Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2021

Millions in the UK Targeted by Malware via a DHL Scam Text Message. Millions of UK citizens received a scam text message (aka smashing) which impersonated DHL in April. NCSC advice FluBot: Guidance for ‘package delivery’ text message scam . How Strong is Your Password? Stay safe and secure. Million of the Costs.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 16, 2021

The kind that could throw off even your most security-aware employees. Carefully crafted emails like these containing a malicious link can fool even the most security-aware of employees. Preventing phishing attacks, like the latest phony HR scams, should not fall on individual employees alone.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 30, 2023

This hoax involves what's called a captive portal, which is a web page that prompts users to enter personal information or login credentials, such as usernames and passwords. As is the case with another notorious Google Docs phishing scam , security tools don't interpret such a message as malicious because it is sent by Google.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 21, 2024

Cybersecurity experts recommend: Only using verified, reputable websites and mobile apps for any sports streams or betting activities Enabling multi-factor authentication and using password managers or passwordless options Installing mobile security solutions to detect malicious apps and phishing sites Providing security awareness training on risks (..)

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 1, 2023

To top it off, the average amount of money requested in wire transfer business email compromise (BEC) scams reached a whopping $93,881. It means that perpetrators have a greater chance of depositing malicious programs than pilfering passwords via a phony web form. They add an extra layer of monetization to these attacks.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 19, 2022

The report also includes a list of mitigation measures to increase the resilience of company networks: Implement a recovery plan to maintain and retain multiple copies of sensitive or proprietary data and servers in a physically separate, segmented, and secure location (i.e., Regularly back up data, password protect backup copies offline.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The FBI provided the following mitigations to protect against ransomware attacks: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Use strong passwords and regularly change passwords to network systems and accounts, implementing the shortest acceptable timeframe for password changes.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

When openly available to the public, such information can be gathered and exploited in phishing, BEC and impersonation campaigns to craft more convincing scams. For instance, if you’re going to post about your children and dogs, then you definitely don’t want some combination of your kid’s and pooch’s name as your password.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

Here are the top ten most common mistakes employees make that expose their workplaces: Falling for phishing emails that pretend to be an official request for something sensitive, like a password. Falling for social engineering scams that trick users into giving away too much information, often to a phone caller. Bringing bugs to work.

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SC Magazine

JUNE 24, 2021

Iyer also believes that the frequency emails sent from businesses and employers related to password resets, security alerts, locked accounts, order confirmations and invoices have increased during the pandemic as well. According to Iyer, it’s relatively easy and cheap for cybercriminals set up this kind of scam. “

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

Cybercriminals have been using a phishing kit featuring fake Office 365 password alerts as a lure to target the credentials of chief executives, business owners and other high-level corporate leaders. The scheme highlights the role and responsibility upper management plays in ensuring the security of their own company’s assets.

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Webroot

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Social Engineering is when hackers impersonate trusted associates or acquaintances to manipulate people into giving up their passwords, banking information, date of birth or anything else that could be used for identity theft. After clicking the link and entering the info, your security is compromised. Where to learn more.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Traditionally, this approach to authentication delivers a unique code to a user's email or phone, which is then inputted following the account password. While MFA adds an extra security shield to accounts, deterring most cybercriminals, determined attackers can find ways to sidestep it. SMS-based MFA MFA via SMS (i.e.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 10, 2023

Security awareness programs for all employees. .” – Neeraj Vijay, CISSP Chinatu Uzuegbu, CISSP recommends Online/Virtual Trainings/Webinars Face-to-face knowledge sharing with demonstrations. Batch training for the Identity Management key players. Training based on the Need-to-Know and Least Privilege.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 10, 2019

In the not-so-distant past, banks dealt with online and account takeover fraud, where hackers stole passwords and used phishing scams to target specific individuals. But now not only are you providing the fake username and password, but you’re providing all this information about the phone itself. That’s finally advanced.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 23, 2023

Individuals and organizations should prioritize security awareness training, implement email security measures, and encourage vigilance when dealing with unusual or urgent requests. It provides an additional degree of security beyond just a login and password.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 1, 2022

Travel security and risk management have become increasingly important over the past few years due to the rising threat of cyberattacks and major challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Scams, device theft, interception of itineraries from enterprise travel security platforms, and physical safety threats are all potential risks.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Criminals leverage all of it, exposing people to scams," he said. A lot of changes were made after Operation Aurora, and Charlet said Google will have an exciting announcement next month to coordinate with Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Using strong passwords and a password manager. Updating software.

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Security Through Education

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month taught us the importance of safe practices such as the use of multifactor authentication, strong passwords, and VPNs. This time of year also brings a surge of promotional scams. Beware of Delivery Scams! Deals and Promotions.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 7, 2021

The University of California is using the data breach to raise security awareness among everyone tied to the University system, however, specifics are limited. Protect your passwords — Your old tricks for setting and storing your passwords may no longer be up to the task.". If it’s suspicious, report it!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 3, 2021

You might be downloading Trojans or keyloggers which can allow criminals easy access to all sorts of personal data on your computer – including bank account passwords, credit card numbers, social security numbers… The list goes on. Implement Security Awareness Training. Think Before Clicking.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

IoT-enabled scams and hacks quickly ramped up to a high level – and can be expected to accelerate through 2021 and beyond. The infamous Mirai botnet self-replicated by seeking out hundreds of thousands of home routers with weak or non-existent passwords. In response, threat actors are hustling to take full advantage.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 17, 2023

It can be challenging for defences to distinguish between insider threats and regular user activity since insider threats employ genuine accounts, passwords, and IT technologies. These findings imply that security teams should prepare for them in 2023. Overall, insider threats are becoming a more significant threat.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 24, 2023

Run the same email through ChatGPT on GPT-4 and you not only get flawless official-sounding prose out the other end, but it adds its own helpful advice: We urge you to take immediate action and secure your computer by changing your password, running a virus scan, and enabling two-factor authentication. Cybersecurity Awareness 2.0

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Malwarebytes

MAY 28, 2021

Below is a list of recommended mitigations from the FBI, which it issued along with an alert on Conti ransomware late last week: Regularly back up data, air gap, and password protect backup copies offline. Avoid reusing passwords for multiple accounts. Focus on cyber security awareness and training.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 19, 2020

Time is of the essence in these attacks because many companies that rely on VPNs for remote employee access also require employees to supply some type of multi-factor authentication in addition to a username and password — such as a one-time numeric code generated by a mobile app or text message. ” WHAT CAN COMPANIES DO?

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager! Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

Defining and recognizing tech abuse Malicious online behaviors in the form of those motivated by financial gain, such as scams and fraud, have existed, and awareness around them has been raised for years. Use good passwords. Consider using a password manager to help you create strong passwords.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 21, 2020

The Archiveus Trojan from 2006 was the first one to use RSA cipher, but it was reminiscent of a proof of concept and used a static 30-digit decryption password that was shortly cracked. This quirk made the attack look more trustworthy and added a layer of flexibility to these scams. None of these early threats went pro.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Details included names, addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth and encrypted passwords, all of which could be used to access other accounts belonging to these users. The Hacker had discovered Zuckerberg’s password in a 2012 LinkedIn data breach and he had used the same password across several accounts.

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Spinone

JULY 16, 2019

Here are some clear signs that are signaling that your G Suite email security is under a threat and there is a phishing scam in front of you : Odd email addresses in From and Reply to fields; an unusual mix of people you are in the copy with; Sense of urgency. There is a 90% probability it’s a phishing scam.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Security experts from Digital Shadows have conducted an interesting study about the technique adopted by crooks to infiltrate company emails, so-called BEC scam. According to the FBI , the number of business email account (BEC) and email account compromise (EAC) scam incidents worldwide reached 78,000 between October 2013 and May 2018.

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Spinone

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Security Awareness Training from Advisera Advisera offers lots of tools like books, courses, and guidelines for those who want to know more about compliance standards and become security-aware. This course covers a broad range of security topics, explaining it with a simple language.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 5, 2023

They also need to safeguard children against inappropriate online content, cyberbullying, scams, and other nebulous digital threats. Require all accounts with credentialed logins to comply with NIST standards for password policies. Require phishing-resistant MFA. Segment networks to prevent the spread of ransomware.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 13, 2023

Scams will also target consumers for fake merchandise, phony tickets, etc." Darren Guccione, CEO and Co-Founder, Keeper Security: "Phishing and online scams are two of the biggest cyber threats for fans. Make sure you have different, high-strength passwords for all of your accounts.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MARCH 29, 2022

And they are always going after the weakest link in a corporate security posture – weak passwords, lack of security awareness, lack of digital skills. Security analytics and customer experience are essential. The examples are numerous, and they are spreading across all industries.

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Spinone

JANUARY 9, 2019

In this article we will discuss how to avoid phishing attacks in G Suite and provide phishing prevention best practices on how companies can enhance G Suite security awareness and protection against phishing scams. Cloud security concerns today are some of the most important and challenging problems that businesses have to face.

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