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Don’t be a Romance Fraud Victim this Valentine’s Day
Romance Fraud has become more common knowledge over the last few years thanks the media and conversation surrounding ‘Catfishing’ – the act of luring a
Under 25s Revealed to be Most Targeted Group Online
When it comes to online scams and attacks it’s a common belief that older generations, being less adjusted to the every day use of technology
2.2 Billion Accounts in Biggest Ever Data Dump
Just two weeks ago a data dump named Collection #1 completely redefined data breaches by publishing a database of millions of compromised emails and passwords,
The Worst Passwords of 2018
Over the years it seems that the general public is finally starting to grasp the importance of having a strong and original password to protect
Don’t Be Tricked by Website Spoofing
Fraudulent websites, or ‘spoofed websites’, are used by cyber-criminals to trick users into entering sensitive data under the impression that it is a trusted site.
Keystroke Logging – An Overlooked Threat
What is Keystroke Logging? Keystroke logging – also known as keylogging, spyware, and more – is a hacking tactic that uses malicious software to monitor
Social Media Security Risks & Tips
Social media is no longer just a luxury for the consumer, but a vital platform for businesses to reach their audiences in a quick and
How Training Differs Between Age Groups
Knowledge sharing, different perspectives, and enhanced customer experience were all identified as key benefits to having an age-diverse workplace; older groups can share practical experience
Malware: Understanding the Threat
What is Malware? Malware, or malicious software, is an overarching term referring to any program or code designed to cause harm to computers and
Vishing Explained
Chances are you are familiar with the common cyber attack that is Phishing – emails impersonating an authority figure or trusted company to trick the
Recognising CEO Fraud with Examples
CEO fraud is a sub-category of Phishing attacks, involving the impersonation of a high-ranking member of a company, usually instructing an employee via email to
Why Every Member of Staff Will Receive Social Engineering Emails
It’s safe to assume that anybody with an email has probably received at least a handful of social engineering emails in their time – maybe
Identifying Spear Phishing with Examples
Spear phishing is a type of targeted cyber-attack, usually encountered over email, typically using urgency and fear to trick the target into giving out personal
Real Life Social Engineering Examples
Social Engineering is defined as the use of deception to manipulate individuals into divulging confidential information or breaking normal security procedures, with the intention of
Understanding Ransomware with Key Examples
Ransomware is a type of malware that prevents users from accessing their network or personal files, only allowing them to regain access in return for
How to Spot a Phishing Attack
When most people think of scam emails they’re reminded of Nigerian Princes asking for large sums of money with no sense of subtlety at all,
What is Spear Phishing?
Spear Phishing is a targeted cyber-attack that is used to steal confidential data such as financial information or account details. This is achieved by acquiring
What is CEO Fraud?
CEO fraud is a type of phishing email attack which involves the impersonation of a company’s CEO or a high-ranking employee to attempt to trick
Social Engineering Tactics
Social engineering is essentially the act of manipulating people into giving access to confidential information or areas, rather than using force or hacking. The information
Boxphish Launches New Partner Program
Program designed to build recurring revenue without need for significant technical resources LEEDS, WEST YORKSHIRE – September 1, 2018 – Boxphish, a newly launched
Boxphish Launch: Continuous & Defined Cyber Awareness & Training
Purpose built training software designed to improve security knowledge and change behaviours LEEDS, WEST YORKSHIRE – September 1st, 2018 – Boxphish are a cyber