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Omer Dembinsky stories

Omer Dembinsky is an insightful writer whose recent stories delve into the increasingly critical issues surrounding cybersecurity. By examining the trends and statistics of cyberattacks, particularly focusing on ransomware and phishing, Dembinsky sheds light on the evolving landscape of digital threats that organizations face today.

Through Dembinsky's work, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the specific tactics employed by cybercriminals, especially in their targeting of widely-used platforms like LinkedIn and brands such as Microsoft and DHL. The alarming statistics presented in his articles serve as a wake-up call for businesses and individuals alike, prompting a necessary conversation about the importance of cybersecurity measures.

The exploration of cybersecurity vulnerabilities in various sectors, including retail and healthcare, highlights the urgent need for both awareness and effective strategies to combat these threats. Readers can learn not only about the current state of cyberattacks but also about best practices for safeguarding personal and organizational information in an ever-increasingly complex digital environment.

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Scammers most likely to impersonate DHL – phishing report

Wed, 26th Oct 2022
DHL is the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, with scammers accounting for 22% of all attempts worldwide, warns a new report.
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Ransomware now impacts 1 out of 40 organisations a week

Fri, 29th Jul 2022
Retailers and the wholesale sector saw the largest spike in ransomware attacks, with an alarming increase of 182%. .
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LinkedIn, Microsoft top brands to be faked in phishing attempts

Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
Social media platform LinkedIn has continued its reign as the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Research.
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LinkedIn most imitated in global phishing attacks - report

Wed, 20th Apr 2022
Cybersecurity company Check Point Software says phishing attacks targeted towards LinkedIn jumped by 44% in 2022 Q1.
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DHL tops list of companies most impersonated by criminals

Wed, 19th Jan 2022
DHL is the most imitated brand by cybercriminals, according to Check Point Software's 2021 Q4 Brand Phishing Report.
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Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits

Wed, 12th Jan 2022
Cyberattacks increased by 50% in 2021, peaking in December due to Log4J exploits, according to new research from Check Point Software.
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Phishing emails double in November as COVID-19 spurs hacker appetite

Wed, 24th Nov 2021
Coronavirus is responsible for the increase in hacker appetite, as shoppers rely more on e-shopping this year to practice social distancing.
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Cyberattacks on organisations worldwide surge 40% in 2021

Fri, 8th Oct 2021
Cyberattacks on organizations worldwide surged 40% in 2021, with September breaking records for weekly attacks, according to Check Point Software.
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Microsoft tops list for most imitated brands for phishing attempts

Wed, 21st Jul 2021
Microsoft remains the most impersonated brand for phishing attempts, with 45% of attacks in Q2 2021, according to Check Point Software.
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Cyberattacks on healthcare organisations 'out of control' - Check Point

Wed, 6th Jan 2021
Cyberattacks on healthcare organizations have increased by 45% in the last two months, making healthcare the most targeted industry, according to Check Point.