Security Boulevard

MAY 16, 2024

A surge in phishing attacks that use emails appearing to be from DocuSign is being fueled by a Russian dark web marketplace that has a wide range of take templates and login credentials. Abnormal Security saw a “concerning uptick” of such emails peppering some of its customers over the past month and began looking for.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 25, 2024

Both Microsoft and Malwarebytes in recent days have outlined various scams being used to steal sensitive information, drop malicious payloads, or make payments to fake. The post Tax Scams Ramping Up as the April 15 Deadline Approaches appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. Effective implementation improves data throughput, system reliability, and overall security for any organization.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 31, 2022

The number of COVID-19 test-related phishing scams increased by 521% between October 2021 and January 2022, according to a report published by Barracuda Networks, a provider of security and data protection platforms.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

A quarter of Valentine’s Day-themed spam emails intercepted by Bitdefender's filters were identified as scams aimed at defrauding recipients. The post Valentine’s Day Scams Woo the Lonely-Hearted appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2023

FCC Acts on SMS Scam-Spam — But Will It Work? appeared first on Security Boulevard. Federal Communications Commission rules to block illegal text messages. What took you so long? The post FINALLY!

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The consistent implementation of firewall best practices establish a strong defense against cyber attacks to secure sensitive data, protect the integrity and continuity of business activities, and ensure network security measures function optimally. Why It Matters By restricting access, this strategy mitigates potential damage.

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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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SecureWorld News

JUNE 17, 2024

While no details were provided about the potential perpetrators, the scam highlights how threat actors exploit the authority of government agencies to trick victims into complying with illicit demands. Companies must employ AI themselves to fight these scams."

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 5, 2021

Mass-mailing service Mailgun had one of its larger accounts – the email marketing account for fast-food chain Chipotle – compromised and used to target USAA users, Microsoft users, and others with malware, according to anti-phish agency Inky , which detected 121 phishing emails originating from the compromised account.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

It could be a vishing scam. Vishing, a combination of “voice” and “phishing”, is a fraudulent scheme that aims to trick you into revealing sensitive information. During a vishing call, a skilled scammer uses social engineering […] The post Voice Phishing Attacks: How to Prevent and Respond to Them appeared first on CybeReady.

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SecureBlitz

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In 2020, cyberattacks witnessed an unprecedented increase, targeting many industries, from phishing scams to system hacks exploiting vulnerable endpoints and weak network security.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 17, 2023

A robust risk management program should include regular assessments of security controls and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. About the essayist: Harman Singh is a security consultant serving business customers at Cyphere. Tick-in-the-box training.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 28, 2024

Pork Talk: “Pig butchering” scams are on the rise via social media. The post ‘Microsoft’ Scammers Steal the Most, says FTC appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 8, 2022

Every year, millions of organizations and internet users suffer from credential theft and scams perpetrated online. Phishing remains the most common method used by threat actors; stolen passwords and session cookies allow them to hijack people’s accounts.

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BH Consulting

APRIL 30, 2025

Its top three cybercrimes, based on reports from victims, were: phishing/spoofing, extortion and personal data breaches. Microsoft marks progress on security initiative Microsofts Secure Future Initiative (SFI) progress report marks advancements in the companys multi-year cybersecurity strategy.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

Avoid Common Scams and Sketchy Characters Since you are likely a one-person company that doesn’t have an IT team to detect issues and solve problems, you will need to be extra cautious of the companies and clients with which you interact. Part of that is being aware of common scams that could spell big trouble.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

If you’re looking to protect your entire home network, learn more about overall network security. 5 McAfee Total Protection is a set of five consumer security plans that include antivirus, web protection, and safety scores. Even McAfee’s most basic plan includes a VPN, identity monitoring, and text scam detection.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

It warns you about phishing attempts. Firewall and network protection : Microsoft Defender’s built-in firewall actively monitors private and public network traffic, preventing unauthorized connections. McAfees most basic plan consists of a VPN and text scam detection features that Microsoft Defender lacks.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2025

5 Customer support: 4/5 Bitdefender Small Business Security is a device and email protection product that helps protect users from scams. Bitdefender Small Business Security is designed for SMBs with 25 users or fewer, so if you have more employees, I recommend checking out Bitdefender GravityZone instead. 5 Pricing: 3.8/5

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 1, 2024

There is a significant gap between enterprises’ high expectations that their communications service provider will provide the security needed to protect them against voice and messaging scams and the level of security those CSPs offer, according to telecom and cybersecurity software maker Enea.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 13, 2024

At the RSA Conference last month, Netcraft introduced a generative AI-powered platform designed to interact with cybercriminals to gain insights into the operations of the conversational scams they’re running and disrupt their attacks.

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

With so many well known banking sites falling short when it comes to blocking fraudsters, cybersecurity experts at VPNOverview have compiled a list of 12 safety tips to keep your money safe from malware and phishing scams. What are the possible dangers of online banking?

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Security Affairs

MAY 11, 2020

Secured Network. Network security should be the utmost priority of anyone dealing with the confidential data. Most of the data breaches occur due to insecure networks. To maximize your network security, always protect your router with a unique password and use an encrypted network.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

During the reporting period, Emotet evolved into a botnet, increased its activity, and initiated new localized spam campaigns with spear-phishing functionality to install ransomware or steal information.". More on these things in a minute. Web-based Attacks. Web Application Attacks. Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS). Identity Theft.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Below, we explore the banking sector’s most common cyber security threats, highlighting real-world incidents and current trends. Phishing Attacks Phishing remains one of the most prevalent threats in the banking industry. AI is particularly effective at mitigating phishing and fraud attacks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 18, 2022

As more and more businesses increase the number of their digital assets and incorporate new technology to operate, they turn their attack surface into an intricate network. Securing all the systems that include remote employees’ endpoint devices and multi-cloud environments has been a challenge.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

These baseline account takeovers can then be leveraged to spread spam, distribute phishing scams, launch denial of service attacks, infiltrate and plunder networks, execute wire fraud and more. The opportunity we see here is to transform application security, in a similar fashion.”.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 24, 2023

About 90% of cyber attacks begin with a phishing email, text or malicious link, so training users not to click on anything they’re not sure about could have the highest return on investment (ROI) of any prevention technique — if those training efforts are successful and reinforced. Don’t click on anything you’re unsure of.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 11, 2022

He says a challenge for organizations now is that many underestimate the sophistication and urgency of Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks which arrive primarily to the inbox as a phish: "Sophisticated hackers have moved way beyond misspelled, poorly-formatted emails. And how convenient, there are two buttons you can click to get phished.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 22, 2024

million Windows devices and creating the opportunity for bad actors to run phishing and other malicious campaigns. The post Scammers Rush In to Exploit CrowdStrike Chaos appeared first on Security Boulevard. Scammers are rushing into exploit the chaos created when an software update by CrowdStrike went awry, knocking out 8.5

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If attackers can inject malicious code into these apps, they can deface websites with their own messages, steal customer data as they enter it in website forms, redirect visitors to phishing sites and more. Network security. Operating system security. How does cybersecurity protect the tech stack?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

B2B If you are a shared workspace company, for example, your followers are likely interested in ways to establish network security in a hybrid workplace. Followers of a hiring software company likely want to see how to hire more securely online.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 21, 2023

International authorities took two big swipes at cybercriminals this week, with Interpol and others rounding up almost 3,500 suspects in a 34-country operation to crack down on cyber-scams one day while German police the next day said they shut down a dark web marketplace called Kingdom Market. Combined with the move by the U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2024

Attackers steal cookies through phishing, malware, and MITM attacks, resulting in data theft, financial loss, and identity theft. Long-term threats need a serious effort to secure stolen data and safeguard your privacy against further misuse. Phishing scams and rogue websites can spread cookie-stealing software.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Its primary goal is safeguarding sensitive information, detecting and responding to security incidents, and ensuring that data and systems remain secure against malware, ransomware, phishing, and hacking attempts. Equip your team to recognize phishing scams, securely handle devices, and protect sensitive information.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Most simply don’t have the resources to employ a dedicated cybersecurity team or invest in comprehensive security awareness training, leaving employees more vulnerable to phishing attacks and other scams. Phishing: Phishing attacks aren’t new, but they’ve become even easier for cybercriminals to execute.

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