August 18, 2025
While you and your team may be returning from vacation, cybercriminals remain relentless. Research from ProofPoint and Check Point reveals a surge in phishing attacks during summer months. Here’s how to stay vigilant and safeguard your business.
Why Are Cyber Threats Rising in Summer?
Hackers exploit the summer travel season by mimicking hotel and Airbnb websites, according to Check Point Research. In May 2025 alone, there was a 55% jump in newly registered travel-related domains compared to last year, with over 39,000 domains created—1 in 21 flagged as malicious or suspicious.
The back-to-school period also triggers a spike in phishing emails impersonating universities, targeting students and staff. Even if your business isn’t in education, employees checking personal emails on work devices can inadvertently expose your entire network with a single click.
How to Protect Your Team and Data
As AI enhances cybersecurity, it simultaneously makes phishing scams more convincing. Empower yourself and your staff with training to recognize and avoid these threats.
Essential safety tips include:
- Scrutinize suspicious emails. Beyond spotting typos or poor formatting, verify sender addresses and link texts carefully—AI can craft deceptive messages that look authentic.
- Verify URLs thoroughly. Watch for misspellings or unusual domain extensions like .today or .info, commonly used in scams.
- Access websites directly. Instead of clicking links in emails or messages, type the URL or search for the site yourself.
- Enable Multifactor Authentication (MFA). MFA adds a vital security layer, keeping your credentials and sensitive data protected even if breaches occur.
- Exercise caution with public WiFi. When using public networks, always connect through a VPN to secure access to sensitive sites like booking portals or banking.
- Keep personal email off work devices. Avoid using company equipment for personal accounts to reduce risk exposure.
- Consult your MSP about endpoint security. Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools monitor devices, block phishing attempts, and alert your MSP to breaches promptly, minimizing damage.
Phishing tactics evolve rapidly, accelerated by AI advancements. The strongest defense is a well-informed team. Stay educated, stay alert, and protect your business.
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