KnowBe4

JUNE 13, 2023

CyberheistNews Vol 13 #24 | June 13th, 2023 [The Mind's Bias] Pretexting Now Tops Phishing in Social Engineering Attacks The New Verizon DBIR is a treasure trove of data. The DBIR Figure 35 shows that Pretexting is now more prevalent than Phishing in Social Engineering incidents. Currently, the U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2022

A recent experience highlighted that security awareness training and most alerts to users about unsafe practices may be making the error of being too general. An alert came in one morning about a security alert generated by my device. Security Awareness Training Improvements Coming. “As I was intrigued.

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KnowBe4

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

To celebrate National Computer Security Day , which is recognized on November 30 every year, KnowBe4 encourages all IT and security professionals to train their workforce how to stay safe from cybersecurity threats as the organization’s last line of defense.

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Our recently released 2018 State of Privacy and Security Awareness Report found that 75% of U.S. employees lack at least some awareness toward threats to cybersecurity and data privacy. As part of this research, we asked a variety of questions to test respondents’ knowledge of phishing emails. Our Phishing Findings.

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IT Governance

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This Sunday is both Halloween and the end of National Cyber Security Awareness Month – and what better way to mark the occasion than with some cyber security horror stories? Will you have nightmares over Evil Twins or be scared straight by phishing scams? Who’s behind the mask? Trick or treat. Hack-o-lantern.

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KnowBe4

APRIL 4, 2023

Security solutions will help stop most attacks, but for those that make it past scanners, your users need to play a role in spotting and stopping BEC, VEC and phishing attacks themselves – something taught through security awareness training combined with frequent simulated phishing and other social engineering tests.

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KnowBe4

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Phish You for Information to Supposedly Get a Gift Card. Live Demo] Ridiculously Easy Security Awareness Training and Phishing. Old-school awareness training does not hack it anymore. Get a look at THREE NEW FEATURES and see how easy it is to train and phish your users. Did You Know?

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KnowBe4

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The first phishing campaigns have already been sent and more will be coming that try to trick you into clicking on a variety of links about blood drives, charitable donations, or "exclusive" videos. New data found in GreatHorn's 2023 State of Email Security report shows that this is exactly what's been happening in the last 12 months.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 13, 2021

Often, messages about online security are presented as ‘to-do’ lists that can make even the most pliant of us feel like we are being preached to. Here are some tips to excite kids about cybersecurity. Instead, let children think about why they want to become smart about online decisions and how they can make good choices.

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IT Governance

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Cyber criminals will continue to use Brexit as a topic when conducting phishing scams , such as claiming that forms or questionnaires need to be completed quickly as part of Brexit preparations. You can learn everything you need to protect yourself from scams by enrolling in our Phishing Staff Awareness E-Learning Course.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 24, 2019

In the spirit of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), my colleague Ashvin Kamaraju wrote about how organizations can use fundamental controls to secure their information technology. Effective digital security doesn’t end at “Secure IT,” however. Building a Robust Security Culture.

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 29, 2019

The world of cybercriminals, phishing, and malware is scary enough without risky employee behaviors contributing to the frights. Even the best-intentioned employees can sometimes do scary things that expose your organization to security risk. Training Tip #1. Training Tip #2. Training Tip #3. Training Tip #4.

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KnowBe4

AUGUST 5, 2019

My colleagues at MediaPRO and I have historically had loads to say about the importance of security awareness, and there’s always more to say on that subject. More and more I’m hearing talk of “culture change” and of “creating security cultures”—conversations that go well beyond mere awareness. I’m sure you’re asking.

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KnowBe4

JULY 5, 2023

CyberheistNews Vol 13 #27 | July 5th, 2023 [Heads Up] Massive Impersonation Phishing Campaign Imitates Over 100 Brands and Thousands of Domains A year-long phishing campaign has been uncovered that impersonates 100+ popular clothing, footwear, and apparel brands using at least 10 fake domains impersonating each brand. Save My Spot!

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 9, 2024

This includes protecting diverse technological assets, such as software, hardware, devices, and cloud resources, from potential security flaws like malware, ransomware, theft, phishing assaults, and bots. Encourage strong password practices: Provide tips on how to create complex passwords and use password management tools.

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 14, 2019

In addition to these tips, don’t forget to review your company’s guidelines for corporate-approved social media use to make sure you’re not jeopardizing your job or the company you work for. Pro Tip: Keep your social media posts professional and above all, polite, especially if they are public. Is that okay? 5 Things TO Do.

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KnowBe4

APRIL 25, 2023

Soon, the CEO of security firm Adversa AI had GPT-4 spouting homophobic statements, creating phishing emails, and supporting violence." Blog post with (lots of) links: [link] [Live Demo] Ridiculously Easy Security Awareness Training and Phishing Old-school awareness training does not hack it anymore.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 20, 2023

. — CybeReady, a global leader in security awareness training, today announced the release of its informative guide, “Five Workforce Security Strategies to Consider During Summer Holidays.” “By adhering to these tips and incorporating them into your vacation routine, you can secure a safe and delightful experience.”

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KnowBe4

APRIL 18, 2023

link] Affinity Phishing Attacks Use Social Engineering Tactics to Prey on Victims Affinity phishing scams are ones in which criminals cultivate trust in their prospective victims by trading on common background, either real or feigned. CONTINUED] More about AIDA and PhishML: [link] Alarming Tax Phishing Campaign Targets U.S.

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KnowBe4

MAY 9, 2023

New school security awareness training can help any organization sustain that line of defense and create a strong security culture. Blog post with links: [link] A Master Class on IT Security: Roger A. Grimes, KnowBe4's Data-Driven Defense Evangelist, where he'll share a comprehensive strategy for phishing mitigation.

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KnowBe4

JUNE 27, 2023

New-school security awareness training gives your employees a healthy sense of suspicion so they can avoid falling for these types of scams. Blog post with links: [link] [Live Demo] Ridiculously Easy Security Awareness Training and Phishing Old-school awareness training does not hack it anymore.

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KnowBe4

JUNE 20, 2023

Blog post with links: [link] [Brand-New Benchmark] Here Are Your Updated 2023 Phishing By Industry Benchmark Results With phishing on the rise, your employee's mindset and actions are critical to maintaining a strong security culture in your organization. million simulated phishing security tests.

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KnowBe4

APRIL 11, 2023

We already know that 10% of threats get past security solutions, so we're left with educating the user to stop attacks. Despite 71% of the survey respondents stating they had security awareness training in place, 40% do not conduct regular training, 16% only perform ad hoc training, and 9% only push training when an incident occurs.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Encourage User Education and Awareness Establish continual training programs, workshops, and communication channels to improve user education and raise awareness of potential issues. Employees’ capacity to spot risks is assessed on a regular basis through simulated phishing exercises, which provide constructive feedback.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 28, 2024

Malware in Cloud Storage Buckets Malware threatens cloud storage buckets due to misconfigurations, infected data, and phishing. Monitor and develop an incident response plan : Employ continuous monitoring to spot suspicious behaviors early on and create a strong incident response strategy to resolve security breaches quickly.

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KnowBe4

JUNE 6, 2023

CyberheistNews Vol 13 #23 | June 6th, 2023 [Wake-Up Call] It's Time to Focus More on Preventing Spear Phishing Fighting spear phishing attacks is the single best thing you can do to prevent breaches. spear phishing attacks that use personalized messages. What exactly is spear phishing? This is that fact: ".spear

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KnowBe4

MAY 31, 2023

CyberheistNews Vol 13 #22 | May 31st, 2023 [Eye on Fraud] A Closer Look at the Massive 72% Spike in Financial Phishing Attacks With attackers knowing financial fraud-based phishing attacks are best suited for the one industry where the money is, this massive spike in attacks should both surprise you and not surprise you at all.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 17, 2021

Back in the day, security training was largely reserved for IT security specialists and then extended to include IT personnel in general. These days, all employees need to be well educated in security best practices and good habits if the organization wishes to steer clear of ransomware and malware. Key Differentiators.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 9, 2023

With the help of the resource center, receive guidance through the vulnerability management process with actionable tips on steps to take next. Best for: Large organizations requiring greater security. Best for: Small businesses that want to incorporate employee security awareness too. Tripwire IP360. Key Differentiators.

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KnowBe4

MARCH 21, 2023

CyberheistNews Vol 13 #12 | March 21st, 2023 [Heads Up] This Week's New SVB Meltdown Social Engineering Attacks On Saturday March 11, I warned about the coming wave of phishing attacks that would undoubtedly follow the SVB collapse. We have observed an increase in the registration of fake phishing domains in the U.S. (88%),

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 2, 2019

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month is the perfect time to think holistically about security awareness. Here are eight tips touching on eight key cyber risks to share with employees and colleagues. National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is well underway! Are you sick of cybersecurity advice yet?

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 1, 2018

But until it is, it’s up to individuals and families to prioritize cybersecurity awareness at home. Securing the Home Front. Common phishing attacks that you may see this coming holiday season ( ‘Tis the Season… For Phishing!). – Our popular How to Spot a Phishy Email infographic. –

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KnowBe4

MAY 23, 2023

In second place, with an average ranking of 3.63, is low security awareness among employees – something only addressed by creating a strong security culture with new-school security awareness training at the center of it all. Blog post with links: [link] [Free Tool] Who Will Fall Victim to QR Code Phishing Attacks?

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KnowBe4

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

CONTINUED] at the KnowBe4 blog: [link] [Live Demo] Ridiculously Easy Security Awareness Training and Phishing Old-school awareness training does not hack it anymore. Get a look at THREE NEW FEATURES and see how easy it is to train and phish your users. Delete and not report it, forfeiting a possible early warning?

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KnowBe4

MARCH 14, 2023

Your employees need to be stepped through new-school security awareness training so that they understand the risks of doing things like this. Now, cybercriminals are using ChatGPT's popularity to lure you into phishing scams. Find out how adding PhishER can be a huge time-saver for your Incident Response team!

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KnowBe4

MARCH 7, 2023

For many end-users, the frustrating thing about the Viasat hack is that, unlike with a phishing attack, there was nothing they could have done to prevent it. The packages themselves weren't malicious, but they contained README text files with links to phishing sites. Checkmarx has notified NPM's security team about the campaign.

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KnowBe4

MAY 2, 2023

In the near term, new-school security awareness training can help alert your people to the tells of automated scamming. Blog post with links: [link] [Live Demo] Ridiculously Easy Security Awareness Training and Phishing Old-school awareness training does not hack it anymore.

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