Hot for Security

APRIL 19, 2021

A recent study analyzing the most effective social media phishing scams shows that LinkedIn-related emails were among the most successful entry points in the first quarter of 2021. According to KnowBe4’s simulated phishing tests report, 42% of employees will click on email subjects posing as authentic LinkedIn correspondence.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Once delivered, a phish typically wants to invoke emotion and prey on our natural desires to act and help fix a problem, such as “you have to do X, or else X will happen”. Phishing requires you to act with a specific set of instructions Don’t engage and trust nothing. Look beyond the email sender and website URLs used.

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Dark Reading

JUNE 30, 2023

The APT35 group (aka Charming Kitten), have added backdoor capabilities to their spear-phishing payloads — and targeted an Israeli reporter with it.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 22, 2024

Adaptive phishing campaigns are emerging as an increasingly sophisticated threat in the cybersecurity landscape. The phenomenon This phenomenon represents an evolution of traditional phishing tactics, as attackers seek to overcome defenses using more personalized and targeted approaches.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Social media phishing scammers are proliferating as cybercriminals look for ways to capture credentials & data in a challenging economy. The post Don’t Make Friends With Social Media Phishing Scammers appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 11, 2020

Some 84% of phishing URLs seen by content delivery network Akamai were abusing media and e-commerce companies.

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Heimadal Security

MAY 5, 2021

Agency for Global Media (USAGM) recently revealed that a phishing attack from December 2020 exposed the personal information of current and former employees and their beneficiaries, including full names and Social Security numbers. Agency for Global Media Targeted by Phishers appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Cyber cops in Ukraine carried out an arrest and several raids last week in connection with the author of a U-Admin , a software package used to administer what’s being called “one of the world’s largest phishing services.” The U-Admin phishing panel interface. Image: fr3d.hk/blog. ” U-Admin, a.k.a.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

What is Phishing? One of the most common techniques used to exploit web users is the phishing scam. This article will cover what phishing is, cybercriminals’ different approaches, and how to prevent yourself from becoming a victim. What is Phishing? How Does Phishing Work? Spear Phishing.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

How to Identify and Avoid Holiday Phishing Scams IdentityIQ The holiday season brings joy, celebrations, and… a surge in online scams. Holiday phishing scams are an ongoing issue that ramps up when folks are feeling the most festive. What Is a Phishing Scam? How Does Phishing Work? What Are the Types of Phishing Attacks?

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

What Is Spear Phishing and How to Avoid It IdentityIQ Have you ever clicked a suspicious link or opened an unexpected attachment, only to realize it was a scam? That’s where spear phishing comes in – a particularly cunning form of online deception. What Is Spear Phishing?

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 21, 2024

Then they switch to the best practices to prevent social media account takeovers, highlighting […] The post The World of Scambaiting, Preventing Social Media Account Takeovers, Network Wrenches Hacked appeared first on Shared Security Podcast.

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Threatpost

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

Cybercriminals can use social media in many ways in order to trick employees.

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The Hacker News

JANUARY 5, 2023

The notorious information-stealer known as Vidar is continuing to leverage popular social media services such as TikTok, Telegram, Steam, and Mastodon as an intermediate command-and-control (C2) server.

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Appknox

JUNE 30, 2022

Social media is both a boon and a bane. billion active social media users worldwide. billion active social media users worldwide. This is precisely the very reason why cyber criminals love social media as well. Keeping this in mind, we have created an ultimate social media security checklist.

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Bleeping Computer

MAY 4, 2021

Agency for Global Media (USAGM) has disclosed a data breach that exposed the personal information of current and former employees and their beneficiaries. [.].

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Javvad Malik

JULY 19, 2022

The second was a Discord phishing campaign where people would recieve messages being accsed of sending explicit photos. The techniques of these phishing attacks vary. From a technical side, people should enable MFA and also regularly review which 3rd parties have been granted access to their social media accounts.

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Hot for Security

JUNE 25, 2021

Social media feels like the natural evolution of technology, like something that would have happened no matter what. It’s too late now to re-model social media, so we have to learn to live with what we have and make better choices from here on out. The Social Media we should have had. The Social Media we truly have.

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Bleeping Computer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

A new Instagram phishing campaign is underway, attempting to scam users of the popular social media platform by luring them with a blue-badge offer. [.].

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CSO Magazine

MAY 25, 2022

Computer vision cybersecurity startup PIXM has expanded its line of antiphishing products with the launch of PIXM Mobile, a solution to protect individuals and enterprises from targeted and unknown phishing attacks on mobile devices. To read this article in full, please click here

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Users of social media and Facebook in particular tend to forget how many people can see the “public” part of their profile and posts. Social media and scams. Social media is a perfect way for scammers to reach a lot of people, and we often see them using this to round up victims. Don’t give information like that away.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 15, 2022

With it comes new versions of social media phishing attacks and scams. The post Phishing in the Metaverse: The New Reality of Brand Protection appeared first on Security Boulevard. The Metaverse is an emerging reality, albeit a virtual one. How can you protect your brand in this new world? We can help.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 28, 2023

In May 2023, a phishing campaign was launched that targeted a major U.S. This phishing scam is a reminder of the dangers of QR codes. Like with any phish, be leery of anything from unknown sources or that instills a sense of urgency. Report it as a phish, delete, or ignore.

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SC Magazine

JULY 2, 2021

Researchers reported on Friday that cybercriminals are mimicking legitimate correspondence to actively target popular cloud applications DocuSign and SharePoint in phishing attacks designed to steal user log-in credentials. The post Phishing attack targets DocuSign and SharePoint users appeared first on SC Media.

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BH Consulting

AUGUST 31, 2023

When we think about social media, we think about the nice side of it: staying in touch with friends and family, getting updates about our interests – but the more active we are on it, the more risk we’re exposed to. Having policies and procedures to secure social media accounts and minimise the potential for incidents can help.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. The age of digitization has transformed social media platforms into essential tools for personal and professional communication. Why should I secure my social media accounts?” What are some strategies for securing my accounts?”

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Approachable Cyber Threats

MARCH 24, 2023

Try these tips for securing the digital treasure trove that is your social media presence. The age of digitization has transformed social media platforms into essential tools for personal and professional communication. Why should I secure my social media accounts?” What are some strategies for securing my accounts?”

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Short-lived phishing sites often offered to see the premieres before the eagerly awaited movie or television show was scheduled to hit the screen. At the beginning of that year, we still observed phishing attacks that used the themes of infection and prevention as the bait.

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Dark Reading

DECEMBER 17, 2020

At least 28 third-party add-ons for top social media sites, including Facebook and Vimeo, redirect users to phishing sites and steal data.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

They’re on social media. The post Anatomy of a Phishing Scam | Avast appeared first on Security Boulevard. Sometimes it feels like scammers are coming at you from every direction these days. They’re on the phone. They’re on SMS.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

With children now back at school, it’s time to think about social media, and their use of it. Now is the time to consider giving your kids some security and privacy tips for all their social media needs. Tales of empty houses being broadcast to the world at large on social media may not end well. The value of anonymity.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Spear phishing is a more targeted and effective phishing technique that attempts to exploit specific individuals or groups within an organization. While phishing uses a broader range of tactics, such as mass emailing to random recipients, spear phishing is often well-researched and tailored to high-value targets.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Threat actors have launched a phishing campaign targeting more than 125 TikTok ‘Influencer’ accounts in an attempt to hijack them. Researchers from Abnormal Security uncovered a phishing scam aimed at hijacking at least 125 TikTok ‘Influencer’ accounts. SecurityAffairs – hacking, phishing ). ” concludes the report.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 21, 2023

What is Clone Phishing and How Do I Avoid It? One of the most devious tricks that they use is called clone phishing. In this blog post, we dive into the world of clone phishing, shedding light on what it is, the potential risks it poses, and most importantly, how to protect yourself from falling victim to it.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

When most people think about social media and cybersecurity, they typically think about hackers taking over Instagram accounts or Facebook Messenger scammers taking private information. The Identity Theft Resource Center’s 2022 Consumer Impact Report revealed that social media account takeovers have grown by 1,000% in one year.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 26, 2021

If you or anyone you know is committing the below social media sins, it’s time to change that habit of an online lifetime. With this handy list, you’ll hopefully avoid the most common mistakes which are served up to social media with a dash of eternal regret. Back in 2017 we looked at the trend of posting X-Rays to social media.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Originally, the technology gained its reputation from its use in entertainment and media. Cybercriminals have been quick to recognize and take advantage of these new capabilities, which has given birth to a new epoch of phishing called "deepfake phishing." Fake YouTube and TikTok videos are already a common sighting.

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