BEC Attack in Action

By Jessica Jordan

In early 2024, Mattel, a leading global toy manufacturer, was the victim of a sophisticated BEC attack that led to a significant financial loss. The attackers impersonated a high-ranking executive within the company and successfully tricked an employee into wiring a substantial amount of money to a fraudulent bank account. Attack Details Reconnaissance: Attackers gathered…

Email Heists: The Threat of BEC Attacks

By Jessica Jordan

Business Email Compromise (BEC) is a cyber-attack where attackers use email to deceive and manipulate individuals into transferring money or sensitive information. These attacks often target businesses and organizations, using human trust and social engineering tactics to achieve their goals.  How BEC Attacks Work How to Protect Your Business From BEC Attacks Employee Training: Regularly…