Resilient Cyber
Resilient Cyber w/ Mick Leach - 5 Email Threats to Watch For in 2025
Jan 21, 2025
Mick Leach, Field CISO at Abnormal Security and an expert in email security, dives into the rising threats facing organizations. He highlights the evolving landscape of email attacks, particularly those fueled by AI, which make traditional defenses less effective. Cryptocurrency fraud and AI-generated phishing tactics are just the tip of the iceberg. Mick emphasizes the need for advanced training and AI-driven solutions to bolster defenses against these sophisticated threats, while discussing the operational risks of email account takeovers.
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Quick takeaways
- Cybercriminals are evolving their tactics by leveraging generative AI in email phishing, making traditional security measures increasingly inadequate.
- The rise of cryptocurrency scams highlights the need for organizations to educate employees about emerging fraud tactics and threat awareness.
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The Evolution of Cyber Criminal Tactics
Cyber criminals are increasingly leveraging advanced technology to evolve their attack methods, particularly in email-centric phishing schemes. The rise of generative AI tools has improved the sophistication and effectiveness of these attacks, making them as convincing as high-quality, human-crafted phishing messages. Tactics such as QR code phishing and file sharing phishing are on the rise, complicating detection efforts for organizations. As attackers shift towards social engineering techniques that initiate conversations rather than relying solely on malicious links, the need for robust human-centric security approaches becomes paramount.
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