Tag: security awareness
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New PHALT#BLYX Attack Campaign Targets Hospitality Sector with Malicious Paste-and-Execute Tactics
Overview of the PHALT#BLYX Campaign Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new attack campaign designated PHALT#BLYX that specifically targets the hospitality sector. The operation is described as an infection chain with multiple stages, leveraging sophisticated social engineering to trick victims into pasting malicious code into trusted environments. The campaign’s progression relies on user interaction and a…
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Mumbai Woman Loses ₹3.71 Crore in ‘Judge Chandrachud’ Digital Arrest Scam: How a Trusted Name Was Exploited
Overview: A Modern Masterclass in Social Engineering A Mumbai woman became the latest victim of a sophisticated digital arrest scam that exploited the name of a high-profile judge and the fear of legal trouble. The incident, pegged at ₹3.71 crore, underscores how crime groups use social engineering, timing, and authoritative references to bypass routine safeguards.…
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What Happens When You Call a Scammer: Bank Scam Tactics This Christmas
What happens when you call a scammer? Phone scams targeting bank customers have become increasingly convincing, especially around the Christmas season when people are busier and more distracted. When you answer or call back a suspected scammer, you may be drawn into a multi-stage process designed to lower your defenses, collect sensitive information, or install…
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Ireland Records 40% Rise in Fraudulent Payments in 2024
Overview of the 2024 Fraudulent Payments Rise A new report from the Central Bank detailing Payment Fraud Statistics for 2024 reveals a 40% increase in the volume of fraudulent payments in Ireland compared with 2023. The total value of fraudulent payments rose to €160 million in 2024, up almost 25% from the previous year. Experts…