Social Engineering stories - Page 17

Phishing campaigns spoofing Booking.com have surged, targeting hotels with fake CAPTCHA sites that trick staff into installing malware, research reveals.

The cybercriminal group Scattered Spider has launched sophisticated phishing attacks targeting UK retailers, exploiting social engineering and advanced MFA-bypass tools.

Retailers worldwide face mounting cyber attacks, with experts urging stronger security and supply chain oversight after breaches at Adidas, Victoria's Secret and Cartier.

New research reveals 92% of the world's top email domains remain vulnerable to phishing due to inadequate DMARC enforcement, exposing businesses globally.

Cisco Duo unveils Duo IAM, a new identity service enhancing AI-driven security with passwordless login and advanced threat protection for safer access.

Vietnam-linked hackers have used fake AI ads on Facebook and LinkedIn to spread malware to millions globally, stealing sensitive data from users.

US state and local governments face a surge in cyberattacks amid budget cuts, with ransom costs averaging USD $872,656 per attack since 2018.

KnowBe4 Threat Labs warns of rising phishing attacks exploiting Google's AppSheet, impersonating Meta to bypass conventional email defences worldwide.

Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.

Cloudflare and Microsoft, with global law enforcement, have disrupted LummaC2, a major malware service stealing data worldwide and used for cybercrime.

Cybercriminal group Scattered Spider, known for targeting UK retailers, has shifted focus to major US retailers, raising fresh cybersecurity concerns.

Marks and Spencer's recent ransomware attack exposed customer data, raising concerns over cyber security and highlighting the need for robust protection and swift response.

Phishing remains the top US cybercrime, with 193,000 complaints; attackers now use subtle linkless emails and fake MFA alerts to trick users.

Security awareness training cuts global phishing click rates by 86% over a year, reducing employee risk from 33.1% to 4.1%, says new KnowBe4 report.

Andy Frain Services disclosed a data breach affecting 100,964 individuals in October 2024, with ransomware group Black Basta claiming responsibility.

Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.

Ransomware persists in 2025 as attackers exploit easy targets, with cybercrime losses hitting USD $16.6 billion despite soaring cybersecurity investments.

Check Point Research reveals AI's rising role in cybercrime, highlighting risks like deepfakes, data poisoning, and Dark LLMs threatening digital security worldwide.

VIPRE Security Group's Q1 2025 report reveals a rise in human-focused cyberattacks, with callback phishing making up 16% of attempts globally.

Barracuda warns of three new global phishing threats exploiting calendar invites, ShareFile, and voicemail alerts to bypass security and steal credentials.