IT Sec News updates – Phishing Attacks

Forbes

In general terms, phishing is usually carried out by criminals masquerading as a trusted business contact or other legitimate institution. Once …

Security Magazine

… phishing URLs from 2023, with more than 44,000 branded phishing websites. Impersonation attempts saw a 74% increase year-over-year, though the …

Cybersecurity Dive

… phishing attacks and financial fraud. The account takeover campaign comes during a period of heightened scrutiny of Microsoft's internal and …

Security Boulevard

Learn how to protect yourself from phishing scams with this in-depth guide. Recognize phishing emails, messages & steps to prevent attacks.

The News Record

In early 2024, the University of Cincinnati (UC) encountered a surge in phishing attacks, resulting in compromised accounts and the widespread …

CBS 4

(WTTV/WXIN) — Since the goal of every phishing scam is for the scammer to appear authentic, it's a strategy for cybercriminals to use popular …

The Register

The number of senior business executives stymied by an ongoing phishing campaign continues to rise with cybercriminals registering hundreds of …

IT World Canada

… phishing attacks, say researchers at Proofpoint. “As part of this campaign, which is still active, threat actors target users with individualized …

Southeast Asia

Cyber criminals are also capitalising on AI to create more effective phishing campaigns. “The biggest cybersecurity risk from the increasing use of AI …

Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA

Be alert to a wave of phishing emails impersonating church leaders. Confirm the legitimacy of requests, especially involving money or gift cards, …