Separ malware phishing campaign targets businesses
Separ malware is being utilized in a phishing campaign to target the credentials of businesses in a simple but incredibly effective attack.
Social Engineering
For shame! Newest phishing scams traffic on victim humiliation threats
Phishing scams persist because people get duped by them. With attackers now using the weapon of potential shame, victims are more terrified than ever.
Bogus Flash Player update targets millions of Mac users with adware
Mac users are not safe from malware, despite their faulty idea of being a protected class of computer users. Case-in-point: this massive adware campaign.
Get a free Volkswagen? Not so fast — it’s just another scam
A recent campaign plaguing social networks promises a free Volkswagen — and all you have to do is click a link. Guess where this is headed.
GreyEnergy industrial attacks found to begin with phishing emails
The advanced persistent threat group GreyEnergy has wreaked havoc mostly in the shadows. But new research is highlighting just how the group operates.
Ramped-up phishing attacks target universities around the world
Phishing attacks are easily one of the most common, and effective, methods of social engineering. Every facet of society is attacked via phishing for this reason and it appears that […]
Fake tech support scams and how to deal with them
Yes, even an experienced tech writer like our intrepid reporter can fall for a fake tech support scam. Here’s what to do if you are a victim.
Why social engineering works — and what you can do to fight back
Social engineering attacks are not new. They exist and persist because they work. But there are ways to defend yourself and your company.
DanaBot Trojan targets banking customers with phishing campaign
Banking Trojans are go-to malware for hackers looking to score a quick buck. DanaBot, which targets banking customers, is the newest worry for InfoSec researchers.
Fake WannaCry email threats extorting money from victims
With such a high profile incident like WannaCry, it is a reality that cybercriminals will try to leverage the paranoia for financial gain. That’s what is happening with a fake […]
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