While you and your team might be returning from vacation, cybercriminals are relentlessly active year-round. Research from ProofPoint and Check Point reveals a surge in phishing attacks during the summer months. Discover effective strategies to stay vigilant and safeguard your business.
Why Are Summer Months Riskier?
Cyber attackers exploit the summer travel season by masquerading as popular hotel and Airbnb websites, according to Check Point Research. They identified a striking 55% rise in new travel-related domain registrations in May 2025 compared to last year, with over 39,000 domains created—one in every 21 flagged as malicious or suspicious.
As the school year approaches, phishing attempts impersonating official university emails increase, targeting students and staff alike. Even if your business isn't directly affected, employees checking personal emails on work devices can inadvertently expose your entire company to cyber threats with just one careless click.
How to Protect Your Business
While AI enhances cybersecurity defenses, it also enables hackers to craft more convincing phishing scams. Equip yourself and your team with knowledge to recognize and avoid these threats.
Follow these essential safety tips to prevent cyberattacks:
• Stay alert for suspicious emails. Don't rely solely on spotting typos or poor grammar—AI can generate polished phishing emails. Scrutinize the sender's email address and hover over links to verify their legitimacy.
• Verify URLs carefully. Look out for misspelled links or unusual domain extensions like .today or .info, which are often linked to scam websites.
• Access websites directly. Instead of clicking links in emails or messages, type the website address yourself to ensure you reach the authentic site.
• Enable Multifactor Authentication (MFA). MFA adds an extra layer of security, protecting your login credentials and sensitive data even if a breach occurs.
• Use caution with public WiFi. When accessing sensitive information on public networks, always use a VPN to safeguard your data.
• Avoid checking personal email on work devices. Mixing personal and business accounts increases risk. Keep personal activities on personal devices and work tasks on company devices.
• Consult your MSP about endpoint security. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools monitor devices, block phishing attempts, and alert your MSP instantly if a breach occurs, minimizing data exposure.
Phishing scams grow smarter every day, fueled by AI advancements. The best defense is a well-informed team aware of the latest risks. Stay educated, stay protected!
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