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After all , it does demand a level of research to ‘ hook ’ the target into interactions and establishing fake profiles are more work than simply finding an open relay somewhere on the Internet . That being said , the targeting of individuals has proven a very successful channel , and we predict the use of this vector could grow not only through espionage groups , but other threat actors looking to infiltrate organizations for their own criminal gain .
Raj Samani , Fellow and Chief Scientist of McAfee
Enterprise and FireEye
they can be proactive and actionable in protecting their information .”
McAfee Enterprise and FireEye 2022 Predictions :
Use of social media for targeted attacks . While this approach is not new , it is relatively uncommon .
Nation states turn to hackers for hire . In 2022 , we will see an increase in the blending of cybercrime and nation-state operations . In many cases , a startup company is formed , and a web of front companies or existing ‘ technology ’ companies are involved in operations that are directed and controlled by the countries ’ intelligence ministries . The initial breach with tactics and tools could be similar as ‘ regular ’ cybercrime operations , however it is important to monitor what is happening next and act fast – companies should audit their visibility and learn from tactics and operations conducted by actors targeting their sector .
Rise of smaller affiliates . The Ransomware-As-a- Service ( RaaS ) eco system has evolved with the use of affiliates , the middlemen and women that work with the developers for a share of the profits . However , for a long
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