Brand impersonation is 51% of browser phishing attempts
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The Menlo Security report highlights a dramatic rise in browser-based attacks, driven by AI-powered threats, phishing-as-a-service, and zero-day vulnerabilities. 2023 saw a 140% increase in overall browser phishing attacks, with specific zero-hour phishing attacks rising by 130%. Major brands like Microsoft, Facebook, and Netflix are frequently impersonated, while 2024 noted nearly 600 incidents of fraud linked to generative AI services. Additionally, cybercriminals are increasingly using reputable platforms for hosting phishing attacks, posing significant risks due to exploitation of cloud services.
Generative AI services are increasingly impersonated in phishing attacks; researchers uncovered nearly 600 incidents of GenAI fraud in 2024, manipulating unsuspecting victims.
Cybercriminals have created nearly one million new phishing sites each month, reflecting a 700% increase since 2020, highlighting the evolving landscape of online threats.
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