Business Email Compromise (BEC): How to Detect and Prevent It

Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a growing cyber threat where attackers use phishing tactics and email impersonation to trick companies into transferring funds or sharing sensitive information. This sophisticated scam can result in significant financial and reputational damage. Understanding BEC tactics and implementing preventive measures—such as email authentication, employee training, and secure payment processes—are essential for safeguarding business communications and assets. Learn how to protect your organization from these targeted attacks.

Hackers Exploit DocuSign APIs with Fake Invoices

Hackers Exploit DocuSign APIs with Fake Invoices

Ravi Jain
This article discusses how cybercriminals are exploiting DocuSign’s API to send fake invoices to businesses. This tactic, known as Business Email Compromise (BEC), uses social engineering and impersonation to trick employees into authorizing fraudulent invoices. The article explores how these attacks are carried out, the challenges they pose to businesses, and the strategies that businesses and DocuSign can employ to mitigate these threats. The article concludes by recommending security best practices to protect against API abuse and emphasizing the need for real-time detection systems to combat these evolving cyber threats. ... Read More