Verizon: Nearly 80% of Data Breaches Involve Phishing and the Misuse of Credentials

May 7, 2024 2:33:11 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

Innovative analysis of data breaches shows which attack vectors are being used and how they’re enabled, highlighting the roles phishing and credentials play.

Credential-Harvesting Campaign Impersonates Fashion Retailer Shein

May 7, 2024 2:33:08 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

A phishing campaign is impersonating fashion retailer Shein in an attempt to steal users’ credentials, according to researchers at Check Point.

CyberheistNews Vol 14 #19 [EPIC FAIL] Phishing Failures: How Not to Phish Your Users

May 7, 2024 9:00:00 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

The Education Sector Experienced the Highest Number of Data Breaches in 2023

May 7, 2024 8:00:00 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

New data from Verizon makes it clear that the Education sector is under attack, but also breaks down which threat actions and patterns are used most.

U.S. Government Warns of North Korean Spear-Phishing Campaigns

May 7, 2024 8:00:00 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

The North Korean state-sponsored threat actor Kimsuky is launching spear phishing attacks against individuals working at think tanks and academic institutions in the US, according to a ...

Introducing The New KnowBe4.com

May 6, 2024 3:52:27 PM By Cindy Zhou

I'm excited to unveil our newly redesigned website at knowbe4.com! The team has worked hard to create a sleek, modern design with improved navigation and new features to better serve you ...

Verizon: The Percentage of Users Clicking Phishing Emails is Still Rising

May 3, 2024 2:01:32 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

The long-awaited annual Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report is out, and it’s made very clear that users continue to be a problem in phishing attacks.

Protecting Your Digital Footprint: The Dangers of Sharing Too Much on Social Media

May 3, 2024 2:00:22 PM By James McQuiggan

For most folks, social media has become integral to their daily lives in today's hyperconnected world. They use platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to share their thoughts, ...

Analysis Shows 2023 to be “Worst Year for Phishing on Record”

May 2, 2024 3:45:57 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

Newly-released data highlights our worst fears about the prevalence of phishing, and some glimmer of hope that the good guys may be winning the fight.

Is RogerLovesTaco$24 a Strong Password?

May 2, 2024 3:32:01 PM By Roger Grimes

Is "RogerLovesTaco$24" a strong password? No! Everyone has a ton of passwords. They should be strong and unique for every site and service you use. Everyone knows this.

Navigating the Masquerade: Recognizing and Combating Impersonation Attacks

May 1, 2024 1:57:31 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

With all great power, there comes an equal potential for misuse. Among the sophisticated arsenal of threat actors, impersonation attacks have surged to the forefront, which questions our ...

[CASE STUDY] Healthcare Organization Hardens Employee Defenses Against Insidious Callback Phishing Attacks

May 1, 2024 1:57:28 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

A major U.S. healthcare provider significantly reduced their employees' susceptibility to callback phishing attacks after using KnowBe4's callback phishing simulation and training ...

North Korean Threat Actors Target Software Developers With Phony Job Interviews

May 1, 2024 1:57:24 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

Suspected North Korean threat actors are attempting to trick software developers into downloading malware during phony job interviews, according to researchers at Securonix.

Phishing Failures: How Not to Phish Your Users

Apr 30, 2024 1:42:21 PM By Javvad Malik

This blog was co-written by Javvad Malik and Erich Kron. Let’s dive into the cautionary world of phishing simulations gone wrong. You know, those attempts to train users not to fall for ...

FBI Warns of Verification Scams Targeting Dating Site Users

Apr 30, 2024 1:42:11 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued an advisory warning of a scam campaign targeting users of online dating platforms. The scammers are attempting to trick users into ...

How New College Graduates Can Avoid Increasingly Personalized Job Scams

Apr 30, 2024 1:42:05 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

For many fresh out of college, the drive to land that first professional role is a top priority. Yet, new graduates can be exposed to sophisticated scams that can jeopardize not just ...

CyberheistNews Vol 14 #18 [Wake Up Call] A Fresh Nespresso Domain Hijack Brews an MFA Phishing Scheme

Apr 30, 2024 9:00:00 AM By Stu Sjouwerman

Targeted Smishing Attacks by Threat Group “The Com” On The Rise

Apr 29, 2024 2:03:09 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

Cyber activity by the group "The Com," which leverages (SIM) swapping, cryptocurrency theft, swatting, and corporate intrusions, is increasing.

The Art of Huh?

Apr 29, 2024 2:03:05 PM By Roger Grimes

One of the best things you can teach yourself, your family, and your organization is how to recognize the common signs of phishing and how to mitigate and appropriately report it.

Phishing Campaigns Spoof the U.S. Postal Service

Apr 29, 2024 2:03:02 PM By Stu Sjouwerman

Researchers at Akamai have found that phishing sites impersonating the U.S. Postal Service get as much traffic as the real USPS website.

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