Phishing emails are not new. They have been a growing threat for decades. According to this verizon post, it is thought that the first phishing attacks happened in the mid-1990s when a group of hackers posed as employees of AOL and used instant messaging and email to steal users’ passwords and hijack their accounts.
Several researches attributed phishing emails and messages to be the leading cause of cyberattacks globally. In this Fortinet 2023 Global Ransomware Report, phishing is the top tactic (56%) malicious actors use to infiltrate a network and launch ransomware successfully.
As technology advances and AI-powered tactics become more prevalent, the threat of cyber attacks looms large. Unfortunately, unsuspecting victims are often left vulnerable and powerless in the face of these attacks. Employees must remain extra vigilant, to be able to detect phishing emails. Organizations must also continuously deploy smart tactics to protect their business from evolving cyber threats, following some of these simple steps;
Continuous CyberSecurity Awareness Training: this is crucial for protecting organizations from cyber threats. Employees are often targeted by hackers, making them vulnerable to cyber attacks. Implementing an ongoing cyber awareness education program that is reviewed and updated frequently is essential to keep the organization safe.
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Upgrading Firewalls: To enhance your system’s security and safeguard it against phishing and ransomware threats, consider upgrading your firewalls. This is a proactive measure that can help prevent potential attacks, keeping your data and sensitive information safe and secure.
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