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Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG): Phishing Activity Trends Report for Q2 2024
By John Wilson on Wed, 08/28/2024
The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) has released its Phishing Activity Trends Report for Q2 2024, offering an in-depth analysis of recent phishing attacks and identity theft techniques. Fortra contributed to this report, with John Wilson providing insights on business email compromise (BEC).
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Supply Chain Digital: Fortra: How to Guard Against Supply Chain Attacks
By Theo Zafirakos on Mon, 08/05/2024
Supply chain cyberattacks can trigger widespread disruptions, impacting multiple business functions and areas with compounded, cascading effects. In this article in Supply Chain Digital, Theo Zafirakos outlines strategies companies can put in place to guard against supply chain attacks.
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Techopedia: FishXProxy: Dark Web’s Next-Gen ‘Ultimate Phishing Toolkit’ Alarms Experts
By Michael Tyler on Fri, 08/02/2024
In this Techopedia article, Michael Tyler discusses new phishing malware kit FishXProxy.
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Guide to Creating a Proactive Cybersecurity Strategy
Cyber attacks are common, with 89% of companies experiencing an attack in the last 12 months*. It’s time to stop asking if attacks will occur and start asking if you can stop attacks from being successful. One of the best ways to answer this question is by employing a proactive security program. Using assessment and testing to harden your cybersecurity measures, proactive security: Uncovers...
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Cyber Defense Magazine: New Phishing Campaign Using AI Generated Emails, Human Live Chat to Target Social Media Business Accounts
By Michael Tyler on Fri, 06/28/2024
In this Cyber Defense Magazine article, Michael Tyler, Sr. Director of Security Operations at Fortra, discusses a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Meta business accounts. He explains the tactics behind the campaign and shares tips to protect against it.
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Best Life: How to Identify Phishing Emails
Fri, 06/14/2024
Struggling to identify phishing emails? Theo Zafirakos shared valuable tips on how to spot email scams and stay safe.
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The Register: Prolific Phishing-Made-Easy Emporium LabHost Knocked Offline in Cyber-Cop Op
Tue, 05/07/2024
Global Police Operation has taken down a major PhaaS provider, LabHost. Fortra provided details on the platform’s North American and international subscription packages.
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The Hacker News: Global Police Operation Disrupts 'LabHost' Phishing Service
Tue, 05/07/2024
One of the largest Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) providers, LabHost was disrupted with over 30 people arrested worldwide.
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BleepingComputer: LabHost Phishing Service With 40,000 Domains Disrupted, 37 Arrested
Tue, 05/07/2024
A major phishing service with over 40,000 domains was disrupted in a year-long global law enforcement operation.
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ConsumerAffairs: Verizon Is the Target of Massive Phishing Attempt
By John Wilson on Tue, 05/07/2024
Recently, Fortra has observed phishing campaigns targeting Verizon customers. John Wilson spoke with ConsumerAffairs and shared tips on how to stay safe.
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FOX59 News: Major Phishing Attempt Targeting Verizon Customers
Tue, 05/07/2024
Fortra is warning Verizon customers to be on the lookout for a phishing campaign.
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Yahoo Tech: Major Phishing Attempt Targeting Verizon Customers
Tue, 05/07/2024
Verizon consumers are being targeted in a phishing campaign. Scammers have found ways to bypass traditional email security gateways and land in inboxes instead of junk folders.
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IT Nerd: Tips to Safeguard Against Tax Vishing Scams
By John Wilson on Fri, 03/01/2024
Tax-related phishing and vishing scams are rising during tax season. John Wilson shares valuable tips on how to spot those scams and stay safe.
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2023 Gone Phishing Tournament Report
Working with Microsoft to create a real-world simulation experience, this report provides a true phishing behavior benchmarking opportunity for organizations worldwide.
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Cyber Defense Magazine: AI Is Revolutionizing Phishing for Both Sides
By Antonio Sanchez on Fri, 02/16/2024
AI is changing the game of phishing and making attacks sharper than ever. Combining AI capabilities with the human mind might be the secret to staying on top of the game.
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TechNewsWorld: Experts Advise Caution Before Scanning QR Codes
By Dr Steve Jeffery on Wed, 12/27/2023
QR code phishing or quishing attacks keep rising. Steve Jeffery spoke to TechNewsWorld about how threat actors use QR codes to bypass existing security systems.
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Help Net Security: Exploring the Impact of Generative AI in the Presidential Election
Mon, 12/25/2023
2024 is a presidential election year in the U.S. and Ryan Maltzen, Cybersecurity Architect at Fortra, predicts an increase in attempts to influence votes through propaganda and social media campaigns, aided by the use of generative AI.
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Technology Record Winter 2023 Issue: Fight Phishing With a Simulation Solution
By Mike Devine on Fri, 12/22/2023
Mike Devine spoke to Technology Record about security awareness program best practices and Fortra’s comprehensive anti-phishing strategies that help educate employees to recognize phishing attempts.