Smishing stories
New cloud hacktool Xeon Sender exploits APIs for spam SMS
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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cloud services
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sentinelone
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twilio
SentinelLabs has detected Xeon Sender, a new tool exploiting APIs to execute large-scale SMS spam attacks. The tool targets services like Amazon SNS and Twilio using legitimate credentials.
New data breaches spark cybersecurity fears as Twilio confirms attack
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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mfa
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breach prevention
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data breach
ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for compromising 33 million Twilio users' phone numbers via the Authy 2FA app, sparking major security concerns.
What is vishing? Tips to spot and avoid voice phishing scams
Thu, 2nd May 2024
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malware
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uc
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vpns
As vishing scams persist, we explore its mechanisms, common tactics, and how to deter these voice phishing attacks, safeguarding your personal data and finances.
Importance of cyber readiness emphasised for World Backup Day
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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data protection
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dr
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advanced persistent threat protection
CybeReady, an autonomous cybersecurity learning firm, highlights the key role of cybersecurity readiness as World Backup Day 2024 approaches.
Appdome's real-time defense against mobile app social engineering attacks
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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smartphones
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application security
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devsecops
Appdome presents real-time defense system against social engineering attacks targeting mobile apps, enhancing user security and brand reputation.
Smishing scam utilising Amazon Web Services uncovered
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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martech
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cybersecurity
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software development
SNS Sender uses Amazon's cloud services for 'smishing' scams, impersonating USPS notifications, according to cybersecurity firm SentinelLabs.
Decline in trust with SMS platforms predicted by new XConnect study
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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phishing
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email security
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cloud services
A study by XConnect and Mobilesquared reveals CPaaS providers are expected to lose nearly a quarter of trust in SMS platforms between 2023 and 2025 due to potential fraud risks.
Surge in cyberattacks on public sector spotlighted by KnowBe4 report
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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it training
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyberattacks on the public sector surge in 2023, says KnowBe4 report, revealing a noteworthy 31% increase in APAC region and a global rising trend in ransomware incidents.
KnowBe4 offers top cybersecurity tips for a safe 2023 holiday season
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
In response to rising cybercrime, KnowBe4 has shared its primary cybersecurity advice for the 2023 festive season.
Cybermate unveils Australia's 1st 'Psybersecurity' app for SMEs
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Cybermate 2.0 turns the spotlight onto the human behavioural aspects of cyber risk, thus complementing traditional cybersecurity measures.