August 18, 2025
While you and your team might be returning from summer vacations, cybercriminals remain relentlessly active. Research from ProofPoint and Check Point reveals a surge in phishing attacks during the summer months. Discover how to stay vigilant and safeguard your business.
Why Are Cyber Threats Increasing in Summer?
Cyber attackers exploit the summer travel season by mimicking hotel and Airbnb websites, according to Check Point Research. They reported a staggering 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.
Additionally, the back-to-school period triggers a spike in phishing emails impersonating university communications aimed at students and staff. Even if your business isn’t directly targeted, employees checking personal emails on work devices can inadvertently expose your company’s data with a single click.
How to Protect Your Business
While AI enhances cybersecurity defenses, it also empowers attackers to craft more convincing phishing scams. Training yourself and your team to recognize threats is crucial to prevent falling victim.
Implement these essential safety measures:
• Vigilantly scrutinize suspicious emails. Don’t rely solely on spotting typos or poor grammar—AI can generate polished messages. Always verify the sender’s email address and hover over links to confirm their legitimacy.
• Verify URLs carefully. Watch for misspellings or unusual domain extensions like .today or .info, often used by scam websites.
• Access websites directly. Instead of clicking links in emails or messages, type the website address into your browser to avoid phishing traps.
• Activate Multifactor Authentication (MFA). MFA adds a vital security layer, ensuring that even if credentials are compromised, your sensitive data remains protected.
• Exercise caution on public WiFi. Use a VPN when accessing secure sites like booking platforms or online banking over public networks.
• Keep personal emails off company devices. Mixing personal and work accounts increases vulnerability. Separate personal activities to personal devices and reserve work devices strictly for business.
• Consult your MSP about endpoint security. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools monitor your devices, block phishing attempts and malicious downloads, and alert your MSP immediately if a breach occurs, minimizing data exposure.
Phishing attacks evolve rapidly, with AI accelerating their sophistication. The strongest defense is an informed team—keep everyone educated about the latest risks to maintain your company’s security. Stay alert, stay protected!
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