As the holiday and New Year sales season approaches, online shoppers are gearing up for exciting discounts and deals on popular platforms like Amazon. However, cyber criminals are also preparing to exploit this surge in online activity, using increasingly sophisticated tools to deceive unsuspecting users. In a recent breakthrough, StrongestLayer Read More
How AI is Transforming Security Awareness Training in the Modern Workplace
In today’s rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, security awareness training has become a cornerstone of any robust defense strategy. But traditional training methods often fail to keep up with sophisticated attackers and ever-changing tactics. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI)—a game-changer in reshaping how organizations approach Read More
Top 7 Human-Driven Phishing Defense Solutions
While advanced technologies like AI and machine learning play a vital role in cybersecurity, human-driven solutions remain a critical component in defending against phishing attacks. Cybercriminals often exploit human psychology, so empowering employees and leveraging human expertise can significantly reduce the success of phishing attempts. We will explore here the Top 7 Read More
The Best Defense Against Phishing: Comprehensive Strategies for Businesses
Phishing is no longer a simple email scam; it has evolved into a sophisticated cyber threat capable of crippling businesses of all sizes. From deceptive emails to cloned websites, cybercriminals exploit human vulnerabilities and technological gaps. But the good news? With a proactive and layered defense, businesses can significantly reduce the risks Read More
How StrongestLayer Protects Against Zero-Day Phishing Threats Targeting WhatsApp Users
Phishing attacks have become a critical threat to enterprises worldwide, evolving faster than many legacy security systems can manage. One of the latest major wave of attacks targets WhatsApp users, leveraging sophisticated techniques to hijack sessions, steal sensitive data, and perpetrate scams. At StrongestLayer, we are meeting this Read More
Top 5 Industries Most Vulnerable to Business Email Compromise Attacks in 2024
Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks have evolved into one of the most costly and damaging forms of cybercrime. With losses reaching billions annually, it’s crucial to identify the industries most at risk and understand why they’re targeted. In this article, we’ll explore the top five sectors that are particularly vulnerable to BEC Read More
What Should US Based Enterprises Assess When Choosing the Best BEC Solution for the AI Era
AI-assisted Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks are surging across the U.S., leaving enterprises more vulnerable than ever to significant financial losses. These attacks specifically target high-level executives and finance teams, exploiting trust to reroute funds or steal sensitive information. For U.S. enterprises where Read More
Threat Intelligence Brief: AI Generated E-Commerce Cyber Threat Targeting Enterprise Procurement
Summary The StrongestLayer Threat Intelligence team has uncovered a global, AI-driven e-commerce scam network that targets enterprise procurement departments and unsuspecting employees involved in purchasing. Operating under the guise of luxury fashion brands, these websites deliver high-value offers, leveraging AI to create a Read More
StrongestLayer Uncovers 3 Million AI-Generated Fake Brands in Global Phishing Operation
This investigation began innocently enough, with StrongestLayer’s analysts discovering a seemingly harmless domain during routine zero-day phishing threat-hunting. The domain, associated with a fake brand called Swift Nexus Bank (swiftnexusbank[.]com), showed no immediate signs of malicious activity. However, red flags began to Read More
Cyber Threats: What You Need to Know before 2025
In the digital age, businesses are increasingly becoming targets for cybercriminals. With the rise of remote work, the growing dependence on technology and the everyday use of generative AI tools, the potential vulnerabilities have grown significantly. Before 2025, it is crucial for all enterprises, from businesses, SMEs and large enterprises to understand the landscape of Read More
India Times Hijacked: How a DNS Flaw Led to a Microsoft Phishing Scam – Are You Secure?
Why This Matters Phishing attacks are becoming more advanced and more complex to detect. Recently, StrongestLayer Threat Intelligence discovered a phishing page hosted on the India times website, redirecting users to a malicious Microsoft login replica. This incident highlights the need for employees to be vigilant and prepared for Read More
Top Cybersecurity Trends to Watch in 2025
Cybersecurity has become a pivotal focus in today’s digital world. With the rise of global cybercrime, protecting sensitive data, business assets, and personal information is no longer optional. Here are Top cybersecurity tends to watch in 2025 you should not miss, showcasing the current state of cyber threats and how businesses can fortify their defenses. The Global Cost of Read More
Hybrid-AI Phishing Group Exploits Luxury Car Dealerships, Job Portals, and Real Estate Agencies Worldwide
Why This Matters In today’s digital age, even legitimate websites are not safe from being compromised by cybercriminals. A hybrid-AI phishing group has targeted high-profile industries, setting up fake luxury car dealerships, job portals, and real estate agencies across the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Read More
Complete Guide to (HLS) Human Layer Security
The Human Layer(HLS): The Most Vulnerable Link in Cybersecurity Cybersecurity systems are only as strong as their weakest point; repeatedly, that weak point is the human element. It’s estimated that 88% of data breaches result from human error, making the “human layer” the most critical to protect. Cyber attackers exploit human trust and mistake-prone behavior Read More
How Malicious Actors Target US Employees and Evade Detection
Phishing attacks continue to evolve. Cybercriminals now use hidden identities and public cloud platforms to launch highly convincing phishing campaigns. To avoid being a victim of attacks that are embedded in the workflow, employees must be aware of these evolving threats. The StrongestLayer Investigation Recently, the StrongestLayer Threat intelligence team Read More
The Complete Guide to Business Email Compromise (BEC) Attacks in 2025
Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks have rapidly become one of the most severe threats to organizations of all sizes. Unlike traditional phishing, BEC attacks use social engineering and email spoofing or hijacking to deceive employees into making unauthorized financial transactions or revealing sensitive information. As artificial intelligence (AI) Read More
Reducing Cyber Risks Through Behavior Change: The Security-Conscious Culture in 2024
Why Organizations Need More Than Just “Security Awareness” It has been debated whether or not security conscious behavior and awareness can be changed. As highlighted in the Verizon DBIR 2020 report, human error is the main cause of successful cyber attacks. The report reveals that 74% are caused by human error, and nine out of Read More
How Microsoft Phishing Campaigns Bypass Security Awareness: A Deep Dive into Advanced Threats
Traditional security awareness training often teaches users to analyze URLs and language and design inconsistencies in phishing sites. Attackers know this approach and continually evolve their tactics to bypass these defenses. The StrongestLayer Threat Intelligence Team has observed one such shift in real time. A Read More