It’s no secret that cybercriminals use AI to craft high quality phishing emails, making traditional awareness training less effective. How can organizations adapt to these threats?What are the Changing Phishing Threats?Today, attackers hit inboxes from all fonts. They abuse trusted services to send phishing emails and host phishing sites on trusted domains. They use QR codes and hybrid vishing...

Phishing tactics are changing, and not for the better. At least, not for users. And AI is leading the charge in making vishing, smishing, and even spear phishing attacks more dangerous than ever.But is that all we have to worry about? They are leveraging artificial intelligence to its fullest potential, pushing the boundaries of what we once thought possible. Nowhere is this advancement more...

Cybersecurity threats target systems, processes, and, increasingly, people. While technological defenses like firewalls and endpoint detection continue to advance, the human element remains a frequent entry point for attackers.According to Verizon’s most recent Data Breach Investigation Report, 68% of data breaches involve human factors—whether through error, negligence, or malicious actions.This...

The holidays are about joy, connection, and giving—but it's prime hunting season for cybercriminals. While you're finding gifts for loved ones, scammers are crafting fake emails, bogus websites, and malicious links to steal your personal information. From phishing schemes to malware traps, their tactics are designed to catch you off guard. Cyber scams surge during Black Friday and holiday shopping...

By definition, all examples of social engineering take advantage of human nature. Behaviors such as the willingness to trust others are exploited to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information.Social engineering has become the backbone of many cyber threats, from phishing emails to smishing and vishing attacks. This blog post will outline many popular social engineering techniques, some...

Phishing has become the most common cyber threat, leading organizations to update their defenses with tools like detection systems and targeted security awareness training.Cybercriminals are constantly evolving, finding new ways to bypass security measures. This ongoing cat-and-mouse game underscores the importance for companies to remain vigilant and adaptable.One particularly concerning tactic...

Remedial training is a type of training specifically focused on individual employees who struggle to understand and abide by specific cybersecurity concepts. While this type of training can be very beneficial, it has a few pitfalls that must be dealt with to get results.This article will explain the most common challenges of remedial training programs and provide helpful tips to overcome them....

Cybersecurity is always a priority, but October—Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CSAM)—gives you the perfect chance to ramp up your efforts and engage your employees and third-party partners more. It’s an ideal time to spotlight the importance of security and try out some new, creative ways to build lasting awareness.In this article, we’ll explore effective tools and techniques for maximizing CSAM...

Every employee needs a basic understanding of cybersecurity and how to spot cybercriminal attacks because cybercriminals can directly target their email inboxes with seemingly harmless messages that can compromise your organization’s entire network. This can be a difficult task, as the threat landscape is constantly changing, so even knowledgeable employees can fall behind and need more training....

Cybercriminals are always on the hunt for sectors and industries that are particularly vulnerable to their attacks. From high-stress situations to valuable data, anything that might increase their chances of success or create higher potential rewards is highly sought after on the dark web.The healthcare industry fits the bill perfectly, with its sensitive data and high-pressure environments.That’s...