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Attackers are impersonating employees in calls to IT helpdesks to gain network access
By Efosa Udinmwen published
Okta vishing attacks rely on impersonation and urgency, allowing attackers to manipulate support staff and quickly escalate into large-scale data breaches.

Belarus-based SIM farm network linked to global telecom fraud
By Wayne Williams published
Investigation maps 94 SIM farm deployments connected to 35 mobile carriers including major UK and US networks.

Rival ransomware gangs battle as one group threatens to expose another
By Efosa Udinmwen published
A ransomware group is threatening to expose a rival’s members while offering victims decryption, creating a risky and unusual cybercrime conflict.

Privacy vs control: a “whack-a-mole game” with no clear winners
By Rob Dunne published
Are authorities going too far in their pursuit of safety?

5 worrying ways AI is being used by cybercriminals to target millions of victims
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Sponsored by Trend Micro
Let's look into five worrying ways in which AI is being used by cybercriminals.

QR codes are being weaponized in new quishing attacks, and most people don’t realize – here's how to stay safe
By Monica J. White published
QR codes have become part of our everyday life, which is what makes them the perfect target for scammers. Quishing is dangerous – here's how to avoid it.

5 new frightening cyber scams to look out for in 2025
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Sponsored by Trend Micro
AI-driven tactics will shape fraud in 2025

Quishing is the new QR code scam you need to watch out for – here's how to stay safe
By Chris Rowlands published
QR code phishing is getting increasingly sophisticated
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