Vishing attacks surged 442% last year - how to protect yourselfVishing attacks are rapidly increasing, with a 442% rise reported in late 2024, indicating a serious threat to individuals and organizations.
CrowdStrike Security Report: Generative AI Powers Social Engineering AttacksPhishing attacks are declining, with threat actors employing social engineering and generative AI to execute sophisticated forms of fraud.
Microsoft Warns of ClickFix Phishing Campaign Targeting Hospitality Sector via Fake Booking[.]com EmailsMicrosoft warns about a phishing attack targeting the hospitality sector that uses ClickFix to deliver malware disguised as emails from Booking.com.
Criminals Use Malware to Steal Near Field Communication DataA new cyberattack targets Android users, stealing NFC data via advanced social engineering and malware, enabling unauthorized ATM cash withdrawals.
AI and the Dark Art of Social Engineering | HackerNoonSocial engineering scams are increasingly effective, especially with the rise of AI-generated attacks.
Arsen Introduces AI-Powered Phishing Tests To Improve Social Engineering Resilience | HackerNoonArsen's Conversational Phishing feature revolutionizes employee training by simulating dynamic, real-time phishing conversations to counteract sophisticated cyber threats.
Vishing attacks surged 442% last year - how to protect yourselfVishing attacks are rapidly increasing, with a 442% rise reported in late 2024, indicating a serious threat to individuals and organizations.
CrowdStrike Security Report: Generative AI Powers Social Engineering AttacksPhishing attacks are declining, with threat actors employing social engineering and generative AI to execute sophisticated forms of fraud.
Microsoft Warns of ClickFix Phishing Campaign Targeting Hospitality Sector via Fake Booking[.]com EmailsMicrosoft warns about a phishing attack targeting the hospitality sector that uses ClickFix to deliver malware disguised as emails from Booking.com.
Criminals Use Malware to Steal Near Field Communication DataA new cyberattack targets Android users, stealing NFC data via advanced social engineering and malware, enabling unauthorized ATM cash withdrawals.
AI and the Dark Art of Social Engineering | HackerNoonSocial engineering scams are increasingly effective, especially with the rise of AI-generated attacks.
Arsen Introduces AI-Powered Phishing Tests To Improve Social Engineering Resilience | HackerNoonArsen's Conversational Phishing feature revolutionizes employee training by simulating dynamic, real-time phishing conversations to counteract sophisticated cyber threats.
OBSCURE#BAT Malware Uses Fake CAPTCHA Pages to Deploy Rootkit r77 and Evade DetectionA new malware campaign named OBSCURE#BAT deploys a rootkit called r77 using social engineering tactics.
Venture capital firm Insight Partners faces security breachInsight Partners experienced a cyber incident due to a sophisticated social engineering attack but believes there will be no significant impacts.
Russia-aligned hackers are targeting Signal users with device-linking QR codesSignal remains secure but is targeted by Russian agents to exploit its linking feature for manipulation.
VC giant Insight Partners confirms January cyberattack | TechCrunchInsight Partners experienced a cybersecurity breach in January, involving unauthorized access through social engineering.
Protecting financial institutions in the era of AI-driven threatsAI is enhancing the sophistication of ransomware attacks, especially in the financial sector.Spear phishing using AI is increasing vulnerabilities in financial organizations.The use of deepfakes represents a new level of threat in cyber attacks.
Engineering the human out of cybersecurityHuman error significantly contributes to data breaches, necessitating a shift in cybersecurity frameworks that accommodate human limitations and behavioral psychology.
OBSCURE#BAT Malware Uses Fake CAPTCHA Pages to Deploy Rootkit r77 and Evade DetectionA new malware campaign named OBSCURE#BAT deploys a rootkit called r77 using social engineering tactics.
Venture capital firm Insight Partners faces security breachInsight Partners experienced a cyber incident due to a sophisticated social engineering attack but believes there will be no significant impacts.
Russia-aligned hackers are targeting Signal users with device-linking QR codesSignal remains secure but is targeted by Russian agents to exploit its linking feature for manipulation.
VC giant Insight Partners confirms January cyberattack | TechCrunchInsight Partners experienced a cybersecurity breach in January, involving unauthorized access through social engineering.
Protecting financial institutions in the era of AI-driven threatsAI is enhancing the sophistication of ransomware attacks, especially in the financial sector.Spear phishing using AI is increasing vulnerabilities in financial organizations.The use of deepfakes represents a new level of threat in cyber attacks.
Engineering the human out of cybersecurityHuman error significantly contributes to data breaches, necessitating a shift in cybersecurity frameworks that accommodate human limitations and behavioral psychology.
Financial services sector is facing data risks from personal appsPersonal app usage poses substantial data security risks in financial services.Generative AI utilization is widespread, but a majority of organizations block certain apps.Social engineering tactics, like malware scams, are prevalent in the financial sector.
Exclusive: Anagram takes a gamified approach to employee cybersecurity trainingInnovative cybersecurity training methods are key to combating human-driven breaches.
AI isn't the cure for AI-led cyber attacksAI can enhance cyber attacks, increasing frequency and scale. Social engineering remains the leading cause of breaches.
Financial services sector is facing data risks from personal appsPersonal app usage poses substantial data security risks in financial services.Generative AI utilization is widespread, but a majority of organizations block certain apps.Social engineering tactics, like malware scams, are prevalent in the financial sector.
Exclusive: Anagram takes a gamified approach to employee cybersecurity trainingInnovative cybersecurity training methods are key to combating human-driven breaches.
AI isn't the cure for AI-led cyber attacksAI can enhance cyber attacks, increasing frequency and scale. Social engineering remains the leading cause of breaches.
The Attention Alchemists: crafting gold from social engineeringModern engagement strategies prioritize capturing human attention over mere education.Social engineering techniques leverage emotional responses for influence.
Potent youth cybercrime ring made up of 1,000 people, FBI official saysA group of around 1,000 young cybercriminals known as Scattered Spider pose a significant cybersecurity threat through social engineering and collaboration with ransomware groups.
Top 5 AI-Powered Social Engineering AttacksAI is enhancing social engineering tactics by targeting human vulnerabilities on a larger scale.
Potent youth cybercrime ring made up of 1,000 people, FBI official saysA group of around 1,000 young cybercriminals known as Scattered Spider pose a significant cybersecurity threat through social engineering and collaboration with ransomware groups.
Top 5 AI-Powered Social Engineering AttacksAI is enhancing social engineering tactics by targeting human vulnerabilities on a larger scale.
Get ready for these scams in 2025Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, utilizing personal data and technology to execute highly convincing fraud schemes.
Warning as bank fraud is skyrocketing across the USSocial engineering and urgency tactics are key strategies used by scammers to exploit their victims, leading to significant financial losses.
Get ready for these scams in 2025Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, utilizing personal data and technology to execute highly convincing fraud schemes.
Warning as bank fraud is skyrocketing across the USSocial engineering and urgency tactics are key strategies used by scammers to exploit their victims, leading to significant financial losses.
8 Million Android Users Hit by SpyLoan Malware in Loan Apps on Google PlayMalicious Android apps posing as loan services have been found on Google Play, collectively downloaded over 8 million times, containing SpyLoan malware.
Hackers are targeting Windows Quick Assist remote desktop features to deploy ransomwareHackers are targeting Windows Quick Assist for ransomware attacks.
8 Million Android Users Hit by SpyLoan Malware in Loan Apps on Google PlayMalicious Android apps posing as loan services have been found on Google Play, collectively downloaded over 8 million times, containing SpyLoan malware.
Hackers are targeting Windows Quick Assist remote desktop features to deploy ransomwareHackers are targeting Windows Quick Assist for ransomware attacks.
Rampant NYC development killing Second Avenue's character - and luxury is squashing food cultureNew luxury apartment developments should include affordable restaurants to prevent displacement of local businesses.
Groupthink (Fortune magazine, 1952)The shift from individualism to group orientation in American society reflects both societal evolution and growing concerns over coercive social structures.
Scattered Spider, BlackCat criminals claw backCriminal gangs Scattered Spider and BlackCat/ALPHV have reemerged, indicating persistent cyber threats despite law enforcement actions.
Crims abusing Microsoft Quick Assist to deploy ransomwareA cybercrime gang is exploiting Microsoft's Quick Assist for social engineering attacks leading to Black Basta ransomware infections.
Scattered Spider, BlackCat criminals claw backCriminal gangs Scattered Spider and BlackCat/ALPHV have reemerged, indicating persistent cyber threats despite law enforcement actions.
Crims abusing Microsoft Quick Assist to deploy ransomwareA cybercrime gang is exploiting Microsoft's Quick Assist for social engineering attacks leading to Black Basta ransomware infections.
AI in cyber attacks: a potential wildfire?AI is increasingly being utilized by cybercriminals to enhance the efficacy and frequency of attacks.
Malcolm Gladwell's New Take on Tipping PointsMalcolm Gladwell's recent work examines the darker aspects of the Tipping Point concept, focusing on the manipulation of social phenomena.
Using artificial intelligence (AI) to track and analyze cyber risksAI is set to transform cyber security, improving threat detection and productivity but may lead to overreliance by professionals.
The NCSC and FBI just issued a major alert over a state-backed hacker group - here's what you need to knowIran-linked hackers are using social engineering tactics to target officials related to Iranian and Middle Eastern affairs.
Using artificial intelligence (AI) to track and analyze cyber risksAI is set to transform cyber security, improving threat detection and productivity but may lead to overreliance by professionals.
The NCSC and FBI just issued a major alert over a state-backed hacker group - here's what you need to knowIran-linked hackers are using social engineering tactics to target officials related to Iranian and Middle Eastern affairs.
Hacker tricks ChatGPT into giving out detailed instructions for making homemade bombs | TechCrunchChatGPT's safety guidelines can be circumvented, posing risks for creating dangerous instructions through manipulative prompts.
Trump superfan Candace Owens says TikTok is 'socially engineering' men to be gayCandace Owens claims TikTok is manipulating social behaviors, particularly regarding gender and family planning, which she views as unnatural changes against evolution.
Candace Owens says TikTok is socially engineering men to be gay - LGBTQ NationCandace Owens condemns TikTok for social engineering American behavior while paradoxically consuming its content.
Trump superfan Candace Owens says TikTok is 'socially engineering' men to be gayCandace Owens claims TikTok is manipulating social behaviors, particularly regarding gender and family planning, which she views as unnatural changes against evolution.
Candace Owens says TikTok is socially engineering men to be gay - LGBTQ NationCandace Owens condemns TikTok for social engineering American behavior while paradoxically consuming its content.
How AI Creates and Spreads Disinformation and What Businesses Can Do About It | HackerNoonOrganizations must understand AI capabilities, potential misuse, and strategies to mitigate harm in combating the rise of disinformation.
Summer Olympics: What IT Teams Need to Do Before & During the Event for Their BusinessesThreat actors exploit excitement of Paris Olympics, targeting online users for financial gain.