In issue #141 of Internet Security Week , we discuss why companies are the main targets of phishing, cybercriminals impersonate law firms, the main security challenges for the future, tips for making safe purchases on Black Friday, and much more.
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Why are companies prime targets for phishing?
The targets of these attacks can be ordinary users, seeking login data for accounts, banks, cards and portals, and even companies aiming to carry out financial transactions, but companies are more profitable targets.
By Kelvin Zimmer on Lumiun Blog
Hackers sell access to 576 corporate networks for US$4 million.
A new report from the Israeli cybersecurity firm Kela shows that hackers are selling access to 576 corporate networks worldwide for a total price of US$4 million.
In CISO Advisor
A group of cybercriminals is posing as law firms.
A business email compromise group called 'Crimson Kingsnake' has emerged, posing as well-known international law firms to trick recipients into approving payments for overdue invoices.
By Bill Toulas on Bleeping Computer
The use of the same passwords and a false sense of security are a cause for concern.
The password security company LastPass released its annual Password Psychology report on Tuesday (1), which outlines the current state of user behavior when it comes to access credentials and data protection. And the result remains quite worrying: even with education on the subject on the rise in recent years, the same bad habits continue to dominate activities, and, worse, with an increase in the false sense of increased security.
By Claudio Yuge on Canaltech
What are cybercriminals looking for?
If outsiders somehow gain access to your network, it won't be pleasant – no matter the type of attack. However, you can minimize the potential damage from such a breach by thinking ahead about which assets an attacker would be most interested in and then strengthening your security around them.
By Hugh Aver in Kaspersky Daily
The top 10 cybersecurity challenges for the future.
Many companies are aware of the risks involved in exposure to cyber threats, and this has made cybersecurity a top priority over time. However, the vast majority of companies still struggle to respond to a security incident.
By Juan Manuel Harán in We Live Security
The LockBit ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack against Continental Tires.
LockBit also allegedly stole some data from Continental's systems, and they are threatening to publish it on their data leak website if the company does not comply with their demands.
By Sergiu Gatlan on Bleeping Computer
Cybercriminal group steals approximately US$11 million from banks.
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a widespread advanced persistent threat (APT) campaign orchestrated by a French-speaking group that stole at least $11 million from banks and telecommunications operators over a four-year period.
In CISO Advisor
Phishing attacks can cause 4 major problems for companies
While data loss can represent a significant financial loss for an individual, for a company the losses can be alarming and catastrophic. This type of attack can have many consequences for a business.
By Kelvin Zimmer on Lumiun Blog
Black Friday | Tips for safe shopping during the event. Beware of scams during the World Cup.
Projections for this year's Black Friday couldn't be more attractive. Boosted by the World Cup, the event is expected to generate R$6 billion in e-commerce sales with over 8 million online orders, according to the Brazilian Association of Electronic Commerce (ABComm). However, just like merchants, the date is a prime opportunity for scammers, who take advantage of the situation to deceive consumers.
By Giovana Pignati on Canaltech
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See the news summary from the last month.
- Relive the main cybersecurity news stories that gained prominence during the month of October.
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