Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a new phishing technique using blob URIs that bypasses Secure Email Gateways (SEGs). This method involves linking to legitimate sites, redirecting victims to an intermediary page, and generating a local blob URI housing the phishing content. This design keeps the attack undetectable by conventional security systems, creating significant blind spots in phishing protection.

PowerSchool Attackers Extorting Teachers, Security Leaders Respond
Security leaders advise organizations to carefully evaluate ransom payments in response to the PowerSchool attacks targeting teachers. They emphasize the importance of implementing strong cybersecurity