Phishing remains a significant and ever-evolving cybersecurity threat, with recent data showing a 28% rise in attacks between Q1 and Q2 of 2024. This trend highlights how persistent and evolving phishing tactics continue to be, impacting a staggering 94% of cybersecurity decision-makers in 2023. Attackers are increasingly using compromised internal accounts, shifting the platforms they use, and incorporating QR codes, which is becoming a new favorite way to deliver malicious content. This article describes some of the recently observed threat actor tactics as well as some tips for staying safe.
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