Healthcare organizations face a growing wave of cyberthreats, and employees often stand as the last line of defense, making robust security training a critical necessity. This article looks at how health leaders are moving beyond annual training modules and adopting more practical, personalized strategies to keep staff alert and better prepared to spot sophisticated social […]
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In today’s threat-heavy landscape, healthcare workers must do more than care for patients. They must also guard against phishing and other cyberattacks. This piece outlines how some health organizations are shifting from traditional, yearly security training toward continuous, adaptive programs that build cybersecurity into daily workflows and culture. Healthcare organizations face a unique cybersecurity challenge. […]
With phishing attacks growing more advanced, healthcare organizations are rethinking the way they train their teams. This article examines how in-person sessions, micro-trainings, and smarter simulations are helping build a culture of caution, turning every healthcare worker into a more vigilant digital gatekeeper. Healthcare organizations face a unique cybersecurity challenge. While their mission is to […]
According to the FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report, ransomware poses a persistent and growing threat to US critical infrastructure, which includes sectors such as healthcare, communications, energy, and financial services. Experts warn that phishing and social engineering are key tactics fueling these attacks, underscoring the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures. The alarming surge in ransomware […]
The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report reveals that ransomware attacks targeting healthcare, financial services, communications and other critical infrastructure in the US are on the rise. Experts warn that phishing and social engineering remain key drivers behind these attacks, highlighting an urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures. The alarming surge in ransomware attacks In 2024, […]
The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report reveals a skyrocketing increase in ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure, which includes sectors such as healthcare, communications, energy, and financial services. With phishing and social engineering tactics enabling many of these breaches, experts urge organizations to bolster their defenses to mitigate this increasing risk. The alarming surge in ransomware […]
While it’s easy to blame cyberattacks on sophisticated hacking, the truth is that many attackers rely on social engineering — a craft of deception designed to manipulate people into giving up sensitive information or access. The scary part? It’s not just high-tech companies that get targeted, it’s all of us. Here’s a breakdown of the […]
Ever wondered how scammers manage to trick so many people? It’s because they’re masters of persuasion. While their methods may vary, social engineering tactics all focus on one thing: manipulating human behavior to steal personal data or corporate secrets. Here are some of their most-used tricks — because knowing their game is the first step […]
Social engineering is a type of attack where scammers take advantage of trust to steal personal information, money, or access. It’s alarmingly effective, and methods are only getting more sophisticated. To help you recognize these scams, we’ve compiled a list of the most common social engineering tactics. Phishing Phishing is one of the most well-known […]
Deepfakes targeting enterprise financial data used to be a hypothetical concern, but that’s no longer the case, as criminal deepfakers now target more than a quarter of all companies, according to a recent survey. About 15% of executives say cybercriminals have targeted their companies’ financial or accounting data using deepfakes at least once in the […]