Protect your organization from phishing attacks and social engineering
Phishing and social engineering attacks are the entry point for today’s most damaging cyber threats, growing more complex by the day. Targeted Office 365 phishing attacks use deception to breach organizations and steal valuable data.

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Navigating the Waters of Phishing Scams: Protection and Prevention

Understanding Phishing Attacks and their Impact

$1.8 M
Avg. Phishing Cost
91%
Attacks Start with Phishing Email
$7.91 B
Economic Losses
Identifying a Phishing Email
How to identify a Phishing Email?
Common indicators of phishing messages include:
- a sense of urgency
- requests for sensitive information
- discrepancies in the sender’s email address
- links that direct to malicious websites or suspicious attachments
- spelling mistakes and poor grammar
- generic greetings such as “Dear User”
- Attachments with Malware: They attach files that contain malicious software designed to compromise the recipient’s system upon download.


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Types of Phishing Threats
Social Engineering
Social engineering is any attack that attempts to pressure a user into doing something or revealing information, often by using psychological tactics to influence the victim.
Spear Phishing
Is a cyber-attack that sets its sights on specific individuals or organizations. Unlike regular phishing, which casts a wide net hoping to snare the gullible, spear phishing involves careful reconnaissance, detailed personalization, and a deeper level of research to craft fraudulent communications that are very convincing.
Clone Phishing
Attackers create replicas of legitimate emails, modifying links or attachments to redirect recipients to malicious websites or download malware. This attack is often paired with BEC (Business Email Compromise) strategies.
Business Email Compromise (BEC)
BEC is considered a form of phishing, specifically a targeted attack, as it relies on social engineering tactics to manipulate individuals into making financial transactions or divulging confidential information.
CEO Fraud
Impersonation of company executives to trick employees into wiring money or providing sensitive information, exploiting trust and authority.
Vishing
Also known as voice phishing. This attack often starts with an email attack known as TOAD (telephone-oriented attack delivery) which attempts to direct a user into calling a phone number.
Smishing
This attack uses text messaging or SMS to deliver the phishing method rather than email.
Angler Phishing
This type of phishing attack uses a fake social media account impersonating a known brand. Bad actors will reply to a customer impersonating the brand account and trick them into clicking a link or calling a phone number.
Phishing Prevention Tips: Safeguarding your Information with the 'People, Process, Technology' Framework
Advanced Techniques for Email Hoax Identification
- Increase Preparedness:Ensure your organization can respond to phishing attempts.
- Reduce Response Time: Defined processes and up-to-date technology make identifying and containing phishing attacks quicker and more effective.
- Improve Awareness: Regular training and technology tools support user awareness, fostering a security culture within the organization.

Building a Resilient Email Fraud Defense System
Email Protection
Use advanced email security solutions that include anti-spam software and anti-malware software. These tools are designed to intercept and quarantine phishing emails embedded with malware, significantly reducing the number of phishing attempts that infiltrate your inbox.
AI and Behavioral Analytics
AI platforms analyze user behavior, learning from patterns to detect security threats. This approach goes beyond content inspection to consider the context and intent of emails.
Time-of-Click Scans and Computer Vision Technology
Time-of-click scans go beyond standard static email scans by evaluating threats when recipients click on links, offering real-time detection of emerging or activated post-send threats. Integrating computer vision technology enhances security, identifying phishing sites aimed at credential theft.
Email Authentication
Email authentication methods are vital in combating phishing attacks by verifying sender identity, using techniques like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC. These standards act as barriers, filtering out fraudulent emails and reducing successful phishing attempts. Link to blog article: here
Credential Request Verification
Be cautious with emails that ask for personal information or direct you to click on a link. Always verify the authenticity of the request by contacting the company directly through official channels. Link to blog article: here
Education and Awareness
Learn how to identify phishing emails and educate your users. Recognizing the types of phishing, including mass phishing and spear phishing, can help individuals and organizations spot phishing scams before they cause harm. Link to blog article: here
Conduct Regular Security Audits
Regular security audits can help identify vulnerabilities before they are exploited. These audits should include reviewing security policies, assessing the effectiveness of anti-phishing measures, and checking for any unusual or suspicious activities.
Establish Incident Response Protocols
In the event of a successful phishing attack, it's essential to have clear incident response protocols in place. This includes steps for containing the breach, recovering any lost or compromised data, and communicating with stakeholders about the incident.
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