Social Engineering stories - Page 17
New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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A new MaaS platform, Supercard X, exploits Android NFC tech allowing cybercriminals to swiftly steal funds, raising urgent security concerns, especially in Asia.
Study reveals rising cyber threats to financial industry
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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malware
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ddos
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advanced persistent threat protection
A Radware study highlights alarming trends in cyber threats to the financial sector, revealing a surge in infostealer services and sophisticated OTP bots.
Rising threats to influencers as cyber attacks escalate
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender reports a dramatic rise in cybercrime targeting social media influencers, uncovering over 9,000 malicious livestreams on YouTube in 2024.
Human error tops cloud security threats in Qualys report
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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ransomware
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mfa
A recent report by Qualys reveals human error as a major security threat in cloud and SaaS sectors, with 28% of organisations facing data breaches last year.
How new malware SHELBY targets telecom via phishing
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
Elastic Security Labs has unveiled SHELBY, a sophisticated malware family linked to phishing attacks against an Iraqi telecom firm, raising security alarms.
Bitdefender uncovers the mysterious RedCurl ransomware group
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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malware
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data protection
Bitdefender has identified a new ransomware group named RedCurl, which has operated discreetly since 2018, utilising advanced cyber mercenary tactics.
KnowBe4 wins 5-Star Award in 2025 CRN Partner Guide
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
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knowbe4
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social engineering
KnowBe4 has earned a prestigious 5-Star Award in the 2025 CRN Partner Program Guide, highlighting its commitment to cybersecurity and partner success.
Red Canary warns of surge in identity & AI threats for 2025
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Red Canary's 2025 Threat Detection Report reveals alarming trends in cybersecurity, with identity attacks quadrupling and new malware techniques emerging.
HP warns of rising threats from fake CAPTCHA malware
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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malware
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data science
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advanced persistent threat protection
Researchers from HP have uncovered a rise in fake CAPTCHA challenges used by cybercriminals to install malware, exploiting users' increased online click tolerance.
AI to halve time needed for account takeover by 2027
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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malware
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mfa
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phishing
Gartner predicts that AI agents will halve the time needed for account exploitations by 2027, heightening the urgency for firms to adopt advanced security measures.
Microsoft patches 56 vulnerabilities, 7 zero days fixed
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its latest update, including seven zero-day flaws, six of which have been actively exploited.
Group-IB's fraud solution now accessible via AWS Marketplace
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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malware
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Group-IB's Fraud Protection solution is now available on AWS Marketplace, enhancing online security for businesses against fraud-related threats.
RMM Best Practices for 2025 – All You Need to Know
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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data protection
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mdm
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zero trust security
As the modern workplace faces rising cybersecurity threats, Pulseway outlines six essential RMM best practices for 2025 to enhance IT management and security.
ReliaQuest report reveals rapid evolution in cyber threats
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
ReliaQuest's Annual Threat Report reveals cybercriminals executing attacks in as little as 27 minutes, urging security teams to adopt AI and automation strategies.
China cyber espionage surge driven by AI deception tactics
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
CrowdStrike's research reveals a staggering 150% rise in China-linked cyber espionage, fuelled by AI tactics, posing significant risks across various industries.
New cyber threats target MacOS with FrigidStealer malware
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Proofpoint has identified two new cybercriminal groups, TA2726 and TA2727, engaging in web inject campaigns and distributing new malware targeting MacOS users.
Acronis report reveals 197% rise in email cyberattacks
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
Acronis has revealed a staggering 197% rise in email cyberattacks in H2 2024, highlighting serious vulnerabilities as ransomware groups escalate their tactics.
Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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semiconductors
A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.
Advisory dispels myths threatening organisational security
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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phishing
Companies of all sizes must dispel cybersecurity myths that jeopardise data, warns IDS-INDATA, as cyberattacks become increasingly prevalent.
Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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devops
Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.