Adam Kangiser, Iviry’s Compliance Analyst
1. The Surge in Ransomware and Phishing Attacks: What Your Organization Needs to Know
The first quarter of 2025 has brought a surge in cybercrime – particularly ransomware and phishing attacks. Organizations large and small are facing increasingly sophisticated threats, including a stunning 1,800% rise in phishing campaigns using SVG files, according to recent threat intelligence reports.
What makes these attacks so effective? Often, it comes down to human error—clicking a malicious link, downloading a seemingly harmless attachment, or trusting a forged login page.
How to Stay Vigilant
- Employee Awareness: Security awareness training is your first line of defense. Platforms like KnowBe4 help organizations simulate real-world phishing attacks and train staff to spot them.
- Layered Security Tools: Anti-malware, email filtering, endpoint protection, and real-time monitoring tools are essential to detecting and stopping threats early.
- Zero Trust Approach: Assume breach. Verify everything. Ensure your environment uses strict access controls, authentication, and device trust checks.
How Iviry Helps
At Iviry, we empower organizations with comprehensive security solutions that combine smart tools, training, and managed services. Whether you’re looking to harden your defenses or educate your staff, we’re here to build resilience into your cybersecurity posture.
