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Strong MFA implementation requires more than technology. Combine MFA authentication with training and email security for a layered defense.| Inspired eLearning
By John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, Inspired eLearning For years, phishing has been a confidence game. A fake invoice, a spoofed login page, a carefully crafted message viewed in a rush. These tricks worked because people trusted too quickly. Today, phishers’ tricks are evolving and using AI to craft flawless emails, mimic voices, and generate convincing... The post Don’t Take the Bait: Why You Need Phishing Protection Training appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
Strong MFA implementation requires more than technology. Combine MFA authentication with training and email security for a layered defense.| Inspired eLearning
AI is transforming industries but brings new security threats. This course covers AI security risks and equips learners to mitigate them effectively.| Inspired eLearning
Discover why password security training matters during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. VIPRE's integrated approach protects people and systems.| Inspired eLearning
By John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Impostor scams are not a new phenomenon, but they are becoming increasingly sophisticated. With the rise of powerful generative AI, cybercriminals are leveraging these tools to enhance the scale and complexity of their attacks. Let’s delve into the mechanics of impostor scams, the tactics employed by attackers, and strategies... The post Impostor Scams: What You Need to Know appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
By John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Attackers today aren’t stopping at sophisticated email phishing campaigns, as successful as they may be. They are spreading their social engineering capabilities across many fronts. This means aggressively innovating their vishing and smishing capabilities to be even more effective. Thanks to AI, malicious calls and texts are more accurate,... The post Vishing & Smishing: Understanding Modern Social Scams appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
By John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Phishing is no longer confined to suspicious emails. Today’s cybercriminals are launching increasingly sophisticated, multi-channel attacks that span email, text, social media, and even voice calls—a tactic known as vishing. These scams are harder to spot, more convincing, and often exploit human psychology to bypass traditional security measures.... The post Vishing Attacks: What SMB Owners Must Know appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Product Solution Analyst, VIPRE Our mobile devices are the command centers of our daily lives. From managing bank accounts and work emails to navigating traffic and streaming entertainment, these devices do far more than make calls. Unfortunately, our deep dependence on mobile technology has also made us prime targets for cybercriminals. This threat... The post SMiShing Threats: How Your Mobile Could Be an Attacker’s Gateway appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
By John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Security awareness training (SAT) has come a long way in the last decade. The days of dry PowerPoint slides and one-size-fits-all eLearning courses are long gone. With advanced threats and determined adversaries, security training can’t just check a compliance box; it has to stick. That’s why security awareness... The post Using Security Awareness Simulation to Transform Employee Information Retention appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Product Solution Analyst, VIPRE A lot of attention has been poured into identifying a phishing attack when it hits your inbox, but what about when it hits your phone? A cell phone is a much more trusted, intimate way of communicating than an email, and a text message could be one of the... The post SMiShing Red Flags: How to Spot Fake Text Messages appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Product Solution Analyst, VIPRE Organizations of all sizes face a constant barrage of cyber threats. Yet, despite widespread investment in training programs, many businesses still struggle to close the gap between knowledge and action. Why? Because knowing what a phishing email looks like is vastly different from recognizing and being able to... The post How Simulated Attacks Enhance Security Awareness appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by Sam Mayne, Product Solution Analyst, VIPRE Feedback is an integral part of learning. It is what allows us to improve, and tells us when we are on the right track. And it is incredibly important when teaching employees how to tell the difference between a safe email and a malicious one. In the world... The post The Need for Risk Indicators in Phishing Simulations appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Does gamifying an experience really work? Short answer: yes. Gamification engages our brain in unique and dynamic ways, complementing more traditional models like reading and recall by adding elements of interaction, challenge, and real-time feedback. As cited in the Harvard Business Review magazine, “a new study shows that... The post Gamification in Security Awareness Training: Does It Really Work? appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Mobile devices are so essential to our lives today that it’s difficult to imagine a world without them. However, our reliance on mobile devices also puts us at risk. Over the years, cybercriminals have become increasingly skilled at launching mobile scams, as exemplified by a recent smishing campaign... The post Combating Common Mobile Scams appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE It’s been a long time since calls were picked up the family phone, with the majority of youngsters today never having had the experience. Scam calls have always been a plague, but with the advent of new AI-powered techniques, voice phishing, or vishing, has been taken to a... The post Mom, is that you? A secret password could keep your family safe appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Cyber threats are more sophisticated than ever. But that doesn’t mean you need to shell out on the most expensive, technically advanced cybersecurity solutions – far from it. A comprehensive security awareness training (SAT) program will help protect your organization from even the most sophisticated cyber threats. Let’s... The post The Latest Cyber Threats and How to Fight Them: SAT in 2025 appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by Shawn Boubel, Sales Engineer, VIPRE In the world of cybersecurity, there are countless measures that organizations can implement in order to defend against an ever-developing threat landscape. It can be easy to get overwhelmed by the range of security tools available. This is why it is vital to prioritize solutions and practices that can... The post Measuring ROI: The Importance of Security Awareness Training appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Security awareness training (SAT) is essential for organizations to safeguard against a wide array of threats, mitigate human errors that cause security breaches, and ensure compliance with critical cybersecurity laws and regulations. To implement a robust and effective SAT program, securing C-suite buy-in is imperative. While security and... The post 5 Powerful Arguments to Get C-Suite Buy-In for SAT appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by Shawn Boubel, Sales Engineer, VIPRE With the wide range of cybersecurity tools and solutions on the market, organizations may fall into the trap of relying too heavily on technology to protect them against cyberthreats. While technology can help protect against many types of threat, there is far more to cybersecurity than just employing an... The post Empowering Employees as Guardians of Email Security appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE As security measures and cyberthreats grow more sophisticated, security awareness training (SAT) remains a necessary part of any organization’s cybersecurity strategy. Even with the best security tools and solutions available, having a well-trained workforce is essential to effectively manage and reduce risks. An effective SAT program can go... The post Which Laws Require Security Awareness Training for Employees appeared first on Inspired eLearn...| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Workplace harassment is a significant issue for organizations to prevent and protect against. Recently, the UK passed the Worker Protection Act 2023, an amendment to the preexisting Equality Act 2010, to codify requirements for adequate measures to prevent sexual harassment. The amendment went into effect on October 26th,... The post UK Worker Protection Act to Address Unwanted Sexual Advances appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group In today’s cyber threat landscape, attackers increasingly use human psychology to gain unauthorized access to information and systems. Rather than attempting to breach highly protected networks and advanced defenses, attackers often find it easier to manipulate people simply—usually the weakest link in the security chain.... The post How to Protect Yourself from Social Engineering Attacks appeared first on Inspired e...| Inspired eLearning
Employment scams are back – then again, did they ever go away? Everyone needs to be aware of these scams when looking for a new job. Now scams are happening through social engineering. The post Social Engineering a Fake Interview or a Fake Job Candidate appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE The clocks have gone back, the temperature has dropped, and the air smells unmistakably of fallen leaves. Yes, it’s that time of year again. The holiday season is all about battening down the hatches, cranking up the heating, and, for many of us, nabbing a bargain. But let’s... The post Holiday Season Cyber Risks: Secure Your Organization appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
Spear phishing is an email scam targeted towards a specific individual, organization or business. Cybercriminals are targeting these businesses and high earning individuals because it can be much more lucrative for them. We don’t want anyone to get phished, so in this article, we The post Workplace Safety Tips to Maintain Confidentiality appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Phishing attacks have been around for a long time. They are also both common and effective. VIPRE’s Email Threat Trend Report found that phishing emails constituted 20% of all spam in Q3 2024, while AAT research from 2021 revealed that the average click rate for a phishing campaign was 17.8%.... The post Identifying the Undead: Protecting Against Zombie Phishing appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
Spear phishing is an email scam targeted towards a specific individual, organization or business. Cybercriminals are targeting these businesses and high earning individuals because it can be much more lucrative for them. We don’t want anyone to get phished, so in this article, we The post How to Prevent Malware: Top Strategies for Effective Defense appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
Spear phishing is an email scam targeted towards a specific individual, organization or business. Cybercriminals are targeting these businesses and high earning individuals because it can be much more lucrative for them. We don’t want anyone to get phished, so in this article, we The post Definitive Guide: How to Stop Phishing Attacks appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group Vacuums Shouted Racial Slurs and Chased Pets In recognition of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), let’s address a shocking series of events involving the Chinese-made Ecovacs Deebot robot vacuums, hacked in multiple cities across the United States. These incidents uncovered significant security flaws that... The post Security Flaws in Ecovacs Vacuums Revealed During NCSAM appeared first on Inspired eLearn...| Inspired eLearning
Social media phishing is a type of fraud in which users receive an enticing invitation to click on an infected link or provide personal information. And as social media replaces email, social media phishing is becoming the greater danger. The post Social Media Phishing: A Primer appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE Security awareness training (SAT) is a tool that many organizations use in order to fortify their defenses against attacks and other cybersecurity incidents, but it is not generally considered an essential for businesses to have. There are many reasons that an organization may choose to adopt SAT courses... The post Mandatory Security Awareness Training: Vital for Cyber Defense appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group AI-Driven Gmail Account Takeover Scams: A Growing Threat for 2.5 Billion Users Gmail users are increasingly becoming targets of advanced account takeover scams , with cybercriminals now using artificial intelligence (AI) to make these attacks more convincing than ever. With over 2.5 billion Gmail users... The post New AI-Driven Gmail Account Takeover Scam: 2.5B Affected appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group Phishing is one of the most common and effective forms of cyber attacks, posing a significant risk to organizations of all sizes. Cybercriminals use phishing to deceive individuals into revealing confidential information, often by sending emails that appear to come from legitimate sources. This technique... The post Phishing Training: Build Employee Awareness, Defense appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group Phishing is one of the most common and dangerous techniques cybercriminals use to steal sensitive information such as employee ID numbers, bank account numbers, social security and credit card numbers, and other private data. These attacks typically arrive in the form of an email that... The post The Phishing Email Framework appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
Phishing is a technique scammers and hackers employ to acquire your personal information. It’s an increasingly common form of identity theft. Always approach emails and links to other sites with skepticism. The post Phishing Protection Checklist – Preventing Phishing appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group When we think about cyber threats, we often imagine data breaches , identity theft, or hacked systems—but we don’t always consider the significant impact these attacks can have on mental health. The stress, anxiety, and emotional toll caused by cyber incidents can be just as... The post The Intersection: World Mental Health Day and Cybersecurity appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group What is a Phishing Scam? Phishing emails are a common method that cybercriminals use to trick individuals into providing personal information, making wire transfers, or clicking malicious links. These scams often involve attackers impersonating trusted entities, such as government officials, credit card providers, coworkers, or... The post How To Report a Phishing Email appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE In the past few years, artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) have been rapidly growing in popularity. They have been used for a wide variety of both business and personal functions, from assisting with scheduling tasks to analyzing and summarizing complex data. Software developers have increasingly begun using... The post GenAI in Coding: Innovation Meets Security Risks & Ransomware appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group Malware has become a part of everyday conversation. Whether you’re a casual internet user or a tech professional, you’ve probably encountered myths about malware. Unfortunately, these misconceptions can lead to dangerous behavior and vulnerabilities in your digital life. Let’s debunk some of the most persistent... The post 10 Ridiculous Malware Myths You Need to Stop Believing appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by John Trest, Chief Learning Officer, VIPRE All organizations, regardless of industry or size, handle information, often in the form of business, employee, and customer data. This data may be confidential, personal, or sensitive, and organizations must take the appropriate steps to ensure privacy. Violations of privacy can have a range of devastating consequences, from... The post Why Privacy Awareness Training is Essential appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group Hollywood has been enthralled by the themes of cybersecurity, cyber attacks, and the criminals who orchestrate these threats for nearly fifty years. As technology became more embedded in our everyday lives at the beginning of the 21st century, the popularity of films and TV shows... The post 5 Must See Cybersecurity Themed TV Shows and Movies appeared first on Inspired eLearning.| Inspired eLearning
by David Bloxberg, Senior Global Marketing Manager, VIPRE Security Group Introduction: The Growing Threat of Social Engineering Attacks The Rise of Social Engineering Attacks Social engineering attacks have increased in sophistication and frequency, with cybercriminals shifting their focus from exploiting system vulnerabilities to targeting the human element, making individuals and employees the weakest link in... The post How Social Engineering Attacks Exploit Your Data appeared first on Ins...| Inspired eLearning
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