Fraudsters Lure Victims into Deceitful Conversations, Stealing Sensitive Data

The Most Common Error Leading to Data Breaches Revealed

Experts have uncovered the most common type of error that leads to data breaches - the misconfiguration of knowledge databases. This vulnerability is often exploited by fraudsters who use deceitful conversations to lure victims into revealing sensitive information.

Recent Target: Educational Institutions

Recently, educational institutions have been particularly targeted, with unauthorized parties gaining access to personal information, including social security numbers. For example, a breach at Connecticut College exposed the sensitive data of students and employees in March 2023.

Protecting Against These Attacks

To protect against these types of attacks, experts recommend the following measures:

Cybersecurity Awareness Training: Educate employees on recognizing new social engineering techniques and provide them with training on preventing human error.
Secure Configuration of Enterprise Software and Assets: Ensure that software and assets are properly configured to prevent unauthorized access.
Access Control Management: Restrict user access to databases and sensitive information to prevent data misuse.
Account Management Tools: Monitor account activity in real-time to detect suspicious behavior.
User Activity Monitoring: Keep a close eye on user activities, such as login attempts, file downloads, and website visits.
Third-Party Vendor Security Risk Management: Implement best practices for managing third-party vendors who may have access to sensitive data.

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To stay ahead of these threats, companies can turn to Ekran System, a universal insider risk management platform that helps detect and prevent insider threats. With its advanced features, including real-time alerts, multi-factor authentication, and user activity monitoring, Ekran System provides unparalleled protection against data breaches.

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