Phishing Emails Are Getting Smarter—Are You?

Cybercriminals are constantly developing new ways to trick businesses into revealing sensitive information or making fraudulent payments. Here’s how you can protect your company from scams and phishing attacks.

Tips to Protect Your Business:

1. Educate Your Team 

   Regularly train employees to recognize phishing attempts like suspicious emails and links.

   
   

2. Implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) 

   Add an extra layer of security to protect accounts, even if passwords are compromised.

   
   

3. Verify Suspicious Emails 

   Always double-check unexpected emails, especially those asking for sensitive information.

   
   

4. Keep Software Updated 

   Ensure all devices and software are up to date to close security gaps.

   
   

5. Use Secure Communication 

   Encourage the use of encrypted communication tools when sharing sensitive information. Avoid using email for highly confidential discussions and always use encrypted messages for file transfers or discussions involving personal data.

   
   

6. Stay Informed on Phishing Trends

   Stay ahead of evolving phishing tactics with proactive cybersecurity tools. Acronis offers top-tier protection against phishing attacks, ensuring your business remains secure. Get Acronis solutions from us to safeguard your data and defend against cyber threats.
   

Common Types of Scams and Phishing Attacks

• Email Phishing 

  Attackers send fake emails pretending to be from trusted organizations like banks, service providers, or company executives, urging recipients to click malicious links or share login credentials.

  
  

• Spear Phishing 

  A more targeted form of phishing where cybercriminals use personal details (from social media or past breaches) to craft convincing fake messages, often aimed at high-level employees.

  
  

• Smishing (SMS Phishing) 

  Fraudulent text messages claiming to be from banks, delivery companies, or government agencies, tricking victims into clicking malicious links or providing personal information.

  
  

• Vishing (Voice Phishing) 

  Scammers pose as tech support, government officials, or banks over the phone to extract sensitive information or convince victims to make payments.

  
  

• Business Email Compromise (BEC) 

  Attackers impersonate executives or trusted contacts, requesting employees to make urgent wire transfers, process fake invoices, or share confidential data.

  
  

• Fake Invoice Scams 

  Fraudsters send false invoices for services or products the company never ordered, often creating a sense of urgency to trick employees into making payments.

  
  

Real-World Examples

1. Phishing Example: Twitter Verified Account Scam

   Cybercriminals sent phishing emails to Twitter users, claiming to be from the company’s verification team. The emails asked users to log in via a fake website, stealing their credentials. Many victims, including influencers and businesses, lost access to their accounts, which were later used for scams.

   
   

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2. Scam Example: Amazon Invoice Fraud

   Four brothers defrauded Amazon of $19 million by manipulating the vendor system, overbilling the company for non-existent products. They sent fake invoices for inflated quantities and prices before getting caught.

   
   

   Referenced: Source

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