A new ransomware threat called VanHelsing RaaS is targeting businesses just like yours — and it’s built for speed, stealth, and scale. This “Ransomware-as-a-Service” platform enables cybercriminals to infiltrate networks, encrypt sensitive files, and demand massive Bitcoin ransoms, with some cases exceeding $500,000. VanHelsing is already hitting industries tied to legal and financial records —...
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Have you ever wondered how cybercriminals are harnessing the power of AI to enhance their malicious activities? Or how they’re now crafting remarkably convincing phishing emails? The advancements in AI are not only benefiting legitimate applications but also empowering cybercrime in ways we need to be acutely aware of. In the recent article “How GhostGPT...
In response to the growing sophistication of SMS-based phishing (smishing) tactics aiming to compromise personal data and corporate security, it is imperative for you to stay informed about the nature of these attacks and the measures necessary for defense. SMS phishing, or smishing, represents a sophisticated vector of cyber threats, leveraging fraudulent text messages to...
Overconfidence in your ability to detect scams and phishing can lead to disastrous consequences. A recent report by Mimecast revealed that a staggering 95% of data breaches in 2024 involved human error! Their State of Human Risk Report and a KnowBe4 survey highlight that, despite employees’ confidence in detecting phishing attempts, over half admitted to...
Gone are the days when cybercriminals were shadowy figures acting alone; today, they operate with the sophistication and strategy of robust enterprises. The landscape of cybersecurity has starkly evolved, as vividly detailed in the latest CrowdStrike 2025 Global Threat Report. This comprehensive analysis underscores a paradigmatic shift in cyber threats, with adversaries employing business-like efficiency...
An alarming twist in phishing scams has come to light—hackers are manipulating PayPal’s address settings to send deceptive notifications about fictitious MacBook purchases. This ploy is designed to panic users into believing their account has been hijacked, prompting them to call a phone number manned by the perpetrators. The end game? To coax victims into...