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Protect your business with security awareness training

SiteLock

Cybercriminals know this, which is why phishing attacks account for more than 80% of reported security incidents and why 54% of companies say their data breaches were caused by “negligent employees. ”. In fact, the most popular time for criminals to send emails targeting workers with funds-transfer scams is 9 a.m. on a Tuesday.

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Unmasking 2024’s Email Security Landscape

Security Affairs

Mobile Threats: The expansion of mobile threats highlights the growing need for security awareness among mobile users, particularly as attackers develop more sophisticated methods to compromise personal and corporate data. This scam cleverly manipulates trust and the routine nature of order confirmations to breach personal security.

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People are the new perimeter: how to protect the human layer

SC Magazine

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has been a strong proponent for average users facing phishing scams, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because it’s subject to individual’s behavior, insider risk has become every organization’s most complex security issue. WorldEconomicForum CreativeCommons CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. People get hacked.

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Spear Phishing Prevention: 10 Ways to Protect Your Organization

eSecurity Planet

Individuals and organizations should prioritize security awareness training, implement email security measures, and encourage vigilance when dealing with unusual or urgent requests. Become aware of ongoing tasks , deadlines, and efforts to be able to write seemingly urgent emails.

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5 Steps to Building a Foolproof Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan

SiteLock

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. That means you need to have a plan for responding to attacks that break through even the most secure defenses.

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Top 12 Firewall Best Practices to Optimize Network Security

eSecurity Planet

Key messages are reinforced across the workplace through security awareness programs that include interactive learning tools and visual aids. Encourage a reporting culture by offering a clear channel for employees to raise security issues. Why It Matters Preventing social engineering attacks requires user awareness.

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