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CISA: Healthcare Organizations Should Be Wary of Increased Ransomware Attacks by ALPHV Blackcat

A joint cybersecurity advisory published last week discusses ransomware attack impacts on healthcare, along with ALPHV’s attack techniques, indicators of compromise (IoCs) and proper ...

If Social Engineering Accounts for up to 90% of Attacks, Why Is It Ignored?

Social engineering and phishing are involved in 70% to 90% of all successful cybersecurity attacks. No other initial root hacking cause comes close.

Sophos: Over 75% of Cyber Incidents Target Small Businesses

New analysis of incident data shows threat actors are evolving their attack techniques to take advantage of budget and resource-strapped small businesses.

Organizations Are Vulnerable to Image-based and QR Code Phishing

A majority of organizations have a false sense of security regarding their resistance to phishing attacks, according to a new report from researchers at IRONSCALES and Osterman Research.

Despite Feeling Prepared for Image-Based Attacks, Most Organizations Have Been Compromised by Them

With QR-code phishing attacks on the rise, new data sheds light on just how unprepared organizations actually are in stopping and detecting these device-shifting attacks.

New Research: BEC Attacks Rose 246% in 2023

Business email compromise (BEC) attacks surged by 246% last year, according to researchers at ReliaQuest.The researchers believe the increase is due to widely available phishing kits that ...

Compromised Credentials Postings on the Dark Web Increase 20% in Just One Year

Data trends show a clear upward momentum of posts from initial access brokers on the dark web, putting the spotlight on what may become cybersecurity’s greatest challenge.

AI-Driven Voice Cloning Tech Used in Vishing Campaigns

Scammers are using AI technology to assist in voice phishing (vishing) campaigns, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns. Generative AI tools can now be used to create convincing ...

[Security Masterminds] The Art of Defending Against Social Engineering in the Age of AI: Insights from Rachel Tobac

Social engineering attacks can seem unpredictable and challenging to defend against. However, with the right approach, organizations can better protect themselves.