{"id":923,"date":"2023-07-13T00:05:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T00:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yourtechupdates.com\/?p=1226"},"modified":"2023-07-13T00:05:00","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T00:05:00","slug":"the-latest-in-phishing-attacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techwatch247.com\/the-latest-in-phishing-attacks\/","title":{"rendered":"This is the latest trend in phishing attacks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/839071801?h=f630226768\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Have you heard the saying, &#8220;A picture is worth a thousand words&#8221;? It seems cyber criminals have too, and they&#8217;re using it to their advantage.<\/p>\n<p>In a new twist on phishing campaigns, cyber criminals are luring victims to click on images rather than downloading malicious files or clicking suspicious links.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s dive into the warning signs, so you can keep your business safe from these sneaky attacks.<\/p>\n<p>First things first, what&#8217;s the big deal about clicking on an image? It might be promoting a killer deal or one time offer.<\/p>\n<p>But when you click on the image, you don\u2019t go to the real website. Instead it\u2019s a fake site designed to steal your personal information.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine being lured in by a cute cat photo only to find out that Mr. Whiskers was actually a wolf in sheep&#8217;s clothing! Not so cute anymore, right?<\/p>\n<p>So, how can you tell if an image is part of a phishing campaign? Here are some warning signs to look out for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unexpected emails:<\/strong> Did you receive an email from someone you don&#8217;t know or weren&#8217;t expecting? Be cautious! It&#8217;s like accepting candy from a stranger \u2013 you never know what you&#8217;re getting yourself into.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Too good to be true:<\/strong> If an email promises you a free vacation or a million dollars just for clicking on an image, remember the golden rule: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Spelling and grammar mistakes:<\/strong> We all make typos, but if an email is riddled with errors, it could be a sign that something is going on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mismatched logos or branding:<\/strong> If an email claims to be from a reputable company but the logo or branding doesn&#8217;t match up, assume it\u2019s a scam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now that you know what to look for, let&#8217;s talk about how to protect your business from these image-based phishing attacks:<\/p>\n<ol type=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Educate your employees:<\/strong> Knowledge is power! Make sure your team is aware of the latest phishing tactics and knows how to spot the warning signs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep software up-to-date:<\/strong> Just like you wouldn&#8217;t drive a car with bald tires, don&#8217;t let your software become outdated. Regular updates help patch security vulnerabilities that cyber criminals might exploit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use strong passwords:<\/strong> It might be tempting to use &#8220;password123&#8221; for all your accounts, but resist the urge! A strong, unique password for each account can help prevent unauthorized access. Using a password manager is even better.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA):<\/strong> MFA adds an extra layer of security by requiring people to verify their identity through another method, such as a text message or fingerprint scan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Backup your data:<\/strong> In case disaster strikes, make sure you have a backup of all your files. That way, you won&#8217;t be left high and dry if your data is compromised.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whilst cyber criminals are getting smarter and smarter with their tactics, there&#8217;s no need to panic. By being aware of the warning signs and taking proactive steps to protect your business, you can stay one step ahead of these digital tricksters.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, not all that glitters is gold \u2013 or in this case, not every cute cat picture is just a cute cat picture. 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