Eavesdropping, or passive surveillance, is a clandestine method that involves intercepting and monitoring communications without the knowledge or consent of those involved. This silent threat can pose significant risks to businesses, particularly those with confidential data and mission-critical operations.
Whaling attacks, a sophisticated form of cybercrime, have become a significant cyber threat to businesses of all sizes. Targeting high-profile individuals within organisations, these attacks exploit the trust and authority of C-Level executives to deceive employees into performing fraudulent actions. Attackers can trick employees into transferring funds, disclosing sensitive information, or compromising critical systems by impersonating top executives.
Mobile applications have become integral to our lives in today’s digital age. From banking to gaming, shopping to socialising, we rely on these apps for almost everything. However, with the increasing popularity of mobile apps, the risk of fraud attacks has also escalated. One of the most common avenues for fraudsters is through app stores. Mobile application security and penetration testing are essential to mitigate this risk.
In today’s digital age, mobile devices have become indispensable to our personal and professional lives. As businesses increasingly lean on mobile apps for customer engagement, internal operations, and data access, the risk of cyberattacks targeting these applications has also grown. One particularly insidious threat is using Progressive Web Applications (PWAs) as a vehicle for phishing attacks.
Phishing attacks have evolved significantly over the recent years, and using PWAs has added a new dimension to this threat. Cybercriminals can leverage the legitimacy and trust associated with PWAs to trick unsuspecting users into divulging sensitive information.
The financial services industry, a cornerstone of modern economies, is a prime target for cybercriminals. The allure of vast sums of money, sensitive personal data, and the intricate web of interconnected systems makes it a lucrative hunting ground. This blog delves into the five most significant cyber threats facing financial institutions, providing insights into their modus operandi, potential impact, and strategies for mitigation.