Blog tagged as Phishing

Security Awareness is the Key to Cybersecurity Behaviour Change

Security Awareness is the Key to Cybersecurity Behaviour Change

By Bill

Blog courtesy of KnowBe4
Written by Stu Sjouwerman
As organisations seek to find ways to increase the effectiveness of their security stance, many are realising the value of a cybersecurity-aware employee helping to keep the organisation secure.

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30/03/2021 10:39 - Comment(s)
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Phishing Remains the Most Common Form of Attack

Phishing Remains the Most Common Form of Attack

By Bill

Blog courtesy of KnowBe4
Written by Stu Sjouwerman
Phishing attacks are “by far” the most common vector for data breaches, according to a new survey by the UK’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS).


“Among those that have identified breaches or attacks, around a quarter (27% of thes...
29/03/2021 13:33 - Comment(s)
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The Most Commonly Spoofed Business-Related Applications in a Phishing Campaign

The Most Commonly Spoofed Business-Related Applications in a Phishing Campaign

By Bill

Blog courtesy of KnowBe4
Written by Stu Sjouwerman

Business-related applications like Zoom, Microsoft, and DocuSign are the most commonly spoofed services in phishing attacks, according to a new report from GreatHorn. Business apps made up 45% of all impersonation phishing attacks. Social me...

16/03/2021 18:20 - Comment(s)
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Email Phishing Is Now the Top Ransomware Attack Vector

Email Phishing Is Now the Top Ransomware Attack Vector

By Bill

Blog courtesy of KnowBe4

Written by Stu Sjouwerman

New data shows that pushback from the ransomware victim “market” may be influencing just how much cybercriminals are asking for as ransom and are being paid.


2020 seemed to point to ransomware continuing to grow in devastation and cost; Ryuk reached a ...
03/02/2021 15:07 - Comment(s)
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UK Research and Innovation Becomes Next Victim Hit with Ransomware

UK Research and Innovation Becomes Next Victim Hit with Ransomware

By Bill

Blog courtesy of KnowBe4

Written by Stu Sjouwerman

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has been hit by a ransomware attack that impacted two of its services, BleepingComputer reports. The UK government department said it’s still unsure if data were exfiltrated during the attack.


“The two services impacte...
02/02/2021 16:36 - Comment(s)
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