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🛠️ Top Digital Forensics Tools Every Security Team Must Know 🛠️
Digital forensics is the frontline in stopping cyber fraud and social engineering attacks.
⏳ Fast analysis means faster breach detection and response.
Here are essential cheat sheets and references that cut investigation time dramatically:
📄 APFS File System Format Reference Sheet – https://assets.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt36c2e63521272fdc/blt61c336e02577e733/5eb0940e248a28605479ccf0/FOR518_APFS_CheatSheet_012020.pdf
⚡ EZ Tools Cheat Sheet – https://www.sans.org/posters/eric-zimmerman-tools-cheat-sheet/
🚀 EZ Tools – Results in Seconds at the Command Line – https://www.sans.org/posters/eric-zimmermans-results-in-seconds-at-the-command-line-poster/
🔍 FOR500 Windows Forensic Analysis – https://www.sans.org/posters/windows-forensic-analysis/
🕵️♂️ FOR508 Hunt Evil Windows Host Normal Behavior – https://www.sans.org/posters/hunt-evil/
🧠 FOR526 Memory Forensics Analysis – https://www.sans.org/posters/dfir-memory-forensics/
🌐 FOR572 Network Forensics and Analysis – https://www.sans.org/posters/network-forensics-poster/
📱 FOR585 Smartphone Forensics (Android, iOS, Interactive) – https://digital-forensics.sans.org/media/DFIR_FOR585_Digital_Poster.pdf?_ga=2.220159129.1694995964.1606443208-2142145849.1569879967
🧰 SIFT & REMnux Linux Toolkits – https://www.sans.org/posters/sift-remnux-poster/
Master these references and toolkits to gain the upper hand against attackers.
🔐 At AUMINT.io, we build simulations that leverage forensic intel for real-world attack readiness.
📞 Ready to empower your team with forensic expertise and cut investigation time? Let’s connect!
#DigitalForensics #CyberSecurity #IncidentResponse #ThreatHunting #AUMINTio #CISO #SOC #DFIR #CyberAwareness
🚨 Top Dark Web Resources Every Security Pro Should Bookmark 🚨
Dark web research is no longer optional – it’s essential.
🔍 Threat actors use hidden sites to trade stolen data and launch social engineering attacks.
Here are must-know darknet links that expose where hackers gather intel:
🕵️♂️ DNM Bible V2 (Onion Link) – http://dreadytofatroptsdj6io7l3xptbet6onoyno2yv7jicoxknyazubrad.onion/bible.zip
🕵️♂️ DNM Bible V2 Live (Onion Link) – http://biblemeowimkh3utujmhm6oh2oeb3ubjw2lpgeq3lahrfr2l6ev6zgyd.onion/
🦉 Owledge (Onion Link) – http://owlzyj4to3l5daq6edgsgp5z4lh4tzlnms4z6jv6xdtkily77j4b3byd.onion
📦 Security in-a-box (Onion Link) – http://lxjacvxrozjlxd7pqced7dyefnbityrwqjosuuaqponlg3v7esifrzad.onion/en/
🌐 The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Online Anonymity – https://anonymousplanet-ng.org/guide.html
💰 XMRGuide (Onion Link) – http://xmrguide25ibknxgaray5rqksrclddxqku3ggdcnzg4ogdi5qkdkd2yd.onion/
🧩 I2P Search (Onion Link) – http://i2poulge3qyo33q4uazlda367okpkczn4rno2vjfetawoghciae6ygad.onion/
🔎 Dig Deeper (I2P) – http://kbbd6h7kg32va4indf7efc4rhdfet6zm7466fntzgc634va3k2pa.b32.i2p/
🔎 Dig Deeper (2) – http://dgnwtz36mhiro5rs36n7r5mxs2srzvhaaui5hfuceiy2nehhe2ha.b32.i2p/
⚠️ Dread (I2P Forum) – http://dreadtoobigdsrxg4yfspcyjr3k6675vftyco5pyb7wg4pr4dwjq.b32.i2p/
Knowledge is power. Understanding these sources gives your security team a real edge against fraudsters.
🔐 At AUMINT.io, we integrate darknet intel into social engineering simulations, making training razor-sharp and relevant.
📞 Want to strengthen your defenses with cutting-edge threat data? Reach out to us today.
#CyberSecurity #DarkWeb #SocialEngineering #FraudPrevention #ThreatIntel #AUMINTio #CISO #SecurityOps #CyberAwareness
76% of Android Apps Can Be Hacked With This 6-Second Trick – Why CISOs Should Care
⚠️ 76% of Android Apps Can Be Hacked – Here’s How
🔍 A zero-permission app can hijack your taps, steal data, and even wipe your device. No overlays. No alerts. No chance to notice.
🔥 This is TapTrap – an animation-driven attack that works on Android 15, bypassing all current defenses.
✔ Exploits a 6-second attack window caused by a system flaw.
✔ Grants camera, location, and notification access without consent.
✔ Escalates to device admin for full control.
✔ Extends to web clickjacking, compromising browsers and MFA flows.
📊 Our findings:
✅ 99,705 apps analyzed
✅ 76.3% vulnerable
✅ 100% of users in our study failed to detect it
Enterprise takeaway? This is a CISO issue. A single compromised phone can leak sensitive data, expose authentication codes, and break compliance.
👉 Want to see how this works and what defenses actually stop it?
Book your free TapTrap security briefing today.
#CyberSecurity #Android #MobileSecurity #CISO #CTO #RiskManagement
Android 15 Is Still Vulnerable – How TapTrap Bypasses Every Defense
🚨 Android 15 Still Exposed – The Attack Nobody Saw Coming
⚠️ Imagine a zero-permission app silently hijacking your taps. No overlays. No SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW. No warnings.
📱 This is TapTrap – a groundbreaking attack that bypasses every Android tapjacking defense using UI animations instead of overlays.
💥 Here’s what makes it terrifying:
✅ Works on Android 15 – the latest version
✅ Grants camera, location, and notification access without you noticing
✅ Can escalate to full device wipe or browser-based clickjacking
✅ Exploits a flaw that doubles the attack window to 6 seconds
📊 We analyzed 99,705 Play Store apps:
✔ 76.3% are vulnerable
✔ User study: 100% of participants failed to spot it
🔍 Security indicators? Easily masked. Privacy Dashboard? Doesn’t show the malicious app.
If you manage mobile security for your org, this is a wake-up call. A single compromised device can leak corporate data, break MFA, and open doors for phishing.
Ready to see how this attack works and how to defend before it hits your business?
Book a free TapTrap security briefing now.
#CyberSecurity #Android #MobileSecurity #CISOs #CTOs #RiskManagement #AppSec
New Phishing Attack Uses DWP Impersonation to Steal Credit Card Data – How to Protect Yourself and Your Organization
⚠️ New Phishing Scam Targets Users by Posing as DWP
A fresh wave of phishing attacks is tricking victims with highly convincing messages pretending to be from the UK’s Department for Work and Pensions.
🚨 The scam aims to steal credit card details by exploiting trust in official institutions and using professional branding to appear legitimate.
🔍 Recognizing urgent requests for financial data and suspicious links is vital but challenging due to the scam’s sophistication.
🛡️ Traditional filters aren’t enough; ongoing, realistic social engineering training is critical to keep your defenses strong.
AUMINT Trident simulates real phishing attacks tailored to your business, preparing employees to spot and stop fraud in its tracks.
Stay ahead of evolving threats before they hit your organization.
Schedule your AUMINT demo today
#Phishing #CyberSecurity #SocialEngineering #FraudPrevention #AUMINT #SecurityAwareness #CISO
Japan’s Cyber Crisis: What Global Enterprises Must Learn From These Targeted Attacks
🧠 Japan’s Cyber Attacks Are a Warning Shot
📌 Over 80% of attacks on Japanese firms in 2024 were targeted – not random.
🎯 Cybercriminals are studying org charts, mimicking voices, cloning emails – and going after the humans in your company, not just the tech.
🔍 One firm was infiltrated through deepfaked Zoom calls + spoofed executive emails. Result? Millions lost in just days.
🔥 Why Japan? Because high-trust business cultures are ripe for social engineering.
That includes YOU – if you’re in EU, UK, or US markets.
📉 This isn’t just a Japan problem. These tactics are already crossing continents – and they work.
🔐 AUMINT.io helps security leaders stay ahead with real-world simulations, tailored training, and human-layer threat detection.
💥 Ready to know if your org would fall for one of these?
Book a quick intro call here
#CISOs #CTOs #CyberSecurity #ExecutiveProtection #SocialEngineering #Infosec #SecurityAwareness #FraudPrevention
When Corporate Compliance Fails: The Hidden Risks of Retaining Benefits from Criminal Conduct
🚨 Corporate Compliance Alert: Retaining Criminal Gains Risks Everything
A company and its director in Singapore were charged for holding benefits tied to criminal conduct, highlighting a growing risk few organizations fully grasp.
⚠️ Fraudsters blend illicit gains into everyday business, making detection tough without ongoing vigilance.
🔍 The threat is not just external – insiders can unintentionally or knowingly facilitate these risks.
🧠 Behavioral analytics and social engineering training are critical tools to identify and mitigate these hidden dangers.
🛡️ AUMINT Trident simulates realistic attack scenarios and tracks workforce vulnerabilities in real time, giving you a proactive defense.
Protect your company’s integrity before risk turns into costly consequences.
Schedule your AUMINT demo today
#CorporateCompliance #InsiderThreats #SocialEngineering #FraudPrevention #AUMINT #RiskManagement #CISO
SquidLoader Malware Strikes: What Every CISO Should Know About This Emerging Threat
🔒 Malware You’ll Never See Coming Is Already Here
🧠 AI-level obfuscation.
🐙 Modular payloads.
💼 Targets finance and ops teams.
Meet SquidLoader – a malware threat so stealthy, even advanced SOC teams struggle to spot it.
👀 Attackers are dropping SquidLoader via legitimate-looking documents. One click, and you’re compromised.
💣 Once inside, it adapts – loading payloads, evading detection, and exploiting users who were never trained for this level of sophistication.
📉 Here’s the twist: most awareness programs train employees for outdated scams.
📈 SquidLoader-style attacks mimic real-world business scenarios with layered deception.
🧪 At AUMINT.io, we simulate advanced threats like these with Trident – our platform that turns employee behavior into predictive defense.
📊 You can now benchmark your team’s response against modern threat vectors like SquidLoader.
⏳ The window for passive awareness training is closing. Fast.
💡 Curious how your team would respond to this attack?
Book a free simulation consult
#CyberSecurity #InfoSec #CISOs #SOCteams #FraudPrevention #SocialEngineering #MalwareThreats #AUMINT
When Labor Disputes Turn Risky: How British Airways’ Lockout Reveals Hidden Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities
⚠️ British Airways Lockout Exposes Hidden Insider Risks
Labor disputes don’t just disrupt operations – they increase your organization’s cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
🔍 Disgruntled or sidelined employees can be targeted or manipulated through social engineering, escalating insider threats.
🧠 Cybersecurity must factor in human dynamics, especially during tense workplace situations.
❗ Technology alone isn’t enough; behavioral insights and social engineering training are critical defenses.
🛡️ AUMINT Trident simulates real-world insider threat scenarios and identifies workforce vulnerabilities in real time.
Protect your organization from risks emerging within.
Book your AUMINT demo now
#CyberSecurity #InsiderThreat #SocialEngineering #HumanRisk #AUMINT #CISO #SecurityAwareness
Hackers Are Now Hiding JavaScript in SVGs – Here’s Why That’s a Big Deal
🖼️ Attackers Are Now Hiding Code in Images
⚠️ SVG files – once harmless – are now the perfect weapon for hackers.
💣 They’re using them to smuggle JavaScript directly into your browser.
🧠 The code is obfuscated, undetected by filters, and triggered automatically when the SVG loads.
🔒 Antivirus? Email filters? Many won’t even blink – it looks like an image.
🔥 But it’s a trap – and your users won’t know until it’s too late.
🔁 Redirects, credential theft, and deeper payloads are now just a click away – disguised as a logo, button, or banner.
📉 The biggest danger? Most security teams aren’t testing for this.
That’s why AUMINT Trident now includes real-world SVG lures in our simulated phishing and awareness platform – so your team doesn’t learn the hard way.
🎯 We’re not just teaching theory – we’re replicating the exact tactics attackers use.
Want to see it live?
👉 Book Your Private AUMINT Demo
#CyberSecurity #CISOs #CTOs #EmailSecurity #SOC #CyberAwareness #SVGExploits #SocialEngineering #SecurityAwareness #CyberThreats2025 #InfoSec
Phishing Attacks Engineered to Outsmart Your Secure Email Gateway
⚠️ Phishing Emails That Outsmart Your Security Systems
Phishing attacks aren’t random anymore – they’re carefully engineered to bypass secure email gateways.
🔍 Attackers manipulate headers, hide payloads, and mimic trusted contacts to evade detection.
🧠 These emails exploit human psychology – urgency, authority, and curiosity – to trick even vigilant users.
❗ Technology alone can’t stop these advanced threats; the human factor remains the weakest link.
🛡️ AUMINT Trident simulates the latest phishing tactics and pinpoints workforce vulnerabilities in real time.
Ready to stop phishing attacks before they start?
Book a free demo now
#CyberSecurity #PhishingPrevention #SocialEngineering #HumanRisk #AUMINT #CISO #SecurityAwareness
Ransomware’s New Era: Why Smart CISOs Are Rewriting Their Budgets in 2025
🧠 Ransomware Budgets Are Up – But Are You Spending Smart?
💣 CISOs are increasing ransomware budgets – but here’s the twist:
Most of that money still goes toward old-school defenses that attackers already know how to bypass.
🔍 Meanwhile, cybercriminals are skipping firewalls and going straight for your team – using AI-powered social engineering, deepfake calls, and vendor impersonation to walk into your network.
🧩 The real question in 2025 isn’t how much you’re spending – it’s what you’re investing in.
📊 Smart orgs are focusing budgets on human-layer defense:
Continuous phishing simulations
Real-time employee risk dashboards
Personalized training based on attack patterns
💡 Because ransomware doesn’t breach your tech – it breaches your people.
🚀 That’s where AUMINT Trident comes in.
Our platform gives CISOs live insight into human attack surfaces – and how to lock them down before real attackers find them.
🔗 Book a free AUMINT intro call – and see how fast you can upgrade your ransomware resilience.
#CyberSecurity #CISOs #Infosec #FraudPrevention #HumanRisk #SocialEngineering #SecurityAwareness #AUMINT #Trident #ITSecurity #SOC #Ransomware #BudgetStrategy