Lookalike domains used to boost effectiveness of email scams

Lookalike domains, crafted to closely resemble authentic domains, enable a wide range of deceptive activities. By sending emails that appear to originate from trusted sources, attackers can effectively conduct a variety of scams from phishing and social engineering attacks to invoice fraud. A new report from BlueVoyant looks at how cybercriminals encourage their victims to click on lookalike domains, whilst highlighting the critical need for vigilance and proactive measures to counteract these threats. The report's authors note, 'The rise of lookalike domains is an increasing concern affecting a wide array of sectors, including finance, insurance, construction, and legal industries, among… [Continue Reading]