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Mobile carriers can be tricked into handing over your phone number to a criminal. Once that happens, texts and calls – including one‑time passcodes – go to the attacker instead of you. In 2024 the FBI recorded nearly $26 million in U.S. losses and the UK saw a 1,055 percent spike in SIM swap cases. This article explains how SIM swap scams work, why they’re so dangerous, and steps you can take to stop them.
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Collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams and Slack have become vital for remote and hybrid work. Attackers are taking advantage of that trust by sending fake invitations that look like official notifications but contain malicious content. Learn how these scams operate and how to safeguard your organization.
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A discarded flash drive in the lobby might seem like a lucky find, but it could be the beginning of a serious security incident. Infected USB devices are a common baiting tactic that attackers use to deliver malware or gain access to corporate networks. Learn why these attacks are on the rise and how to keep your organization safe.
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“Phishing” isn’t the only social‑engineering trick in the book. Attackers use a range of schemes—pretexting, vishing and smishing—that may look similar but exploit different channels and psychological triggers. Imperva notes that phishing impersonates trusted entities in emails, while pretexting creates a convincing story to gain access; vishing uses phone calls and smishing uses text messages. Learning the distinctions helps you respond appropriately to each threat.
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During benefits season, scammers impersonate HR departments to send fake open enrollment notices that harvest credentials and personal data. Learn how these phishing emails work and how to protect yourself from HR-themed social engineering.
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In busy workplaces, employees may download what appears to be a routine software patch, only to unleash ransomware that locks critical files. Learn how these fake update scams work and the steps you can take to verify updates and protect your organisation.
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Recent social‑engineering attacks show how easily trust and complacency can be exploited. From bribed insiders to phishing kits and impersonated help desks, these real‑world cases underscore why continuous training and strict identity verification are essential.
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