Cybercriminals are increasingly using advanced phishing techniques, and services like Phishing-as-a-Service ecosystems. They’re targeting financial institutions globally, bypassing multi-factor authentication by intercepting live authentication sessions. Prominent phishing kits like Tycoon 2FA and Sneaky 2FA have surged in popularity. Additionally, state-sponsored threats and financial espionage by groups like North Korea’s Lazarus Group and Iranian APT33, are on the rise. Escalating ransomware attacks compound these risks, underscoring the need for robust cybersecurity measures in the financial sector.

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