Microsoft: Creative Abuse of Cloud Files Bolsters BEC Attacks

When we use the internet for work, we want to feel safe, just like when we lock our doors at home to keep our families and belongings secure. But sometimes, bad guys find sneaky ways to trick us online. Lately, there’s been a rise in these tricky people using popular online storage places like Dropbox, OneDrive, and SharePoint to do their dirty work.

Picture this: it’s a normal day at the office, and you get an email that looks like it’s from a coworker sharing an important document with you. Without thinking twice, you click on the link in the email because you trust your coworker. But surprise! It’s not actually from them. It’s from someone pretending to be them, and they’re trying to steal your login details so they can snoop around or cause trouble.

Using places like Dropbox or OneDrive makes it easier for these bad guys because we often think anything from there must be safe. Plus, these online storage tools are part of our daily work routine, which makes the fake seem even more real.

Now, more than ever, we need to be like detectives at work. We’ve got to check carefully to make sure things are what they seem. If a link looks weird or an email doesn’t feel right, it’s better to double-check with the person who supposedly sent it. Think of it like looking both ways before crossing the street — a little caution goes a long way.

The good news is that you don’t have to fight these cyber bad guys alone. The team at Diversified Outlook Group can help you understand these threats and how to protect yourself and your business. Think of them as your personal cybersecurity team, ready to train you and your colleagues in spotting these tricks and keeping your online workspace safe.

Curious about how to keep your virtual doors locked tight? Reach out to support@diversifiedoutlookgroup.com. They’re the experts who can help you make sure your business’s online world is as secure as possible.

For more details about how attackers are getting sneaky with Dropbox, OneDrive, and SharePoint, dive into this article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/microsoft-creative-abuse-cloud-files-bec-attacks. Stay informed and stay safe!

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