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When a cyberattack makes headlines, it is usually because of ransomware, a large data breach or a fraudulent wire transfer. What is less visible is often what made the attack possible in the first place: A stolen password. Infostealer malware is designed specifically to collect login credentials and other sensitive data from infected devices and…

Phishing is a type of cyberattack that utilizes deceptive electronic communications to manipulate recipients into sharing sensitive information, clicking on malicious links or opening harmful attachments. While emails are the most common delivery method of phishing scams, cybercriminals may also use text messages, social media interactions, fake or misleading websites, or even phone calls. Employees…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is undergoing a fundamental shift. Systems that once served as assistive tools — such as predictive models and generative AI — are now evolving into agentic systems capable of planning and executing complex, multistep tasks with minimal human input. As AI systems' ability to plan and execute tasks autonomously accelerates, so too…

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how organizations recruit, communicate and operate. Unfortunately, the same tools that are streamlining HR workflows are also fueling a new wave of sophisticated scams. From deepfakes of CEO voices to fake job applicants submitting AI-generated resumes, threat actors are exploiting AI to create more believable, personalized and scalable attacks. For…

Artificial intelligence (AI) has fundamentally altered how many employees perform their jobs, resulting in greater efficiency and increased productivity. Employers are seeking the use of AI to make their companies more productive and profitable. While AI can be an extremely valuable tool in the workplace, its improper use may lead to costly mistakes and lawsuits…

Workforce cybersecurity training is a critical part of a company’s security risk management program. Cybercriminals don’t just target systems, devices and networks; they frequently target employees, who may use weak or reused passwords, fall for phishing scams, or click on dangerous links or attachments. In fact, 68% of cyber breaches involve a nonmalicious human element,…

Social engineering remains a leading cybercrime tactic, and ClickFix cyberattacks—also known as ClearFake attacks—are among its more deceptive forms. These incidents use fraudulent error messages or verification prompts to trick users into manually executing malicious commands, often allowing them to bypass traditional security controls. As ClickFix attacks grow in frequency and sophistication, businesses must understand…

Employers of all sizes and across industries are increasingly realizing operational benefits, including improved productivity, greater accuracy and smoother workflows, when employees are effectively trained to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Yet, organizations often face a common barrier: getting employees to buy into adopting and utilizing these tools. Without genuine buy-in from employees, investments in…

The average cost of a data breach in the U.S. soared to an all-time high of $10.22 million, even as the global average cost dropped 9% to $4.44 million, according to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025.  The firm attributed the 9% rise in U.S. breach costs to regulatory fines and “higher detection…

Phishing attacks, in which cybercriminals manipulate users into disclosing sensitive information or installing malware through fraudulent communications, have been a persistent cybersecurity threat, often resulting in significant financial and reputational damage. Recently, cybercriminals have begun leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to power these attacks, making them more convincing and difficult to detect.  As this evolving risk…