Phishing Attacks Often Target Small Businesses – Here’s What to Watch for
Posted on 29 July 2021
From tripwire.com
Scammers target businesses with phishing emails all the time, pretending to be legitimate customers or vendors asking for payment. While any company can be vulnerable to this type of attack, small- to medium-size companies are particularly vulnerable because it is easier for a scammer to do a bit of research online and identify the right people to impersonate or send a phishing email to. A quick social media search or a visit to a corporate website can quickly identify key people such as the CEO, company directors, accounting staff, or office managers who may be able to facilitate a requested fraudulent payment.
The most successful phishing attacks are those that combine technical expertise, e.g., the ability to spoof an email so it appears credible, with a little bit of online research such as identifying employees and their roles in the company. So, how can companies protect themselves against this type of attack?
