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Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC
Date: April 27, 2020
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201-896-4100 info@sh-law.comMany Americans are currently working from home, often trying to home school their children and keep up with demanding jobs. Unbeknownst to them, they are also in the crosshairs of cybercriminals, who are hoping to capitalize on the uncertainty and stress caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) to steal valuable business data.
There has already been a reported uptick in COVID-19-themed phishing emails. According to Google, it blocked 18 million COVID-19 themed phishing emails in one week. Many contain links to what appear to be reputable organizations, such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) or the World Health Organization (WHO). Others reference programs such as the Paycheck Protection Program to entice users to click on malicious links.
While many aspects of the pandemic are out of our control, there are steps that businesses can take to strengthen their cybersecurity procedures and protect their valuable business data. Below are a few tips:
Businesses should provide detailed guidance regarding issues like:
Red flags of BEC scams include:
Cybercriminals often use times of crisis to their advantage. The rapid and sudden increase in teleworking further exacerbates this threat. To ensure that your company is protected, now is the time to review your cybersecurity policies and procedures for potential weaknesses and make sure your employees are well-trained in how to best safeguard your business data.
If you have any questions or if you would like to discuss the matter further, please contact the Scarinci Hollenbeck attorney with whom you work, at 201-896-4100.
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