Cyber Attacks
How Human Factor Security Works: The Mechanics of Social Engineering
Human factor security fails when technical controls create blind spots that attackers exploit through psychological manipulation rather than software vulnerabilities.
social engineering
Everything CloudSec Pulse has reported about social engineering: 6 stories, newest first. Part of our Cyber Attacks coverage.
Cyber Attacks
Cyber Attacks
Invoice Fraud Mistakes: 7 Errors That Cost You Money
Most invoice fraud succeeds because you verify the request but fail to verify the sender through a separate communication channel.
Cyber Attacks
Whaling Attacks: Risks and Low-Cost Protection Strategies
Attackers target small business leaders because they lack the digital defenses that protect large corporate executives, making them easy prey for high-value fraud.
Cyber Attacks
Baiting Attacks: Risks and Protection for Small Businesses
Baiting attacks exploit human curiosity and the desire for convenience, turning simple digital lures into costly security breaches that bypass traditional technical defenses.
Cyber Attacks
Phishing Myths Debunked: Why Common Beliefs Leave You Vulnerable
Technical filters fail to catch most social engineering attacks because they cannot interpret context, intent, or the subtle psychological pressure tactics used by attackers.
Malware & Ransomware
Fake Antivirus Software: How Scamware Hijacks Your Computer
Fake antivirus software installs malicious code that locks your screen and demands payment for a threat that does not actually exist on your system.