The number of attacks had slowed down after the winter holidays but after the past two weeks, it's evident that the ransomware attacks are back at full speed.
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An AOL mail phishing campaign is underway to steal users' login name and password by warning recipients that their account is about to be closed. While most people are using Gmail, Outlook, or other modern free mail services, many older people continue to use AOL simply because they are used to the service and find it too complicated to switch to a new email service.
Software without the most recent patch is like an unlocked door for threat actors. They know the openings are there and can just walk in. But patching and a software update schedule can make sure that door stays locked.
Just before Christmas, the British Government became the first to approve a COVID-19 vaccine. Since that announcement, not only have several other vaccines been regulated for use, but the worldwide rollout is gaining momentum with other countries approving and accelerating populous vaccination programs.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has warned US tax professionals of identity thieves actively targeting them in a series of phishing attacks attempting to steal Electronic Filing Identification Numbers (EFINs). Scammers started this ongoing phishing campaign right before the US tax season with the end goal of stealing both client data and tax preparers' identities.