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Phishing
Context:
India is one of the key countries affected by phishing attacks, reported Verizon Business, a renowned cyber-security solutions provider.
Highlights of the report:
- The most common types of data compromised are credentials (69%), internal (37%), and secrets (24%).
- The APAC has experienced a 180% growth in vulnerability exploitation.
- System intrusion, social engineering, and basic web application attacks represent 95% of breaches in APAC.
- The espionage attacks dominate Asia-Pacific’s (APAC’s) cyber security landscape, including that of India.
- In terms of percentage, it is 25% in APAC which is significantly greater than Europe and North America
- Reporting Practices: In India, reporting improvised, with 20% of users identifying and reporting phishing during simulation tests.
Phishing:
- It is a type of cybercrime where attackers deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information or installing malware.
- Methods of Phishing: Sending emails, texts, phone calls, or other forms of communication (Appearing as legitimate sources, such as a bank, credit card company, or even a friend).
- Common types of phishing attacks:
- Email Phishing: The most common type, using fraudulent emails designed to look like they come from a trusted source.
- Spear Phishing: Highly targeted attacks aimed at specific individuals or organisations.
- Smishing: Phishing attempts via SMS text messages.
- Vishing: Phishing done over phone calls.
- Whaling: Targeting high-profile individuals like CEOs or executives.
