[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||14px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcybersecuritysociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NCSS-3397-Bulletin-Header-Footer-Header-Graphic-1600×350-Compressed.png” title_text=”NCSS-3397-Bulletin-Header-Footer-Header Graphic 1600×350-Compressed” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Published: June 21, 2024<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Our new bulletin Cyber Threat Watch<\/em><\/strong> has been created to help small businesses stay up to date on the latest threats, news, and events affecting their business. The content has been curated to make cybersecurity easy and accessible for both technical and nontechnical readers.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Featured Cyber Threat \u2014 AI-Enabled Phishing Attacks” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_color=”#00688E” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcybersecuritysociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_669265030-scaled.jpeg” title_text=”Hacker in front of computer screens” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n AI-enabled, advanced phishing attacks have emerged as a serious risk to sensitive information and cybersecurity infrastructure. Leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI), these attacks have become increasingly sophisticated. Therefore, understanding the nature of these attacks and implementing effective mitigation strategies are essential for safeguarding against this evolving threat.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcybersecuritysociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_765939817-scaled.jpeg” title_text=”Phishing, concept. Credit bank card on the hook, 3D rendering isolated on transparent background” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”92%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n These phishing attacks utilize AI to enhance traditional techniques, making them more convincing and difficult to detect. Phishing, a form of social engineering, involves tricking individuals into divulging sensitive information such as login credentials or financial data. With the integration of AI, attackers can personalize phishing emails, automate large-scale campaigns, and create deceptive websites that closely mimic legitimate ones. As a result, these attacks not only jeopardize data security and privacy but also pose significant financial risks to organizations.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”||71px|||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#00688E” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Identifying AI-enabled phishing attacks requires a keen understanding of their common indicators such as the following:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/nationalcybersecuritysociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/AdobeStock_556454258-scaled.jpeg” title_text=”beautiful fantasy abstract portrait of a beautiful woman double exposure with a colorful digital paint splash or space nebula, generative ai” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_margin=”-22px|||||”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#00688E” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n To counter the threat posed by AI-enabled phishing attacks, organizations should implement robust mitigation strategies as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n AI-enabled, advanced phishing attacks represent a significant and evolving cybersecurity threat, posing serious risks to individuals and organizations worldwide. By understanding the common indicators of these attacks and implementing effective mitigation strategies, businesses can strengthen their cybersecurity posture and protect against potential breaches. Continuous vigilance, employee training, and the adoption of advanced security solutions are crucial in today\u2019s cybersecurity landscape.<\/p>\n The NCSS encourages businesses to adopt comprehensive security practices and stay informed about evolving threats. We recommend you leverage a managed security service provider (MSSP) and also consider becoming an NCSS member to access a wide range of our services. For more information, visit our Small Business page<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||-2px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#00688E” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n https:\/\/www.infosecurity-magazine.com\/news\/341-rise-advanced-phishing-attacks\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.csoonline.com\/article\/651125\/emerging-cyber-threats-in-2023-from-ai-to-quantum-to-data-poisoning.html<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.acronis.com\/en-us\/blog\/posts\/ai-and-phishing-a-toxic-pair\/https:\/\/www.networkworld.com\/article\/2114706\/phishing-attacks-rise-58-in-the-year-of-ai.html<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.comparitech.com\/antivirus\/what-is-an-ai-powered-attack-and-how-can-you-protect-yourself\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/datadome.co\/learning-center\/how-to-detect-prevent-credential-harvesting-attacks\/<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.hoxhunt.com\/blog\/credential-harvesting<\/a><\/p>\nCommon Indicators of AI-Enabled Phishing Attacks<\/h3>\n
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