August 18, 2025
While you and your team might be returning from your summer break, cybercriminals operate around the clock. Research from trusted sources like ProofPoint and Check Point reveals a worrying rise in phishing attacks during summer months. Discover how to stay vigilant and protect your business effectively.
Why Are Summer Cyber Threats Rising?
Hackers exploit the surge in travel enthusiasm by mimicking hotel and Airbnb websites, according to Check Point Research. They've reported a staggering 55% jump in new vacation-related domain registrations as of May 2025 compared to last year. Among over 39,000 new domains, 1 in 21 was flagged as suspicious or malicious.
The late summer back-to-school season also fuels an increase in phishing emails pretending to be from universities, targeting both students and staff. Even if your company isn't in education, employees who access personal mail on work devices can inadvertently open the door to cyber threats—just one wrong click can compromise your entire business data.
How to Defend Against These Threats
With the rise of AI, phishing scams have become more sophisticated and harder to detect. Equipping yourself and your team with the knowledge to spot suspicious activity is crucial to avoiding attacks.
Follow these essential safety tips to shield your business:
· Scrutinize suspicious emails closely. Beyond checking for spelling errors, verify sender addresses and inspect link texts carefully. AI can generate highly convincing scam emails, so remain cautious.
· Always double-check URLs. Look out for subtle misspellings or unusual domain extensions like .today or .info, as these often signal fraudulent websites.
· Access websites directly. Instead of clicking on links in emails or messages, manually type the URL or use trusted search engines.
· Implement Multifactor Authentication (MFA). This extra security layer protects your login credentials and sensitive data even if breaches happen.
· Use caution with public WiFi. When on public networks, always connect via a VPN before accessing sensitive sites like hotel bookings or banking portals.
· Keep personal email off work devices. Mixing personal and professional accounts can increase vulnerability. Use separate devices for personal communication.
· Consult your MSP about endpoint security. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) software can actively monitor devices for threats, block malicious downloads, and alert your IT team to breaches swiftly, minimizing data exposure.
Phishing techniques evolve daily and AI accelerates this trend, so continuous education is your strongest defense. Keep your workforce well-informed to stay one step ahead and safeguard your company's data.
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