Phishing scheme disguises as a Spotify podcast vote to steal user login details
It began with what seemed like a harmless request. A friend needed a favor, asking for votes to co-host a podcast event alongside Spotify and Google. The initial message came off as personal, maybe even a bit urgent. The text read, “I have a small favor to ask of you. I’m a candidate to co-host […]
Google Cloud phishing attack affects 3,200 organizations with 9,000 emails.
Cybercriminals have found a sophisticated new method for sending phishing emails that land directly in your inbox. Instead of pretending to be a well-known brand, they are taking advantage of legitimate cloud tools that people generally trust. Recent findings from security experts indicate that attackers have compromised an actual email function within Google Cloud. This […]
Phishing scam relies on rnicrosoft.com domain to capture Microsoft login details
Recent phishing schemes are taking advantage of subtle visual tricks that many might not immediately notice. Cybercriminals have created a fake domain, rnicrosoft.com, to impersonate Microsoft and steal usernames and passwords. The method is quite straightforward: by placing the letters ‘r’ and ‘n’ together, they can mimic the letter ‘m.’ In certain fonts, this combination […]
Phishing emails disguise soft hyphens in subject lines to evade security.
Cybercriminals are constantly innovating, and email remains a popular method for their schemes. You might have noticed everything from bogus package notifications to surprisingly sophisticated AI-generated scams. While email filters have improved, attackers are adapting their strategies. Recently, they’ve started targeting the subject lines directly by embedding tiny invisible text that automated systems can’t detect. […]
Large phishing scheme aims at Microsoft 365 users targeting over 1,000 domains
New Phishing Threat Targets Microsoft 365 Users Security experts are alerting users about a new phishing platform that’s making waves, called Quantum Route Redirect (QRR). This tool is responsible for a vast network of fake login pages across around 1,000 different domains. The truth is, many of these pages look quite realistic, which can easily […]
Ways to safeguard yourself against American Express phishing scams with 10 helpful tips
It began with a concerning message. “Address abnormal activity on your American Express account immediately.” This was the subject line of a scam email that aimed to lure me into clicking on a fraudulent link, which urged: “Please verify your account activity.” It had an air of legitimacy, featuring a logo, customer support language, and […]
New phishing scheme aims at university employees’ payroll to take their earnings.
Phishing Scams Targeting Universities on the Rise Phishing scams are becoming a serious issue, affecting a wide range of institutions including hospitals, tech companies, and fast food outlets. However, universities seem to be particularly hard-hit, especially in this year. A new type of cybercrime has emerged: “pirate payroll” attacks. These attacks focus on taking control […]
AI phishing scams are becoming more advanced, here’s how to stay safe
Cyber Experts Share Tips to Avoid AI Phishing Scams Kurt ‘The CyberGuy’ Knutsson offers practical advice on steering clear of AI-generated phishing scams. He also discusses unsettling reports about North Korean operatives disguising themselves as IT workers to fund the country’s nuclear endeavors. Artificial intelligence has a lot of potential. Whether you’re drafting an email, […]
Scammers imitate genuine work emails, making phishing attacks almost impossible to spot.
Tips to Avoid AI Phishing Scams Cybercriminals are constantly evolving, and their tactics, especially through phishing emails, are becoming more sophisticated. These deceptive emails often appear to come from trusted sources, making it quite tricky to detect them. In particular, work emails can lower your guard. Who would suspect anything from their boss or IT […]
Most adults were unable to tell apart real from AI-generated phishing emails.
Recent global surveys have revealed that many individuals struggle to tell the difference between phishing messages generated by artificial intelligence (AI) and those crafted by actual people. A study involving 18,000 adults worldwide assessed their understanding of cyber threats like phishing and AI, highlighting a considerable gap in awareness. In fact, only 46% of respondents […]