Security News

Phishing attacks are a complex problem that requires layered solutions
2019-10-24 07:50

Most cyber attacks start with a social engineering attempt and, most often that not, it takes the form of a phishing email. It’s easy to understand the popularity of this attack vector: phishing...

Alexa and Google Home phishing apps demonstrated by researchers
2019-10-23 12:43

The researchers' "Smart Spies" apps showed how Amazon Alexa and Google Home users could be exposed to vishing and eavesdropping.

Silent Librarian Retools Phishing Emails to Hook Student Credentials
2019-10-16 17:54

Silent Librarian cyberattackers are switching up tactics in a phishing scheme bent on stealing student credentials.

'Silent Librarian' Revamps Phishing Campaign: Proofpoint
2019-10-16 11:48

Iranian-Backed Hacking Group Targeting Research Universities"Silent Librarian," a hacking group with apparent ties to the Iranian government, is continuing to revamp and refine its phishing...

Iranian Hackers Update Spear-Phishing Techniques in Recent Campaign
2019-10-09 18:20

The Iranian state-sponsored threat actor known as Charming Kitten employed new spear-phishing methods in a campaign observed in August and September, ClearSky’s security researchers report. read more

Phishing attempts increase 400%, many malicious URLs found on trusted domains
2019-10-09 05:00

1 in 50 URLs are malicious, nearly one-third of phishing sites use HTTPS and Windows 7 exploits have grown 75% since January. A new Webroot report also highlights the importance of user education,...

Nigerian Man Charged in Phishing Scam Targeting US Agencies
2019-10-04 17:18

Enters Not Guilty Plea in Alleged $1 Million SchemeA Nigerian man charged with helping to run a $1 million phishing scheme that targeted the Government Services Administration and other agencies...

MasterMana Botnet targets business users with sophisticated phishing attacks
2019-10-02 14:37

A new botnet known as MasterMana shows a high level of sophistication with a low cost to execute, according a report from cybersecurity firm Prevailion.

Microsoft changes encryption, another D-Link bug, phishing dangers, and more
2019-09-30 06:48

Plus, Baltimore's disastrous ransomware infection and worse IT practices Roundup Let's look at some of the latest security news you may have missed this week.…

75% of execs cite phishing as the most significant security threat to businesses
2019-09-26 13:20

Training is the key to helping the enterprise avoid cyber threats from phishing or other means.