State-Sponsored Phishing Campaigns Target 40,000 VIP Individuals
Researchers at Menlo Security discovered three state-sponsored phishing campaigns that have targeted 40,000 important individuals over the past three months.
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7 Phishing Awareness Training Methods You Should Know
Modern cybercriminals aren’t just after your average employee. They’re targeting DevOps engineers – the gatekeepers of critical infrastructure and valuable data. 90% of data breaches start with phishing. Traditional awareness training often needs more technical depth. These programs tend to focus on generic red flags (e.g., suspicious links and requests for sensitive information) that are easily recognized by most.
Exploiting EUROs excitement: Phishing attacks surge using major brands as bait
Following the kick-off of the UEFA EUROs 2024 in Germany, Egress’ Threat Intelligence team has observed a massive spike in Euros-related phishing attacks, recording 7,000 unique campaigns with over 24,000 individual attacks since June 17th, 2024. These attacks are more sophisticated than you might expect, with many attackers choosing to impersonate businesses associated with the tournament rather than impersonating UEFA directly.
Microsoft Warns Customers of Email Breach by Russian Hackers
In a recent security disclosure, Microsoft has warned more of its clients that Russian hackers have accessed emails exchanged between them and the company. This breach, attributed to the notorious "Midnight Blizzard" hacking group, has raised significant concerns about the security of communications with Microsoft.
Hacked Customer Support Portal Being Used to Send Phishing Emails
A hacked customer support portal belonging to router manufacturer Mercku is being used to respond to customer queries with phishing emails, BleepingComputer reports. If a customer files a support ticket through the company’s Zendesk portal, they’ll receive an automated response that attempts to trick them into granting access to their Metamask cryptocurrency account.
How to Navigate the Digital Landscape Safely
As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, it is essential to be proactive about protecting your personal information and ensuring your online activities remain secure. From social networking and online banking to telecommuting and e-learning, the digital realm offers unparalleled convenience and opportunities. However, this convenience comes with its own set of risks. Understanding how to protect yourself online is crucial for maintaining privacy, security, and overall well-being. We are listing below some essential tips for safely navigating the digital landscape.
Exciting new features released for Egress Prevent Analytics
We are thrilled to announce the first release of powerful updates to Egress Prevent Analytics within the Egress Security Center, designed to provide deeper insights, richer data, and enhanced functionality for all our customers.
Inbox on Lockdown: Stop Email Leaks Before They Happen
Ever hit send on an email and immediately felt that sinking feeling? Maybe it was an attachment containing sensitive data that was misplaced, or that clever phishing email that convinced a colleague to cough up login credentials. These are cases that clearly explain the critical need for Email Data Loss Prevention (DLP).
FBI Warns of Phishing Campaign Targeting the Healthcare Industry
The US FBI and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have released a joint advisory warning of a social engineering campaign that’s targeting the healthcare industry. “Threat actors are using phishing schemes to steal login credentials for initial access and the diversion of automated clearinghouse (ACH) payments to US controlled bank accounts,” the advisory states.
Russian Threat Actor Launches Spear Phishing Attacks Against French Diplomats
France’s cybersecurity agency ANSSI has issued an alert outlining a Russian spear phishing campaign targeting French diplomats, the Record reports. The agency attributes the campaign to “Nobelium,” a threat actor tied to Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (the SVR).