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Navigating the Web of Romance Scams: A Guide for Businesses and Consumers

Webroot

When employees are distracted or stressed, they’re more likely to make mistakes, such as inadvertently clicking on phishing links or downloading malicious attachments. Encourage Open Communication : Create an environment where employees can report personal security breaches without fear of judgment.

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Be Wary of Scammers in the Holiday Season

Security Through Education

They could pose as your hotel or airline by sending you convincing phishing emails. Or even worse, plan out when you will be away so as to gain access to your personal estate. An attacker can easily find these types of automatic replies by means of mass phishing campaigns. Securing Your Business. Deals and Promotions.

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Low Hanging Fruit Ninja: Slashing the Risks of the Human Element

Security Boulevard

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, I was not a Security Consultant. I was a Chef. And I worked as a corporate Chef for an organization that required very long, complex passwords that had to change every 90 days and could not match your last 6 passwords. I was super busy, ….

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12 Top Vulnerability Management Tools for 2023

eSecurity Planet

WithSecure Elements Vulnerability Management automatically reports activities such as phishing sites, third-party scams, and brand violations. Among the platform’s standout features is its phishing module, which is comprehensive and helps build a “human firewall” of sorts.

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