Malicious emails bypass SEGs every 45 seconds

New data from Cofense shows one malicious email bypassing customers' Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) every 45 seconds -- up from every 57 seconds in 2023. The report also highlights the rapid rise in Remote Access Trojans (RATs) and the evolution of credential phishing techniques that exploit trusted platforms. Remcos RAT emerged as the predominant malware, using methods to bypass SEGs with ease. In addition, open redirects using popular sites like TikTok and embedded QR codes in Office documents have contributed to an impressive surge in document-based phishing attacks. 'We continue to see threats bypassing perimeter email security defenses at an… [Continue Reading]