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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

More U.S. Utility Firms Targeted in Evolving LookBack Spearphishing Campaign
2019-09-23 19:21

A spearphishing campaign first uncovered in July is hitting more utilities firms and spreading the LookBack malware, which has capabilities to view system data and reboot machines.

Spear Phishing Update: Email Account Takeover Risks
2019-09-23 17:03

Barracuda is out with its latest Spear Phishing Update, and among the key findings: a rise in email account takeover and lateral phishing. Why are enterprise defenses failing to detect these...

North Korean Spear-Phishing Attack Targets U.S. Firms
2019-09-13 13:30

Researchers warn that U.S. firms are being targeted with legitimate - but trojanized - documents that are often socially engineered to a tee.

US utilities targeted with spear-phishing emails impersonating engineering licensing board
2019-08-02 09:58

If you worked in a US company in the utilities sector and received an email notification telling you that you’ve failed your “Fundamentals of Engineering” NCEES exam, would you download the...

Spear Phishing - Top 3 Threats
2019-04-24 19:33

Among the top new spear phishing threats to enterprises: Extortion. Asaf Cidon of Barracuda outlines the top three spear phishing threats and new strategies to defend against them.

Businesses beware: Spearphishing attacks aim to change payroll direct deposits
2019-04-04 13:55

Malicious actors are politely asking potential victims to directly deposit money in their accounts, according to a new Vade Security report.

How to prevent spear phishing attacks: 8 tips for your business
2019-03-19 08:00

Spear phishing attacks, including business email compromise and brand impersonation, are on the rise, according to Barracuda.

Steele Dossier Case: Expert Traces Spear-Phishing of DNC
2019-03-18 18:18

XBT/Webzilla Hosting Infrastructure Used for Nation-State Hacking, Expert FindsWeb hosting firm XBT/Webzilla's infrastructure was used to attack the U.S. Democratic Party and for 2016 election...