FBI warns about the dangers of email auto-forwarding
Don’t believe me that email auto-forwarding is a risk? Would you believe the FBI?
Cyber 321: 2nd December 2022
Cyber 3-2-1: Microsoft and Proofpoint remind us of the value of some simple security measures. The problem with Android security patches. And why the theft of millions of phone numbers from WhatsApp may get our attention, but our local laptop repair shop may be a more immediate concern.
Cyber 321: 7th October 2022
Cyber 3-2-1: This month and last month, Ireland’s police, government and national cybersecurity agency have warned SMEs about the ever-increasing threat of cyber attacks. And yet executives and boards will continue to deliberately ignore this risk until their valuables have been stolen. This week’s action: You are choosing your own adventure. Make sure you are comfortable with your choice.
Cyber 321: 23rd September 2022
Cyber 3-2-1: 58% of cyber incidents start with a phishing email. Plus: North Face, LastPass, and Uber: 3 breaches; many lessons. This week’s action: On the internet, we’re all Capricorns.
Cyber 321: 29th July 2022
Cyber 3-2-1: The University of Limerick is a victim of invoice redirection fraud, self-driving cars remind us that humans are still useful, and DeFi security continues to defy logic. This week’s action: Come to Limerick. Fly from Shannon. Just don’t use a self-driving car to get here.
Cyber 321: 22nd October 2021
Cyber 3-2-1: Why cyber insurance is getting more expensive and onerous, why 90% of attacks may be thwarted by one security measure (and you know which one I’m talking about), and why I have a question for you about cryptocurrencies and blockchain. This week’s action: Just ask.
Even honest criminals can get your money
To reduce the risk of being the next victim of a cyber crime, you need to focus on the most common ways these criminals will try to get your money and the basic defences needed to stop them.