Social Engineering stories - Page 21

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.

As International Fraud Awareness Week unfolds, experts warn businesses about the rising threat of Business Email Compromise, urging vigilance amid evolving cyber risks.

Kaspersky has revealed a staggering 330,000 financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia in early 2024, a rise of 41% from last year.

As AI reshapes the cybersecurity landscape, experts warn that organisations must revisit security fundamentals to counter increasingly sophisticated attacks.

New Barracuda research reveals a surge in personalised sextortion attacks, where cybercriminals leverage victims' personal data for increased blackmail pressure.

Google Cloud's 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast warns of rising AI-driven threats and highlights the need for enhanced security measures in the JAPAC region.

Meta1st has launched an AI-driven platform aimed at reducing cyber risks by enhancing employee training and security awareness in organisations.

IGEL enhances its secure endpoint operating system by supporting Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Edge for Business, boosting security for Linux users.

An investigation by ReliaQuest reveals a significant cyber intrusion on a manufacturing firm, attributed to Scattered Spider, amid rising ransomware threats.

Kaspersky has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Lazarus group targeting cryptocurrency investors, employing social engineering and zero-day exploits.

New research reveals AI impersonation is now the top cyber attack threat, with 52% of security leaders citing social engineering challenges.

A KnowBe4 report warns of escalating cybersecurity threats in manufacturing, with malware attacks rising 45% and average ransoms nearing USD $2.4 million.

A coalition of global agencies warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting emerging tactics and unresolved vulnerabilities.

Barracuda reveals a surge in QR code phishing attacks, with over 500,000 emails detected in three months, exploiting sensitive data risks.

Ransomware activity rose by 2.3% in Q3 2024, with 'RansomHub' overtaking 'LockBit' as the most active group, according to ReliaQuest's latest report.

As Cyber Security Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge organisations to bolster defenses against the rising threats of ransomware and phishing attacks.

Okta has unveiled new features for its Workforce Identity Cloud to tackle security challenges like identity breaches and MFA overload in enterprises.

Mandiant Consulting's Jurgen Kutcher warns of evolving cyber threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and the transformative role of AI in both attacks and defences.

Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.

A Forrester report warns that the Asia Pacific region faces a growing threat from fraud, with incident rates exceeding the global average, straining financial institutions.