Criminals Exploit the Death of Pope Francis to Launch Scams
Scammers are exploiting the death of Pope Francis to launch social engineering attacks, according to researchers at Check Point.
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Social Engineering Campaign Abuses Zoom to Install Malware
A social engineering campaign is abusing Zoom’s remote control feature to take control of victims’ computers and install malware, according to researchers at security firm Trail of Bits.
Half of Organizations Lack Protection Against Email Spoofing
A new report from Valimail has found that 50% of organizations lack effective protection against email spoofing.
When confusion becomes a weapon: How cybercriminals exploit economic turmoil
It begins with a simple notification: “Markets in Free Fall.” Within moments, the headlines multiply: new tariffs, emergency actions, plummeting consumer confidence. Across boardrooms and break rooms, anxiety ripples at every level. People begin refres…
North Korean Cryptocurrency Thieves Caught Hijacking Zoom ‘Remote Control’ Feature
North Korean cryptocurrency thieves abusing Zoom Remote collaboration feature to target cryptocurrency traders with malware.
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The Zoom attack you didn’t see coming
Did you know that when participating in a Zoom call, you can grant permission to other participants to control your computer remotely? While this feature may come in handy when dealing with trusted family, friends and colleagues, threat actors have sta…
How Does Human Risk Management Differ from Security Awareness Training?
In today’s cybersecurity landscape, organizations face an ever-present and often underestimated threat: human risk.
Despite significant advancements in technological defenses, human error remains a leading cause of data breaches and security …
UK Organizations Cite Phishing as the Most Disruptive Type of Cyberattack
Phishing was the most prevalent and disruptive type of attack experienced by UK organizations over the past twelve months, according to the British government’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025.
Warning: QuickBooks Phishing Campaign Targets Taxpayers
Cybercriminals are capitalizing on tax season by launching phishing campaigns targeting QuickBooksusers, Malwarebytes reports.
Europe’s Energy Sector at Risk: The Critical Need for Cybersecurity
Reliable energy is the backbone of any modern society. It powers our homes, industries, and economies. But what happens when this essential infrastructure becomes a target for cyberattacks? In Europe, the energy sector is facing an escalating …