Category Archives: Phishing Emails
January Recap: All You Need to Know About Social Engineering
This month, we covered a range of topics concerning social engineering. Social engineering is now considered one of the most prevalent risks when it comes to online security. Most hackers rely heavily on social engineering tactics to lure unsuspecting users to divulge information. It sounds complicated but it’s nothing more than the practice of manipulating … Continue reading
The Top 5 Ways Cybercriminals Use Social Engineering
Advanced technology and cutting-edge hacking techniques have been the main tool that cybercriminals use for online attacks. But did you know that the most effective method that hackers use for enticing victims online is something so much simpler? Cybercriminals use social engineering or in other words, manipulate people by establishing trust and playing on their … Continue reading
What Is Social Engineering and How Can It Affect Your Business?
Terms like phishing and malware have become very common terms these days because of their widespread use online. Did you know that these activities are but a small part of a much bigger operation known as social engineering? Definition of Social Engineering The term might be new but the practice has been going on for … Continue reading
Spotting a Phishing Email: What You Need to Know
One of the most devious traps on the internet is phishing emails. These are emails that are created in order to look like legitimate emails from real companies but in reality they are not. They are designed to capture your personal information such as credit card numbers, usernames, account numbers, passwords, and much more. If … Continue reading