Phishing
The latest Phishing coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
FileFix Attack: Disable HTA Files Now to Block Windows Zero-Day Exploit
A newly discovered zero-day vulnerability dubbed the FileFix attack is putting Windows users at serious risk by exploiting a critical blind spot in the operating system's security defenses. This...
AI-Driven Phishing Attacks: How to Secure Microsoft 365 & Cloud Services
The cybersecurity landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as AI-powered phishing attacks target cloud services like Microsoft 365 and Okta with unprecedented sophistication. These next-generation...
AI-Driven Phishing: How Hyper-Personalized Scams Bypass Your Defenses
Cybersecurity professionals worldwide have watched for years as the battle between defenders and attackers has grown increasingly sophisticated. But a new wave of threats is now on the horizon—one...
How to Defend Against Calendar Phishing Scams in Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 users are facing a sophisticated new threat that bypasses traditional email filters—calendar phishing scams. These attacks exploit the trusted nature of calendar invites, slipping...
Detect and stop Microsoft 365 calendar phishing attacks now
Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics, and one of the latest threats targeting Microsoft 365 users is calendar phishing. These attacks exploit the trust users place in their digital...
AI-Driven Phishing Revolution: How to Safeguard Your Business Against Next-Gen Cyber Threats
The rise of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity has created a double-edged sword for businesses worldwide. While AI-powered defenses are becoming more sophisticated, cybercriminals are...
PDF-Based Callback Phishing: How Cybercriminals Exploit AI & Brand Trust
Cybercriminals are evolving their tactics, leveraging PDF-based callback phishing to bypass traditional email security measures. These attacks exploit AI-driven automation and brand impersonation,...
Securing Microsoft 365 in 2025: Top Strategies to Defend Against Cyber Threats
Microsoft 365 has become the backbone of modern business operations, powering everything from email and document collaboration to video conferencing and project management. As we move into 2025, the...
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 Boosts Email Bomb Protection with AI-Powered Detection
Microsoft Defender for Office 365 has taken a major step forward in combating email bombing attacks with its newly enhanced detection and mitigation capabilities. This critical security update...
How to Defend Against Microsoft 365 Direct Send Phishing Attacks in 2025
In May 2025, cybersecurity researchers at Varonis Threat Labs uncovered a sophisticated phishing campaign exploiting Microsoft 365's Direct Send feature, putting organizations worldwide at risk. This...
Microsoft Defender AI slashes email bombing detection from hours to minutes, cutting false positives in early enterprise tests.
Email security has never been more critical as cybercriminals deploy increasingly sophisticated tactics to bypass traditional defenses. Microsoft Defender's new email bombing detection capability...
Microsoft 365 Direct Send Exploited for Advanced Phishing Attacks in 2025
Microsoft 365's Direct Send feature, designed to simplify email delivery for businesses, has become an unexpected weapon in the hands of cybercriminals. Security researchers have identified a surge...