Adware Beware
Some adware may be fine and help serve more tailored ads, but it's the malicious type we'll be exploring.
PhishingBox's training emails contain security tips with animated content that can be sent to employees or staff as part of an ongoing security awareness training program. These emails, unlike security awareness training courses, do not require any formal interaction with the end user. The security tip emails are intended to provide ongoing security reminders to employees and staff. By design, the security tip training emails do not contain any links or features that could be construed as suspicious.
Some adware may be fine and help serve more tailored ads, but it's the malicious type we'll be exploring.
You should only turn these features on when actively using them.
Adding walls of defense mitigates the likelihood you'll suffer from a cyberattack.
There are some aspects of security that are controlled by the user that can improve or maintain the security of the authentication system.
Many data breaches are not caused by hackers, but by the unintentional exposure of confidential information by employees.
Email security should be a top priority for all companies. From schools to startups, email is the backbone of many organizations. It's also one of the most common methods for attackers to break into a network.
When it comes to information security, you play a big role in your organization's security. The following steps are key to helping your organization stay secure.
Bots, as a whole, account for close to 60% of all web traffic.
It isn't easy to remember different passwords for different applications and devices. But there's help!
Public community gathering points like airports, hotels, and restaurants are hotbeds for cybercrime.
Credential and data theft doesn’t stop with digital attacks.
Phone numbers can be easily masked, do not trust caller ID on your phone.
Keep your data and information secure from prying eyes.
If there's going to be an exchange of money, make sure everything adds up.
Caution is the best policy.
Some of the information we access on a daily basis is sensitive and should be handled appropriately.
Not even the best scammer can outsmart skepticism.
A security incident is an event that threatens the security of our information systems. This includes the transmission, storage, and retrieval of information with third parties.
How to develop a plan you can stick to and what should be included.
Your most dangerous corporate threat could be an internal one.
Five questions to ask yourself.
Ransomware can be devastating to an organization by limiting access to systems and information.
Even if you're coming right back, grabbing something from the printer, running to the restroom, or throwing something away, keeping your computer secure is crucial.
Routine & Fatigue: An IT administrator's worst nightmares.
A password, by definition, is a secret word or phrase used to gain access to something... not everything!
In today's environment, there are an increasing number of web-based systems. As such, it is likely that you have multiple usernames and passwords to remember.
Private data should not be accessed or shared over open networks.
Stop leaving passwords on Post-It notes in plain sight, for starters.
If you get a request for ANYTHING, don't respond to it until it can be verified.
Keep unauthorized access at bay and sensitive information locked away.
Shadow IT is defined as using systems, software, devices, applications, or technology services without formal approval from an organization's technology department.
Protect and dispose of sensitive information and printed documents properly.
Scammers aren't afraid to send you a text.
Personalized phishing attempts curated just for you by the bad guys.
Keep your hardware and software updated to stay as safe as possible.
The financial impact can go well beyond the initial attack.
Cybersecurity includes the human element.
From your email inbox to phone calls, texts, and everywhere in between, scammers have developed clever ways to steal and wreak havoc.
Scammers who attempt their malicious acts via phone call will try to catch you unsuspectingly. We'll help get you prepared to spot a scam call.
A network connection point which hosts your team and resources. It is secure, requiring 2-factor-authentication (2FA) or multi-factor-authentication (MFA) and data encryption so only those with lawful access can see the content.
Look out CEOs, executive teams, and upper management trying to impress the board or the boss, this one's for you.
How to spot a hacking attempt and identify if you've been compromised.
We all make mistakes. We’re here to help you know what to do when you slip up.
Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files on a computer where the attacker provides a method for the victim to pay to unlock the files, hence the name.
Preparing for the worst is necessary for information security.
Receive or stumble upon a Universal Serial Bus (USB) drive, flash drive, external hard drive, compact disc (CD), DVD, SD card, floppy disk (just checking to make sure you’re still paying attention!)?
Cybercriminals are hijacking Wikipedia pages to distribute nefarious links.
Many users have come to expect HTTPS to be safe and secure. Seeing a padlock icon has equated to moving freely on a site and even providing private information or payment details worry free.
AI-powered tools provide cybercriminals with a wealth of resources and opportunity.
Popular events are prime targets for cybercrime.
Cybercriminals deploy malicious QR codes physically and digitally.
Increasing threat impact with delayed action tactics.
Prank phone calls with malicious goals.
How cybercriminals evade email filter protection.
Cybersecurity starts with Managed Service Provider guardians.
What threatens off-site data storage?
The evolution of security awareness training.
A multi-faceted approach to cybersecurity is necessary for proper protection.
Exploiting the gaps in your cybersecurity defenses.
Staying aware internally is just as important as being on your guard externally.
While GenAI has potential applications in various fields, including cybersecurity, its impact on actual attacks has been limited so far.