3 Tips to prevent a watering hole attack

Firstly, what is a watering hole attack?

It's a cyber-attack where the attacker compromises a website that the target frequently visits, turning it into a trap to infect the target's device with malware.

For example, an attacker may compromise a popular news website frequented by employees of a targeted organisation, injecting malicious code into the website to infect visitors' devices when they visit the compromised page.

..and here's how to avoid one👇

⚠️Regularly scan frequented websites for suspicious activity, using automated tools to detect anomalies and promptly address them.

🔄Ensure all software is regularly updated with security patches to prevent exploitation of vulnerabilities by attackers.

📚Provide comprehensive training on safe browsing practices to help employees recognise and report suspicious website activity, reducing the risk of falling victim to watering hole attacks.

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