Email spoofing is becoming a common issue that many of us encounter, often masquerading as a trusted source to trick us into revealing sensitive information. Imagine opening your inbox only to find a message that looks like it’s from your bank, but it’s actually from a cybercriminal. Frustrating, right? Spoofing emails can lead to significant…
DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance) is one of the most effective email authentication protocols. It helps in preventing the unauthorised use of your business domain to carry out threat attacks like phishing and spoofing. However, there are multiple factors that affect the efficacy of DMARC implementation. One such crucial factor is DMARC alignment. …
This week, we will see how the cybersecurity system is going through a transformation under the leadership of Trump. Also, our focus will be on OpenAI’s banning of ChatGPT profiles associated with nation-state cyberattackers. Lastly, we will discuss the ongoing cybersecurity training sessions in Africa, aiming at curbing threat attacks once and for all. If…
Hey, it’s June already! Hope you guys are able to hold up against the cybercrooks, tall and strong. We are back with our weekly dose of the latest cyber news. This week, we will inform you about the ongoing DMV phishing scam in the US. Next, we will focus on email spoofing attacks being a…
In the vast landscape of the internet, have you ever wondered how your favorite websites know where to find you? Enter the unsung hero of web connectivity—the DNS AAAA record. This might sound technical, but it’s really just a way for your device to chat with others over IPv6 addresses instead of the older IPv4…
A DKIM record stores the public key that is used to verify if an email sent from your domain was tampered with in transit. It can exist in your domain’s DNS as a TXT (Text) or CNAME (Canonical Name) record, enabling a safer email channel. DKIM records are mostly in the TXT format. However, a…
In a world where emails pop into our inboxes like unsolicited party invites, understanding how to sift through them effectively is more crucial than ever. Ever received a message that looked totally legit but left you questioning its true origins? That’s the problem many people face. As cybercriminals get cleverer, distinguishing between authentic communication and…
Every day, our inboxes are filled with emails that promise the world, but unfortunately, many of them could be traps waiting to snare the unsuspecting. Detecting fake email addresses isn’t just a skill; it’s an essential part of navigating today’s digital landscape. With around one in four people experiencing phishing attacks recently, we must learn…
It’s the 4th week of May, and we are once again back with the latest cyber news. Our only goal is to safeguard your data and peace of mind by educating you about the current cybersecurity trends and latest cyber incidents. So stay with us and secure your data from cybercriminals. This week, we will…
In the fast-paced world of online connectivity, everything hinges on speed and performance. Ever wondered why your favorite game lags or why a website sometimes takes forever to load? It could be due to a sneaky technique known as ping spoofing. This method not only toys with our perception of network reliability but also raises…
