Inky CEO: Attackers Push The Envelope with Latest Phishing Tactics

TLDR:

• Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated and sneaky, according to Inky CEO Dave Baggett.
• One of the latest tactics is conversation hijacking, where attackers impersonate individuals mid-email conversation to steal money in real estate transactions.

Phishing attacks are evolving, with threat actors constantly finding new ways to be successful, according to Inky CEO Dave Baggett. One of the latest tactics, conversation hijacking, involves attackers breaking into email accounts and impersonating individuals in the middle of a conversation to steal money, particularly in real estate transactions. This highlights the need for organizations to stay educated and implement advanced email security measures beyond traditional content analysis.

Baggett emphasized the importance of educating customers about evolving phishing tactics and implementing specialized countermeasures to address these sophisticated techniques. The cat-and-mouse game between attackers and security providers continues to evolve, making it crucial for organizations to stay vigilant and proactive in their cybersecurity efforts.