving.

Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

"Companies need to continually monitor the Darkweb for credentials related to their own organization and limit exposure to the public related to organizational structure and roles to reduce risk," said Ken Dunham , Cyber Threat Director at Qualys Threat Research Unit. "In

Data breaches

Security Affairs

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The government agencies released a guide that advises telecom and critical infrastructure defenders on best practices to strengthen network security against PRC-linked and other cyber threats. The agencies recommend robust measures to protect enterprise networks against cyber threats. ” continues the advisory.

Telecommunications

Hacker's King

DECEMBER 21, 2024

The proliferation of cyber threats demands innovative solutions, and generative AI is emerging as a transformative force in this arena. Far beyond its applications in content creation or virtual assistants, generative AI is revolutionizing cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection, automating responses, and fortifying defenses.

Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

APRIL 10, 2025

Operational readiness: Reducing the workforce means fewer hands on deck to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats in real-time. Resource allocation: With less staffing, CISA may struggle to keep up with the increasingly complex cyber threats and vulnerabilities that target critical sectors.

Energy and Utilities