Malicious QR codes, deepfake recordings, and typosquatting are social engineering tactics that can be mitigated with awareness and caution.
Professional services, legal firms, manufacturing, and construction industries are prime targets of social engineering attacks like Business Email Compromise (BEC) and Ransomware threats.
Notable attack groups such as LOCKBIT, BLACKCAT, CACTUS, and RHYSIDA have been actively targeting various sectors, with RHYSIDA focusing on healthcare specifically.
To combat social engineering tactics effectively, organizations need a multi-faceted approach including policy enforcement, employee training, technological safeguards, and robust response plans.
Staying vigilant and proactive is crucial in protecting valuable data and resources as social engineering threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated.