The Cyber Security Guide for SME’s
Today, SMEs face unique cyber security challenges that can impact their business continuity and data integrity. Understanding these challenges and implementing effective security measures is not just beneficial; it’s crucial. That’s why IT.ie has crafted an extensive Free Cyber Security Guide, tailored specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises. This guide is an invaluable resource, designed […]
Speak No Evil: Defending Against AI Voice Cloning Scams
In an era marked by rapid advancements in AI technology, innovation dances on the edge of a double-edged sword. Picture, if you will, an angel and a devil perched upon your shoulders. The angel whispers of the boundless potential and ethical uses of Generative AI, heralding a future of convenience and progress. Conversely, the devil […]
The 12 Scams of Christmas 2023
As the festive season approaches, we encourage you to channel your inner Scrooge – not in stinginess, but in fiercely protecting your data and your hard-earned money from criminals. Last year, An Garda Síochána issued a warning to consumers, stating that online fraud was on the rise at Christmas time. This year, our message is […]
Protecting Your Business from CEO and Invoice Fraud
Protecting your business from financial fraud has become more critical than ever before, with all to frequent reports of unsuspecting businesses falling victim to criminals. CEO fraud and invoice fraud are two common types of scams that have cost small firms in Ireland millions of euros. The Banking and Payments Federation Ireland’s (BPFI) via FraudSMART […]
Pig Butchering Scams – What are they and how to avoid them
From business email compromises to romance scams, criminals are raking in billions by using one powerful tool: social engineering. They lure their victims into making mistakes that could cost them everything – whether it’s trusting someone they shouldn’t or sending their hard-earned money into a black hole. But just when we thought we’d seen it […]
Email Remains The Number One Threat Vector
Attention all businesses: Are you aware of the dangerous threat lurking in your employees’ inboxes? Back in 2018 we warned that the greatest threat to your organisation Is sitting in the inboxes of your employees. Despite advancements in cyber defence, this is still the case and it’s becoming easier for bad actors to target your […]
Beware of Email and SMS Compromise Scams
This week sees the gradual return to the office with the easing of restrictions and while many companies will adopt fully remote or hybrid working, many more look forward to having their teams back in the office. Cybercriminals tend to take advantage of any situational changes and we are already seeing an uplift in scams.
The 12 Scams of Christmas
It may be the season of goodwill and a time for giving but this Christmas we are asking you to be a bit of a Scrooge and don’t gift your finances or data to potential scammers. Here are some of the most common scams you are likely to experience across email, text message and phone calls.
Be a Scrooge This Christmas – Don’t Gift Your Data to Cyber-criminals
“Beware of Greeks bearing gifts” is a well-known proverb and refers to the famous Trojan Horse used by the Greeks to enter the city of Troy, under false pretences. The Trojan metaphor is very common in the world of cyber-security and now you know why. It is very rare to get something for nothing (or is it just me?) and so this one time you are being encouraged to be a Scrooge this Christmas and Don’t Gift your Data to Criminals.
How to Detect a Phishing Email
With so much of your time being spent in your inbox, it’s not surprising that this is where cybercriminals are increasingly targeting their victims. Your email is “The Number One Threat Vector” and Phishing emails are proving highly successful for cyber-criminals. The content for this post is courtesy of our partners at VadeSecure. Here you will learn how to detect a phishing email after which you should take the test to see if you can detect a phishing email. To find out how you can protect your inbox, please visit our Managed Email Security page by clicking on the button below.
