Essays about: "Phishing"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 55 essays containing the word Phishing.
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1. Recognizing and Defending Against Phishing Attacks in Large Organizations
University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)Abstract : As technology keeps integrating further into our personal and professional lives, digital security is a growing concern for our individual and public safety. Email phishing is the most common attack vector, often utilized by malicious actors to trick victims into taking irresponsible actions that benefit the attackers. READ MORE
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2. Improving Email Security in Organizations : Solutions and Guidelines
University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för information och teknikAbstract : Data breaches from email attacks have been an issue since email was first implemented. Common attack methods like phishing are still a threat to organizations to this very day. That is because it never seems to stop evolving and keeps becoming more and more convincing. READ MORE
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3. Assessing Ransomware Mitigation Strategies in Swedish Organizations: A Focus on Phishing Emails
University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för data- och systemvetenskapAbstract : Ransomware has been a growing threat to today's organizations, with irreparable damages and billions of dollars lost, it is crucial for organizations to implement mitigation strategies that can counter these attacks. With phishing attempts being the primary attack vector, it is evident that organizations need to implement the best practices in order to avoid the consequences. READ MORE
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4. The Human Element of Cybersecurity : A Literature Review of Social Engineering Attacks and Countermeasures
University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för information och teknikAbstract : Social engineering attacks pose an escalating threat to organizations. This thesis conducted a semi-comprehensive literature review using the PRISMA method to address common attack methods, reducing susceptibility among employees, and the need for awareness training. READ MORE
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5. The effect of time pressure on human behavior regarding phishing susceptibility : Human aspects in information security
University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för informationsteknologiAbstract : Human errors are common in the contemporary cyber ecosystem, and in an organization’s cybersecurity chain, humans are considered the weakest link. Cybercriminals exploit human vulnerabilities using sophisticated attacks such as phishing. READ MORE
