Scam of The Week

As awareness about phishing emails grows, cybercriminals are adapting and turning to alternative platforms to deceive their targets. One such platform being exploited is Microsoft Teams, a widely used messaging and communication tool in many organizations.

As the holiday season winds down, cybercriminals persist in targeting holidaymakers with a deceptive scheme. This elaborate scam commences with a phishing email and an attachment masquerading as a hotel invoice

Callback phishing involves a deceptive tactic where phishing emails prompt individuals to call a specified number instead of clicking on a link. These emails typically masquerade as false notifications, urging recipients to rectify an apparent error by placing a call. A recent instance mimicking Disney+, a popular streaming service, exemplifies this strategy.

The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has garnered global attention, and, as is customary, cybercriminals have swiftly exploited the distressing news for their own purposes. These perpetrators commonly employ high-profile news events to fuel disinformation campaigns, disseminating false information with the intent to deliberately mislead the public.