Fortra Insights: September 2024
As we approach the end of the year, it’s useful to take stock of current industry trends and where they might lead. So far, there are a few worth noting. Incredible as it is, the cost of a data breach continues to rise; the average now sits at $4.88 million dollars, 10% higher than last year. While healthcare still takes the top spot for the most targeted sector, the good news is that breach detection times are down – and we largely have AI to thank.?
However, as we all know, AI is a double-edged sword. In this article about protecting your digital assets against AI cybercrime , various Fortra experts share how they stay ahead of malicious AI trends and still find ways to operate securely. One of those trends is social engineering, a perennial threat but one that has been exacerbated by artificial intelligence in innumerable ways. Social engineering is now recognized as “the top human risk” among practitioners, and 89% of security awareness programs this year are dedicated to combatting it specifically.??
Another threat that’s always worth keeping on the radar is the ever-present risk of supply chain attacks. Theo Zafirakos, Fortra’s Cyber Risk and Information Security Expert, delves into the lessons learned from third-party compromise in his recent article in Supply Chain magazine . And last, but not least, is the topic always lurking in the background: ransomware. In his latest blog, Fortra’s Antonio Sanchez, Principal Cybersecurity Evangelist, draws the line between offensive security measures and ransomware evasion . You don’t want to miss it.
Dark Web’s Next-Gen “Ultimate Phishing Toolkit” Alarms Experts?
The dark web has transformed into a bustling marketplace for cybercrime, where even novice attackers can leverage malware-as-a-service platforms and advanced phishing kits to launch harmful campaigns. This ongoing evolution presents significant challenges for both organizations and individuals, highlighting the need for robust defenses to combat the expanding threat landscape. In a recent interview with Techopedia , Michael Tyler, CISSP discusses FishXProxy, a new phishing malware kit that’s making waves in the cybercrime world. Stay informed and stay safe!?
Leading Cybersecurity Provider Empowers Businesses to Bolster Infrastructure Protection?
Hackers are constantly changing their tactics and using new technologies to infiltrate systems, leaving companies in a constant battle to protect their security. In a recent HostingAdvice.com article, Rohit Dhamankar dives into how cyber threats keep evolving and why businesses need to tweak their security game. It’s packed with useful tips on how to stay on top of these changes.?
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Phishing Activity Trends Report for Q2 2024?
The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) has just published its Phishing Activity Trends Report for Q2 2024, offering an in-depth analysis of recent phishing attacks and identity theft techniques. Fortra contributed valuable insights on business email compromise (BEC), with John Wilson , Senior Fellow, Threat Research at Fortra, quoted in the report. Explore the full report to gain a deeper understanding of these evolving threats.?
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Fortra Unveils Interoperable Bundles for Email Security?
Fortra recently introduced our new Core, Advanced, and Elite bundles for Email Security. Designed to deliver complete protection across the entire email threat lifecycle, these bundles combine multiple Fortra products and services to ensure your business stays secure while maximizing budget savings.?
Fortra Achieves AWS Small and Medium Business (SMB) Competency Status?
AWS has now validated Fortra as an AWS SMB Competency Partner, adding to the list of nearly a dozen other AWS Partner Competencies, Service Validations, and recognitions that Fortra has secured since 2013. Congratulations to the Fortra team on this significant achievement!?
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