ATTACK Simulator Security Awareness Blog
Keep your finger on the pulse of cybersecurity.
We’re dedicated to give you the insights you need to mature the security infrastructure in your company. Read from experts in the field and guest authors about the latest news in security awareness, and gain the necessary knowledge about managing risks, and the latest technologies in hacking, including social engineering, phishing, and malware.
Latest Articles
Identity Theft: The 10 Most Common Methods Attackers Use
Have you ever woken up to accounts you've never created, credit you've never applied for? Not to worry, you most likely didn't travel to a parallel universe while you were sleeping. Instead, you've only become a victim of identity theft. Identity theft is virtually...
9 Identity Theft Signs & What To Do If You Became A Victim Of It
Do you suspect you've fallen victim to identity thieves? Then, check these 9 identity theft signs and recommendations in the unfortunate case you've been scammed. Identity theft is when someone pretends to be you after stealing your personal information and using it...
Adware 101: Definition, Types, And Infection
Have you ever gotten frustrated with all those annoying invasive ads, such as ridiculously large banners, distracting you from an interesting read or an important purchase? Yeah, we did too. This is why this article will walk you through the essential aspects...
Adware Infections: Signs, Removal, And 9 Prevention Tips
Adware infections have a set of unmistakable symptoms, which we will walk you through in this article. So keep reading to learn how to spot, remove, and prevent adware infections. Signs Of Adware Infections Keep an eye out for the following symptoms if you suspect you...
Top 4 Tricks Used In CEO Fraud Attacks
Scammers are getting more creative with their strategies by the day when it comes to CEO fraud attacks. This article will walk you through the sneakiest and most popular tricks in a hacker's arsenal. What Is CEO Fraud And How Do CEO Fraud Attacks Work? CEO fraud...
Spyware 101: Definition, Types, and Prevention
Attackers use spyware to snoop around, secretly collect information and monitor someone's activity against their knowledge and without their consent. Keep reading to learn what this creepy and invasive form of malware is, the types and cautions you can take against...
CEO Fraud Scams: 6 Tips On How To Protect Your Company Against Them
CEO fraud scams are complex phishing attacks in which scammers trick employees into transferring money or providing confidential company data. This social engineering technique preys on the trust of the email recipient. Cybercriminals will impersonate...
CEO Fraud Scams: 8 Questions To Help Your Employees Spot Them
Understandably, every employee wants to look good in front of their boss and do a good job at work overall. But this can mislead them into falling for an exceptional form of phishing: the CEO fraud scam. If their boss needs them to complete a task ASAP, your employees...
ATTACK Simulator – The Automated Cybersecurity Awareness Platform: 6 Reasons To Choose Us
As cyber threats never cease to evolve and increase in numbers, the need for an automated cybersecurity awareness platform to help you train your employees on how to fend off online dangers is becoming more obvious and urgent with every passing day. Keep reading to...
3 Reasons Why Remote Working Leaves Your Company Vulnerable To Cyberattacks
The ongoing COVID-19 situation shifted our society to rely on remote working almost overnight. Unfortunately, where most people see chaos, hackers see opportunity. Therefore, the world is facing unbelievably high and still growing numbers of cyberattacks. While most...
