{"id":99889,"date":"2024-12-13T11:52:25","date_gmt":"2024-12-13T03:52:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/?p=99889"},"modified":"2024-12-06T11:54:49","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T03:54:49","slug":"gone-phishing-understanding-different-phishing-types-and-how-to-protect-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/version-2.com\/en\/2024\/12\/gone-phishing-understanding-different-phishing-types-and-how-to-protect-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"Gone Phishing: Understanding Different Phishing Types and How to Protect Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"99889\" class=\"elementor elementor-99889\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-35fe5dd post-content elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"35fe5dd\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;cef08c3&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-409a2e9a\" data-id=\"409a2e9a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a8be8f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a8be8f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.portnox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Phishing-2.png\" width=\"1200\" height=\"798\" \/><\/p><div class=\"fl-module-content fl-node-content\"><p>Phishing attacks have become an epidemic. Approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/jumpcloud.com\/blog\/phishing-attack-statistics#:~:text=According%20to%20GreatHorn,%2057%25%20of,minute%20due%20to%20phishing%20attacks.\">3.4 billion phishing emails<\/a> are sent worldwide each day, making it the leading attack vector in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibm.com\/reports\/threat-intelligence\">41% of all data breaches<\/a>. And it\u2019s not just e-mail\u2014phishing has expanded to voice, text, social media, and even fake websites, targeting users across multiple platforms to steal sensitive information and compromise accounts.<\/p><p>The aim of a phishing scam is to steal your credentials, and it\u2019s no wonder why\u2014according to Verizon, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phishingbox.com\/downloads\/Verizon-Data-Breach-Investigations-Report-DBIR-2023.pdf\">86% of data breaches in 2023<\/a> involved compromised credentials.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>And AI is making the various phishing schemes easier than ever \u2013 from improving the quality of the e-mails themselves and removing the tell-tale grammatical errors to using fake voices in vishing scams, the effectiveness of these scams is only increasing. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>Below, we explore the different types of phishing and how they work, and then discuss how you can protect yourself from this ever-growing threat.<\/p><h3><b>Classic Phishing Attacks<\/b><\/h3><p>Classic phishing attacks typically involve deceitful emails designed to trick recipients into revealing personal information or clicking malicious links. These emails often mimic legitimate companies or organizations to gain the victim\u2019s trust. <a href=\"https:\/\/aag-it.com\/the-latest-phishing-statistics\/\">Google intercepts around 100 million phishing emails daily<\/a>, but that leaves quite a few still making it through. Telltale signs of a phishing e-mail are links that do not look right (perhaps a misspelled domain name like <a href=\"http:\/\/amazone.com\">amazone.com<\/a> or extra words like <a href=\"http:\/\/amazon.customersupport.com\">amazon.customersupport.com<\/a>), some odd grammar choices, and a sense of urgency that seems out of place (\u201cupdate info now or your account will be disabled!\u201d)<\/p><h3><b>SMShing (or Smishing)<\/b><\/h3><p>\u201cYou won a $1,000 gift card!\u201d \u201cUSPS cannot deliver your package, click here to update your address!\u201d \u201cUnusual activity detected on your bank account!\u201d<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Chances are, you\u2019ve gotten a text message like that, which is an attempt at <b>SMShing<\/b>, or phishing via SMS.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Like e-mails, they often contain an unusual sense of urgency and some misplaced links, but the link shorteners commonly used in legitimate text messages make these harder to spot.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Always go directly to the company\u2019s website to confirm any messages asking you to do anything (and any US government entity like the USPS or IRS) is not going to communicate with you solely via text.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re in the US, did you know you can <a href=\"https:\/\/consumer.ftc.gov\/articles\/how-recognize-and-report-spam-text-messages\">forward SMShing messages to the FTC<\/a>?<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Send to 7726 (AKA SPAM on your phone\u2019s keypad) and it will help your wireless provider identify and block these messages in the future. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Vishing<\/b><\/h3><p><b>Vishing<\/b> (short for \u201cvoice phishing\u201d) is a type of phishing attack that uses voice communication, typically phone calls, to deceive victims into revealing sensitive information, such as login credentials, financial details, or personal data. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>A very common one in the US <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/newsroom\/beware-of-scammers-posing-as-the-irs\">purports to be from the IRS<\/a>, threatening penalties and jail time due to back taxes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>This one has been around for a while \u2013 a viral video from 2018 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XykKl6Afo6s\">shows a police officer<\/a> in Midland, Texas talking to a scammer who tells him to clear his back taxes by buying Apple gift cards or the police would be en route to arrest him within 45 minutes. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Spear Phishing<\/b><\/h3><p><b>Spear phishing<\/b> is a refined and highly targeted form of phishing that requires more effort and research from the attacker. Unlike general phishing, which casts a wide net hoping to snare any unsuspecting victim, spear phishing focuses on specific individuals or organizations. Attackers gather detailed information about their targets to create highly convincing messages that appear legitimate and relevant.<\/p><p>These attackers often utilize information from social media profiles, company websites, and other publicly available sources to customize their approach. The crafted messages may reference recent activities, personal interests, or professional responsibilities, making them difficult to distinguish from genuine communications. This personalization increases the chances of the victim being deceived.<\/p><p>For instance, an attacker targeting an executive might send an email that appears to be from a trusted colleague or business partner. The message might discuss a recent meeting or project, encouraging the recipient to click on a link or download an attachment. Once the victim takes the bait, they could unknowingly download malware or reveal sensitive information, potentially compromising the entire organization.<\/p><p>Spear phishing is not limited to email. Attackers may also use phone calls, social media messages, or even physical mail to carry out their schemes. Given the targeted nature of these attacks, they can have severe consequences, including data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage.<\/p><p>Recognizing and defending against spear phishing requires a keen eye and a proactive approach. Employees should be trained to scrutinize unexpected communications, even if they seem to come from known contacts. Encourage staff to verify the legitimacy of suspicious messages by contacting the sender through a different, trusted method.<\/p><p>In addition to awareness training, employing technical defenses can help mitigate the risk of spear phishing. Advanced email filters, multi-factor authentication, and robust cybersecurity protocols add layers of protection. By combining vigilance with technological safeguards, individuals and organizations can better protect themselves against the sophisticated tactics of spear phishers.<\/p><h3><b>Whaling<\/b><\/h3><p>A <b>whaling attack<\/b> is a highly targeted phishing attack aimed at high-level executives, such as CEOs, CFOs, or other senior leaders within an organization. The goal is to deceive these individuals into sharing sensitive information, transferring funds, or granting access to confidential systems.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Unlike the first two methods, these attacks are often carefully crafted to appear legit, banking on busy executives who may get careless with doing their due diligence.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>In addition to the usual compromised credentials, they might also target intellectual property or strategic competitive intelligence (but they\u2019re not above wire fraud, either!)<\/p><h3><b>Clone Phishing<\/b><\/h3><p><b>Clone phishing<\/b> is a type of phishing attack in which a legitimate email or message that the victim has previously received is copied (\u201ccloned\u201d) and slightly altered by an attacker. The goal is to trick the recipient into believing the new, fraudulent message is a genuine follow-up or update. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>This might not seem different than regular phishing, but the key is that it\u2019s coming from a trusted source.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>For instance, during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portnox.com\/blog\/cyber-attacks\/unpacking-the-okta-data-breach\/\">Okta breach<\/a>, the targets were customers who had actually used Okta support recently.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>Since they might be expecting a message from Okta, the recipients might have understandably not been as vigilant as normal in spotting any irregularities. <span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Angler Phishing<\/b><\/h3><p><b>Angler phishing<\/b> is a type of social media phishing attack in which cybercriminals impersonate customer service accounts to deceive users into revealing sensitive information or downloading malware. The term \u201cangler\u201d comes from the way attackers \u201cfish\u201d for victims on social platforms.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>When you consider that messaging company accounts on Facebook and\/or Twitter has become an established way to get better support than going through traditional channels like phone or e-mail, this type of attack targets users who are already frustrated (and thus perhaps more likely to be careless.)<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h2><b>Reducing Phishing Risks with Passwordless Login<\/b><\/h2><p>Transitioning to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portnox.com\/solutions\/passwordless-authentication\/\">passwordless certificate-based authentication<\/a> is a promising strategy to counter phishing attacks. This method uses certificates for authentication, eliminating the need for passwords altogether. This means attackers cannot steal passwords through phishing, significantly reducing the risks of compromise.<\/p><p>In addition to a higher level of security, passwordless authentication simplifies the login process for users. Instead of remembering complex passwords, authentication is handled through the secure exchange of cryptographic keys, where a digital certificate issued by a trusted authority verifies the user\u2019s identity. This enhances security and improves the user experience, making it more convenient and efficient.<\/p><p>Organizations adopting passwordless authentication can benefit from reduced helpdesk calls related to password resets and improved compliance with security policies. This transition also aligns with modern security standards and best practices, positioning organizations ahead of evolving cyber threats.<\/p><p>Embracing passwordless authentication can fortify your defenses against phishing and other cyberattacks, paving the way for a more secure and user-friendly digital environment.<\/p><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2004c86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"2004c86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"page\" data-elementor-id=\"18148\" class=\"elementor elementor-18148\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5420368 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5420368\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[{&quot;_id&quot;:&quot;c4f773e&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_tablet&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_image_mobile&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_speed&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;%&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:50,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;jet_parallax_layout_type&quot;:&quot;scroll&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_direction&quot;:&quot;1&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_fx_direction&quot;:null,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_z_index&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_x_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y&quot;:50,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_y_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_tablet&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_bg_size_mobile&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_animation_prop&quot;:&quot;transform&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;tablet&quot;]}]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c976b64\" data-id=\"c976b64\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24257f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"24257f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>About Portnox<\/strong><br \/>Portnox provides simple-to-deploy, operate and maintain network access control, security and visibility solutions. Portnox software can be deployed on-premises, as a cloud-delivered service, or in hybrid mode. It is agentless and vendor-agnostic, allowing organizations to maximize their existing network and cybersecurity investments. Hundreds of enterprises around the world rely on Portnox for network visibility, cybersecurity policy enforcement and regulatory compliance. The company has been recognized for its innovations by Info Security Products Guide, Cyber Security Excellence Awards, IoT Innovator Awards, Computing Security Awards, Best of Interop ITX and Cyber Defense Magazine. Portnox has offices in the U.S., Europe and Asia. 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The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.\n<br><br>\nThrough an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. 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