August 18, 2025
While you and your team may be returning from summer vacations, the threat from cybercriminals remains constant. Studies from ProofPoint and Check Point reveal that phishing attacks actually surge during summer. Here's how you can stay vigilant and protect your business.
Why The Rise in Cyber Threats?
Hackers exploit the summer travel season by mimicking popular hotel and Airbnb sites, warns Check Point Research. They report a striking 55% surge in newly registered travel-related domains in May 2025 compared to last year. Out of 39,000+ domains, 1 in 21 were identified as malicious or suspicious.
Additionally, the back-to-school period triggers a wave of phishing scams pretending to be legitimate university emails targeting students and staff. Even if your business isn't directly affected, employees checking personal emails on work devices risk exposing your entire network to cyberattacks with just one careless click.
Protective Measures You Should Take
AI has enhanced cybersecurity but simultaneously made phishing tactics more convincing. To counter this, thoroughly train yourself and your staff to recognize warning signs before clicking on any links.
Here are essential safety strategies to safeguard your company:
· Remain vigilant with suspicious emails. Beyond spotting spelling errors or poor formatting—since AI can craft flawless phishing messages—inspect sender email addresses and hover over links to verify authenticity.
· Verify URLs carefully. Watch for misspelled domains or uncommon extensions like .today or .info, often used by malicious sites.
· Always navigate to websites manually. Instead of clicking on links within emails or messages, type the website address directly into your browser.
· Activate Multifactor Authentication (MFA). MFA adds a crucial layer of security, ensuring your login credentials and sensitive data stay protected even if a breach occurs.
· Exercise caution with public WiFi. When using unsecured networks, protect your data with a VPN—especially when accessing sensitive information like travel bookings or financial accounts.
· Avoid using personal emails on company devices. Mixing personal and business accounts on the same device elevates risk. Keep them separate to reduce vulnerabilities.
· Consult your MSP about endpoint security. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions monitor devices, block phishing attempts and malicious software, and alert your service provider immediately in case of a breach, minimizing potential damage.
Phishing scams are evolving rapidly, driven by the capabilities of AI. The strongest defense is an informed and prepared team. Stay alert, stay protected!
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