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Watch out: Cybercriminals can use your office devices to phish for information

Hackers have found a way to send phishing emails using regular office devices such as printers, bypassing security checks. Read this article to learn how this scheme works and the steps you can take to prevent an attack. How do hackers use office devices to send fake phishing emails? Microsoft 365’s Direct Send feature was… Continue reading Watch out: Cybercriminals can use your office devices to phish for information

How to prevent hackers from using your office devices to send phishing emails

A new security flaw in Microsoft 365 enables hackers to exploit office devices and send fake emails that appear to be from within an organization. Let’s look at how this scam works and what you can do to keep your data protected. How do hackers use office devices to send fake phishing emails? Microsoft 365’s… Continue reading How to prevent hackers from using your office devices to send phishing emails

Office devices are becoming tools for scams: What you need to know

Cybercriminals are now using innocuous office devices such as printers and scanners to launch phishing attacks without needing to hack into your email account. Learn how to spot and stop this new trick to keep your workplace safe from phishing scams. How do hackers use office devices to send fake phishing emails? Microsoft 365’s Direct… Continue reading Office devices are becoming tools for scams: What you need to know

The latest phishing attack looks like it’s from your own company

The biggest security threats aren’t always the ones banging on the front door. A recently uncovered flaw shows that hackers can abuse a Microsoft 365 feature to send malicious emails that appear to originate from inside your company. Because they look like internal mail, they often bypass traditional security filters, making them particularly dangerous. The… Continue reading The latest phishing attack looks like it’s from your own company

New email scam alert: There’s an imposter in your inbox

We all know to be careful of suspicious emails from strangers. But what happens when a scam email looks like it was sent by your own colleague? A newly discovered scam allows hackers to become imposters within your organization’s email system, making it harder than ever to tell what’s real and what’s a trap. The… Continue reading New email scam alert: There’s an imposter in your inbox

Think you can spot a phishing email? This new trick is harder to catch

Many people are getting better at spotting phishing attacks from outside sources. But what if the attack appears to come from within your own company? A recently discovered vulnerability in Microsoft 365 is being used to bypass traditional security, making it easier than ever for hackers to send you convincing fake emails that slip past… Continue reading Think you can spot a phishing email? This new trick is harder to catch

Ransomware tops the threat list for US critical infrastructure

According to the FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report, ransomware poses a persistent and growing threat to US critical infrastructure, which includes sectors such as healthcare, communications, energy, and financial services. Experts warn that phishing and social engineering are key tactics fueling these attacks, underscoring the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. The alarming surge in ransomware… Continue reading Ransomware tops the threat list for US critical infrastructure

Ransomware is the leading threat to US critical infrastructure

The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report reveals that ransomware attacks targeting healthcare, financial services, communications and other critical infrastructure in the US are on the rise. Experts warn that phishing and social engineering remain key drivers behind these attacks, highlighting an urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures. The alarming surge in ransomware attacks In 2024,… Continue reading Ransomware is the leading threat to US critical infrastructure

US critical infrastructure faces growing ransomware threat

The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report reveals a skyrocketing increase in ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure, which includes sectors such as healthcare, communications, energy, and financial services. With phishing and social engineering tactics enabling many of these breaches, experts urge organizations to bolster their defenses to mitigate this increasing risk. The alarming surge in ransomware… Continue reading US critical infrastructure faces growing ransomware threat

Watch out! These social engineering tricks could fool anyone

While it’s easy to blame cyberattacks on sophisticated hacking, the truth is that many attackers rely on social engineering — a craft of deception designed to manipulate people into giving up sensitive information or access. The scary part? It’s not just high-tech companies that get targeted, it’s all of us. Here’s a breakdown of the… Continue reading Watch out! These social engineering tricks could fool anyone