Category: HelpnetSecurity

Number of email-based phishing attacks surges 464%
10
Jul
2023

Number of email-based phishing attacks surges 464%

The evolving cyberattack landscape reveals the increasing utilization of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems, like ChatGPT, by cybercriminals for crafting…

Overcoming user resistance to passwordless authentication
10
Jul
2023

Overcoming user resistance to passwordless authentication

Many organizations agree in theory that passwordless authentication is the future, but getting there represents a significant change management challenge….

New disturbing ransomware trend threatens organizations
10
Jul
2023

New disturbing ransomware trend threatens organizations

Ransomware attacks increased by over 37% in 2023 compared to the previous year, with the average enterprise ransom payment exceeding…

Week in review: Fileless attacks increase 1,400%, consumers ditch brands hit by ransomware
09
Jul
2023

Week in review: Fileless attacks increase 1,400%, consumers ditch brands hit by ransomware

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Island Enterprise Browser: Intelligent security…

July 2023 Patch Tuesday forecast: A month of instability and uncertainty
07
Jul
2023

July 2023 Patch Tuesday forecast: A month of instability and uncertainty

We’re halfway through 2023 already and moving into our seventh Patch Tuesday of the year next week. There’s been a…

Is your browser betraying you? Emerging threats in 2023
07
Jul
2023

Is your browser betraying you? Emerging threats in 2023

Network attacks (IPS detections) have remained relatively flat over the last three quarters, technically down a bit more than 3%,…

API tools and services are fueling revenue growth
07
Jul
2023

API tools and services are fueling revenue growth

As more companies recognize APIs as the building blocks of modern software, API tools and services are evolving to meet…

Scammers using AI voice technology to commit crimes
07
Jul
2023

Scammers using AI voice technology to commit crimes

The usage of platforms like Cash App, Zelle, and Venmo for peer-to-peer payments has experienced a significant surge, with scams…

How to cultivate a culture of continuous cybersecurity improvement
06
Jul
2023

How to cultivate a culture of continuous cybersecurity improvement

Regulatory compliance and cybersecurity improvement are not two sides of the same coin: they are distinct pillars that demand specialized…

Promoting responsible AI: Balancing innovation and regulation
06
Jul
2023

Promoting responsible AI: Balancing innovation and regulation

As AI technology advances, it is essential to remain mindful of familiar and emerging risks. Education is critical to fostering…

ChatGPT's unknown potential keeps us guessing
06
Jul
2023

ChatGPT’s unknown potential keeps us guessing

An overwhelming number of respondents familiar with ChatGPT were concerned about the risks it poses to security and safety, according…

Cybercriminals can break voice authentication with 99% success rate
06
Jul
2023

Cybercriminals can break voice authentication with 99% success rate

Computer scientists at the University of Waterloo have discovered a method of attack that can successfully bypass voice authentication security…