HR-related phishing emails remain top-clicked in KnowBe4's Q2 2024 report, highlighting the need for security awareness training.

HR-related phishing emails remain a popular tactic for cybercriminals, with KnowBe4's Q2 2024 top-clicked phishing report revealing that these emails provoke the most action from employees, potentially leading to harmful outcomes. As cybercriminals continue to exploit human emotions and create authentic-looking phishing email subjects, the use of QR codes in phishing emails also rises, posing additional risks. KnowBe4 CEO Stu Sjouwerman emphasizes the importance of comprehensive security awareness training to mitigate the human risk and reduce the impact of phishing attacks.

August 15, 2024
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