WHY SECURITY AWARENESS PROGRAMS FAIL—AND HOW TO FIX IT
Cybersecurity threats target systems, processes, and, increasingly, people. While technological defenses like firewalls and endpoint detection continue to advance, the human element remains a frequent entry point for attackers. According to Verizon’s most recent Data Breach Investigation Report, 68% of data breaches involve human factors—whether through error, negligence, or malicious actions. This article focuses […]
9 Examples of Social Engineering Attacks
By definition, all examples of social engineering take advantage of human nature. Behaviors such as the willingness to trust others are exploited to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information. Social engineering has become the backbone of many cyber threats, from phishing emails to smishing and vishing attacks. This blog post will outline many popular social […]
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Enhancing your Online Security: The Role of Password Managers In an increasingly digital world, ensuring your online safety is paramount. One of the foundational aspects of cybersecurity is the management of passwords. With cyber threats evolving constantly, using strong, unique passwords for each of your accounts is crucial. However, remembering complex passwords for multiple accounts […]
Are You Being Played? AI’s Role in Social Engineering and How You Can Protect Yourself
Are You Being Played? AI’s Role in Social Engineering and How You Can Protect Yourself While there’s no denying that AI has its advantages, it also comes with its fair share of drawbacks. One of which is its role in making social engineering easier to pull off. Cyber criminals are beginning to utilize AI software to generate the […]
Protect Your Personal Information from Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) Attacks
Protect Your Personal Information from Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) Attacks Don’t you just love the portability of modern-day remote work? Any café, airport, or city promenade can magically become your office for the day. However, one downside is that the public Wi-Fi networks you need to get your work done are prime places for risks such as […]
7 Signs You Should Break Up with Your Security Awareness Training Program
Cyber Security Education Program – 7 Signs You Should Break Up with Your Security Awareness Training Program Cyber Security Education Program – Neil Sedaka had it right: breaking up is hard to do. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be worthwhile, especially in the context of your organization’s security awareness training program. Sometimes, the red […]
The Cyber Times January Edition
January 2023 Newsletter.
Cyber Security Awareness How to Create a Strong Password in 7 Easy Steps
On May 7th of every year, organizations worldwide remind their end users of the importance of a strong password. But with remote workforces becoming the new normal and a sharp increase in the amount of information exchanged digitally daily, strong password best practices must be everyone’s priority year-round.
Phishing Attack by Chinese Hackers Used 42,000 Imposter Domains
Cybersecurity researchers recently identified a massive phishing attack campaign targeting major companies around the world. The attack used more than 42,000 imposter domains that Chinese hackers registered to impersonate trusted websites of the targeted organizations.
122 Cyber Security Statistics: 2023 Trends & Data
Cyber security awareness is an everyday job, and it’s easy to fall into a false sense of security once you have a solid plan. Every year, statistics are a reminder that hackers and scammers never sleep. New trends and attack types pop up daily, making it difficult to keep track.
