Cybercriminals are using advanced tactics such as steganography and social engineering to exploit image and video files to aid in malware delivery. These techniques enable the embedding of malicious code into seemingly harmless files, avoiding traditional security measures. The attackers use phishing emails as a starting point, which download malicious images embedded with malware once they’re opened up. Security experts recommend avoiding unsolicited attachments and links, keeping software up-to-date, using advanced anti-malware tools, and educating users about phishing tactics.
59% insurance sector breaches caused by third parties
A study of the top 150 insurance companies worldwide found that 59% of them have experienced data breaches involving third-party attack vectors.
