Cyberattacks targeting finance teams
The police have notified Cifas of an increasing number of cyberattacks targeting organisations’ financial departments.
Appearing to be from a trustworthy contact of the organisation, the attackers send phishing emails claiming to be status updates for invoices in the hope that the victim will click on a link within the email and unknowingly download credential-stealing malware.
What action should you take?
We encourage all of our members and their colleagues to familiarise themselves with our cybersecurity guide - there are helpful tips for individuals receiving emails, as well as sending email, using the telephone and much more.
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Cybersecurity guide
Keep you, and your clients' interests, safe with our cybersecurity guide
And if you suspect a fraud, or other internet crime, remember to report it on the Action Fraud website.
Where a fraud or scam has actually taken place, it should be reported directly to Police Scotland.
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Frauds and scams
Information to help Scottish law firms avoid becoming the victim of fraud or becoming involved in the facilitation of fraud or money laundering.