LinkedIn Recruitment Risks and Information Security Threats: Implications for Malaysia
Recent security advisories from international law enforcement and industry observers have highlighted a growing trend in the use of professional networking platforms, particularly LinkedIn, as a channel for targeted recruitment-style engagement that can be used to obtain sensitive commercial or organisational information. These approaches typically begin in a highly credible and professional manner. Individuals may […]
Fake Certificates and Misuse of University Names: A Growing Risk in Malaysia
A recent controversy involving alleged fake aesthetic training programmes in Malaysia has once again highlighted the growing problem of forged certificates and the unauthorised use of university names and logos.
The Growing Trade in Counterfeit Skincare Across Southeast Asia
The boom in online shopping has made skincare more accessible than ever—but it has also made it easier for counterfeit and questionable products to slip into the market. Recent testing highlighted by Channel NewsAsia showed that some products bought online differed significantly from those sold through authorised retailers, reinforcing a concern many consumers already suspect. […]
Learn to recognise and identify scams so you don’t get cheated
The ransomware landscape indeed seems to be evolving in favour of attackers, even as law enforcement efforts continue to dismantle certain groups. Notably, 2024 is seeing record-breaking ransom payouts and increasing extortion tactics, underscoring the industry’s profitability and persistence. As high-profile cases like Change Healthcare’s $22 million ransom to the ALPHV group show, ransomware remains lucrative despite the occasional infighting within these criminal organizations.