Social Engineering stories
Cybercriminals stole millions from Queensland law firms using a simple email scam, tricking lawyers into revealing their login passwords.
SMEs face a constant dilemma: trust staff or monitor their web use. Web filtering can safeguard companies legally and financially, and boost MSP revenue.
Cyber miscreants are now targeting mobile phones and social networks, as Norton reports a twofold increase in threats compared to a year ago.
Spam declines by 32%, but cyberattacks surge as scammers exploit social networks and mobile phones, says Symantec's 2011 report.
At Check Point Experience 2011, Tomer Teller highlighted that no security tech can counter human error, as hackers increasingly exploit social engineering.
Symantec warns that anti-virus software alone can't combat new online threats, stressing the need for multi-layered security in the digital age.
