Traditionally in a single-factor authentication, a user is required to only put in their password to gain access to systems or networks. This makes it easy for a cybercriminal to extract information by hacking. With cybercriminals getting more advanced and cyber threats increasing, organizations should integrate multi-factor authentication (MFA) for their data security.
It is no secret that cybercriminal attacks are getting increasingly superior with every passing day. The attacks aim to extract confidential information and make profits. Criminals behind such attacks target anyone, from individuals to high-value companies. One attack, however, is made to attack CEOs or high-profile individuals.
It is no hidden fact that cyberattacks are getting more nuanced day in and day out. One of the latest technology-based cyber threats looming over is deepfakes. The word “deepfake” can be broken down into “deep,” meaning it uses deep learning, and “fake” because the content of the picture, audio, or video generated is computerized by specialized algorithms and is not real.
Email remains the primary method for cybercriminals to attack businesses. A recent Proofpoint study found that 83% of organisations experienced successful email-based phishing attacks in 2021. An additional six billion phishing attacks are predicted to occur in 2022.