Malicious URLs overtake attachments as top email threat

Cybercriminals increasingly favor malicious URLs over attachments, as they are easier to disguise and more likely to evade detection, according to the latest report from Proofpoint. These links are embedded in messages, buttons, and even inside attachments like PDFs or Word documents to entice clicks that initiate credential phishing or malware downloads. Credential phishing remains the most common goal for attackers, with 3.7 billion URL-based attacks aimed at stealing logins. Attackers are overwhelmingly focused on stealing login credentials rather than distributing malware. Phishing lures impersonate trusted brands and use off-the-shelf tools so even low-skilled actors can deploy highly convincing campaigns that… [Continue Reading]