Test Inspiration: As the April tax filing deadline in the US approached, March witnessed a significant uptick in phishing emails impersonating the IRS. This trend was not isolated to the US alone. The end of the global fiscal year saw similar impersonation attempts targeting HM Revenue and Customs in the UK, as well as other […]

Test Inspiration: RingCentral, similar to platforms like Teams or Slack, is a renowned communications tool. Its widespread use in the business sector makes it familiar to many professionals, and thus, an attractive target for cybercriminals. Attackers often craft emails with stylized HTML designs that resemble genuine RingCentral notifications. A common bait is to alert the […]

Personally identifiable information, or PII, is a common term associated with data privacy regulations. While “PII” is specific to the United States (other countries call it personal data or simply personal information), the concept of what PII is and why it’s so important translates globally. Here’s what you need to know: PII includes many types […]

If work-related security concepts were given a slogan, it would probably be “always follow policy.” In fact, you’ve probably encountered that statement many times, and for good reason. Policies are created to keep data, systems, and people safe. Without clearly defined policies, organizations would struggle to maintain security. They would also struggle to adhere to […]

Developing good habits in life is the key to strong physical and mental health. Research shows that people who regularly eat healthy foods and exercise are generally happier. A commitment to those habits (and many others) can be challenging, but it’s a fundamental part of living a fulfilling life. Similarly, you can take actions that […]

Test Inspiration: In February 2022, ‘alias impersonation’ attacks surged, making up approximately 32.2% of all cyber incidents. These attacks heavily utilize social engineering, creating a sense of urgency in their targets. This urgency often drives individuals to take actions like clicking links, opening attachments, or hastily responding to messages. Phishing Email Context: The phishing email […]

Working from home makes you no less a target for cybercriminals. Here’s a quick refresher of general security etiquette you should take home with you. Passwords Passwords represent a key part of security. Ensure yours are long, unique, and conform to your organization’s policies. You may also consider using passphrases — easy-to-remember sentences that are […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and learn like humans. AI can be divided into several different types, including: Rule-based systems, which follow a set of predetermined rules to reach a conclusion Expert systems, which use a knowledge base to make decisions Neural networks, […]

Isn’t it annoying when a webpage won’t load? Imagine how much more annoying it would be if every website you visit on a daily basis suddenly stopped working. That’s what happens during major DDoS attacks that target internet servers. What is DDOS? DDoS stands for distributed denial-of-service. It’s a cyberattack that floods servers with more […]