No matter the method of intrusion, business leaders face higher stakes, as most ransomware attacks involve data exfiltration.| Help Net Security
The ransomware activity in Q1 of 2024 continues the substantial growth pattern that we saw develop over the course of 2023.| Help Net Security
Vishing and deepfake phishing attacks are on the rise as attackers leverage GenAI to amplify social engineering tactics.| Help Net Security
Looking at the trends, AI will be used in some way in phishing attacks in the next 12 months, leading to lucrative paydays for criminals.| Help Net Security
While employees have long been trained to avoid clicking on suspicious links, QR codes are an emerging and lesser-known malicious tactic.| Help Net Security
Ransomware didn't just grow in the US in 2023, it evolved, with the frequency of ransomware claims jumping 64% year-over-yea.| Help Net Security
Analysis of 7B emails reveals surge in clean links, 10x more malicious EML attachments in Q4, and record-high social engineering attacks.| Help Net Security
Ransomware and extortion incidents increased in 2023, creating a global crisis. 5,000 ransomware victims were detected across social channels.| Help Net Security
Average ransomware recovery costs reached $2.73 million, and the average ransom payment has increased 500%.| Help Net Security