Kevin Mitnick used social engineering to completely rewrite the rules of cybersecurity. Here's what MSPs can take from his playbook. ⬇️ For decades, he relied on human psychology—𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘴—to bypass even the most advanced security systems. How does “social engineering” target MSPs today? 👉 𝗙𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀: Attackers act as clients and request immediate system access. 👉 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀: Fraudulent "fix it now" requests lead employees to skip verification. 👉 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗨𝘀𝗲: They exploit stolen credentials to pretend to be actual customers. The lesson is clear: Technology alone won’t stop manipulation—early detection is important. 👉 Contact us https://t2m.io/BmONkE3J for a tailored plan to protect your clients from social engineering threats. #cybersec #withrotate #infosec #SME #SMB #MSSP #MSP
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🔍 Top Cybersecurity Tools for Digital Forensics 🛡️ Looking to dive into the world of digital forensics? Here are some must-have tools for uncovering the truth in cyber investigations: 🔹 Sleuth Kit – A powerful open-source toolkit for analyzing disk images. 🔹 Autopsy – User-friendly digital forensics platform built on Sleuth Kit. 🔹 Volatility – Extract vital data from memory dumps with ease. 🔹 Guymager – High-performance forensic imaging tool. 🔹 Wireshark – Capture and analyze network traffic like a pro. 🔹 Foremost – Recover deleted files and crucial evidence. 🔹 Binwalk – Dig deep into firmware for hidden data. 🔐 Master these tools and strengthen your investigation game! 💻 #DigitalForensics #CyberForensics #DataRecovery #Cybersecurity #EncrypteclLLP #ForensicsTools #CyberForensicsTools #DataAnalysis #CyberInvestigations #MemoryForensics #DiskAnalysis #NetworkForensics #CyberDefense #DigitalEvidence #IncidentResponse #CyberSecurityExperts #ForensicAnalysis #EthicalHacking #MalwareAnalysis #CyberThreats #InfoSec #DataBreachResponse #StayUnhackable #EncrypteclCyberGuards
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In a recent Vercara blog, our team describes proactive security as the “cybersecurity Holy Grail,” and I couldn’t agree more. Proactive security is the state of preventing malicious activity, rather than reacting to it. One prime example is Next-Generation Protective Domain Name System (#DNS), a solution that has the potential to redefine how we approach and fortify our digital perimeters. It represents a stride forward to building a more effective defense that is pre-emptively vigilant rather than reactionary. Some of the benefits include: 🌐 Reduced number of #cybersecurity incidents 🌐 Real-time adaptions to new threats 🌐 Reduced time-to-detect 🌐 Reduced SOC and CERT burnout 🌐 Enhanced network visibility and control Here at Vercara, we believe that proactive security is more than just a buzzword. It represents a shift in effectiveness and economics to benefit security teams and minimize problems that #SOCs and #CERTs face. Learn more in our blog, linked below, which dives into the significance of this technological advance and how you can enhance your protection with a Next-Generation Protective DNS solution like Vercara’s #UltraDDR.
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Defend Against Social Engineering Scams 🤔🔐 This week as part of Cyber Security Awareness Month, we are sharing our Social Engineering Guide. Social engineering attacks are all about exploiting human emotions to gain access to sensitive data. It's crucial to understand these tactics and ensure your team is prepared. 💡 Download the guide and educate your employees today. Need our help? Get in touch at hello@it.ie. #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth #CSAM #SocialEngineering #HumanElement #CyberSafety #DataProtection
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A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to co-facilitate a workshop on Cybersecurity and Workplace Intelligence for Government institutions and parastatals. The workshop captured key emerging trends in Cybersecurity as affecting public infrastructure and the day-to-day operations of key personnel who have access to sensitive data. I took the staff on fundamental topics in cybersecurity and simulated social engineering situations as targeting government public-facing IT infrastructures. Thank you CREDO CONSULTS LTD for the opportunity to share knowledge as I strongly believe in the philosophy, "The best way to advance a skill is to teach it to others." #cybersecurity, #cybersecurityawareness
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Hackers exploit your bamboozle reflex—and it works every time. Cognitive biases are mental shortcuts your brain uses to make decisions, but hackers know how to twist those quirks against you. Whether it’s urgency, curiosity, or even authority, they exploit these biases to manipulate your reactions. Think of the email marked URGENT or the fake invoice from your “CEO.” These aren’t random—they’re calculated attacks designed to bamboozle you into compliance. PhishFirewall’s training demystifies cognitive biases, arming your team with the tools to recognize and resist these manipulative tactics. Don’t let your brain’s quirks be a hacker’s secret weapon. Train smarter with PhishFirewall: https://lnkd.in/efUsyUtJ #PhishFirewall #CyberSecurity #CognitiveBiases #PhishingForAnswers
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#Deepfake technology is rapidly transforming the social engineering landscape, allowing attackers to easily create hyper-realistic audio and video that can deceive even the most trained eyes and ears. 👤 It’s essential for security teams to understand the risks and train their employees accordingly. On October 23, Cliff S., Director of Information Security & Engagement at the National Cybersecurity Alliance, will join Hoxhunt to discuss the latest deepfake techniques cyber criminals are using to exploit businesses and share best practices for educating employees. 💡 Don't miss how to protect your organization from one of the most sophisticated social engineering threats in recent years. 🛡️ Register to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gQYJ6BzP
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Anyone in IT and Cybersecurity re-evaluating your life choices today?
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Hackers exploit your bamboozle reflex—and it works every time. Cognitive biases are mental shortcuts your brain uses to make decisions, but hackers know how to twist those quirks against you. Whether it’s urgency, curiosity, or even authority, they exploit these biases to manipulate your reactions. Think of the email marked URGENT or the fake invoice from your “CEO.” These aren’t random—they’re calculated attacks designed to bamboozle you into compliance. PhishFirewall’s training demystifies cognitive biases, arming your team with the tools to recognize and resist these manipulative tactics. Don’t let your brain’s quirks be a hacker’s secret weapon. Train smarter with PhishFirewall: https://lnkd.in/eR-rZVez #PhishFirewall #CyberSecurity #CognitiveBiases #PhishingForAnswers
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