Ransomware is undoubtedly one of the biggest cyber threats affecting organisations around the world today. Hackers have changed their tactics and rather than target everyday consumers, they are chasing the money and focusing their attention on businesses where there is a much higher return on investment. Ransomware attacks against businesses…
Cybercriminals have launched a Norton 360 LifeLock scam which infects inboxes with malware.
Knowledge is the most powerful weapon in the battle against scamming and it is more important than ever to be aware of common mobile security threats and how to avoid them.
The DVLA has urged motorists to be extra vigilant after it reported a huge rise in scams across the UK. New figures compiled by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) revealed a 20% increase in online scams, with 1,538 reported scams during the last three months of 2019. The…
Data breaches continue to dominate headlines around the world. Despite a greater emphasis being placed on data security, cybercriminals are continually finding new ways to circumvent defences to gain access to valuable corporate data. Whether it’s through sophisticated social engineering techniques, malware or supply chain attacks, cybercriminals are trying every…
Emotet malware has turned its attention to targeting banks and financial institutions in the US and the UK.
With the hotel industry increasingly prone to malicious cyber attacks, there are a number of ways organisations can combat cyber security threats.
The infamous RobbinHood ransomware has found a new way to worm its way into corporate networks by using a legitimate hardware driver to delete security products and infect computer systems. By exploiting a known vulnerability that exists in a driver produced by Taiwanese firm Gigabyte, hackers have been able to…
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, many people will turn to online dating in the hope of finding that special someone. While looking for love online can be exciting, it can also lead to heartbreak as fraudsters look to exploit vulnerable people at this time of year. The online dating scene…
Fraudsters are exploiting the public’s fear of the coronavirus outbreak by launching a range of devious phishing emails aimed at delivering malware. In recent weeks, the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the spread of coronavirus as a global health emergency. 636 people have died in China, and the virus…
Social media has completely transformed our lives and made the world a more connected place. There are over 3.725 billion active social media users worldwide, and new platforms are emerging all the time to keep up with our insatiable appetite to connect and share with others. Despite all the…
Job seekers are being warned about fake job listings on spoof company websites.
Being aware of these common security awareness mistakes will help to educate and empower employees to change their behaviours and protect your organisation from potential risk.
The notorious Emotet malware has made a resurgence in recent months and its developers are trying out a new tactic by hiding their malicious payload within fake extortion emails. The phishing emails use a spam email template to warn the user that their computer has been hacked and their data…
Tensions between Iran and the United States are at an all-time high after the US killing of Iran’s top general, Qassim Suleimani on January 3. Iran vowed to take immediate revenge, and in the days following Suleimani’s death, the country carried out a ballistic missile attack on Iraqi military bases…
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