Vendor Causes Breach, Texas Supplier Hacked, Nokia Investigates Breach

Vendor Causes Breach, Texas Supplier Hacked, Nokia Investigates Breach

Hey people! It’s a new week, and we are back with a fresh dose of cybersecurity news once again. This week, it’s all about big companies being attacked by threat actors. Now you know that no one is completely safe from cyberattacks, not even big industry names.  The sensitive data of Amazon employees was breached…

4 situations in which you should use the DMARC’s p=none policy

4 situations in which you should use the DMARC’s p=none policy

DMARC has three policies— none, quarantine, and reject. The ‘quarantine’ and ‘reject’ policies are strict and are used the most. However, there are cases where the ‘none’ policy is ideal. The ‘none’ policy is enforced using the p=none tag in a DMARC record. It instructs the receiving servers to take no action against unauthorized emails…

What is DMARC compliance and how can you achieve it? 

What is DMARC compliance and how can you achieve it? 

If your organization sends out marketing or bulk emails, you must make sure they reach your audience safely. While this might not seem like a big goal, it is certainly not easy to check all the boxes, given that cybercriminals are only getting better with their tactics. They are perpetually on the lookout for new…

External DNS records required for SPF in Microsoft 365

External DNS records required for SPF in Microsoft 365

SPF records are TXT records that prevent unauthorized emails sent from your domain from landing in the recipients’ inboxes. This minimizes the chances of someone getting duped under the impression that an official representative from your company is communicating with them, asking for sensitive details or transferring money.  Domain owners are allowed to have only…

Snowflake Attacker Arrested, Hellcat Targets Schneider, Whistleblower Granted Relief

Snowflake Attacker Arrested, Hellcat Targets Schneider, Whistleblower Granted Relief

Hello everyone! It’s November, and everyone is gradually getting into that holiday mood. But this festive season, do not let your carelessness wipe away your bank account. Don’t forget to double-check your cybersecurity setups before you get busy with the celebrations. Also, keeping yourself well-versed with the latest cyber events is a must so that…

Email authentication: Why it matters and how SPF, DKIM, and DMARC ensure security

Email authentication: Why it matters and how SPF, DKIM, and DMARC ensure security

The emails you send out to your clients are not just about informing them about your business but creating a relationship with them. Imagine what would happen if the emails that go from your end rarely reach them? Or even worse, what if a hacker dupes your customers by sending them emails on your behalf?…

Insufficient Cybersecurity Training, FakeCall Malware Threat, Women Duped Airport

Insufficient Cybersecurity Training, FakeCall Malware Threat, Women Duped Airport

Once again, we are here with our weekly dose of cyber news that helps you stay well-informed and ahead of the threat actors. This week, we will shed light on the significance of cybersecurity training in organizations, learn in detail about FakeCall Android malware, and learn about the nightmarish experience of an Indian woman in…

What is the right way to split DKIM keys?

What is the right way to split DKIM keys?

DNS limitations sometimes require splitting DKIM keys. Splitting keys helps ensure compatibility with DNS limitations, especially when dealing with long keys that offer stronger security. Usually, DKIM keys are split at the time of initial configuration if they exceed the DNS length limits. Most DNS providers impose a limit of 255 characters per line, so…

This is the season of scams: 2024 holiday guide to spotting phishing attacks

This is the season of scams: 2024 holiday guide to spotting phishing attacks

The holiday season is right around the corner, which means it’s the time for lots of online shopping, hotels, and flight bookings, not to mention a sudden surge in cyberattacks. You might think that the holiday season is supposed to be exciting and fun, but the truth is that it can become a prime opportunity…