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Mid East Info
13-02-2025
- Mid East Info
Love Gone Phishy: Check Point Research Exposes Valentine's Day Cyber Threats
Key Findings In January 2025, we observed over 18,000 new Valentine's/Love-related websites, marking a 5% increase compared to the previous month Of these, 1 in 72 newly registered websites were identified as malicious or risky Specifically focusing on Valentine's-related websites, there was a 123% increase in newly registered websites in the past month, which aligns with trends seen in previous years (see visual below) Example of email campaign In late January, Check Point Research (CPR) uncovered a phishing email campaign targeting consumers with a fraudulent offer to win a 'Valentine basket.' The emails, which featured the subject line 'You won … Valentine basket,' were nearly identical, differing only in the store name. Each message encouraged recipients to answer a few questions in exchange for a basket, displaying the same enticing image across all emails. The attackers attempted to lure victims into clicking malicious links, falsely promising the reward. These links have also been flagged as phishing by many security engines and were likely designed to steal personal and payment information. Examples of emails from the same phishing campaign impersonating popular brands such as Costco, 1-800 Flowers, and Walmart Unloving A Phishing Attempt Avoid Engaging with the Email: Never interact with a suspected phishing message. If an email contains an unfamiliar link, unexpected attachment, or requests a response, refrain from clicking, opening, or replying. Remove the Email After Reporting: Once reported, delete the suspicious email from your inbox to prevent accidental interaction in the future. Never share your credentials: Credential theft is a common goal of cyberattacks. Many people reuse the same usernames and passwords across many different accounts, so stealing the credentials for a single account is likely to give an attacker access to a number of the user's online accounts. As a result, phishing attacks are designed to steal login credentials in various ways Beware of too good to be true buying offers: as they are really too good and not true… An 80% discount on a new iPhone or an item of jewelry is usually not a reliable or trustworthy purchase opportunity. Always verify you are ordering online from an authentic source: Do NOT click on promotional links in emails, instead Google your desired retailer and click the link from the Google results page. Defending Against Phishing Attacks Phishing remains one of the most prevalent cyber threats due to its simplicity and high success rate. While staying informed about phishing tactics and best practices is essential, advanced security solutions can help detect and prevent these threats before they cause harm. Check Point Harmony Email & Collaboration Suite Security offers comprehensive protection for Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and collaboration platforms, safeguarding users from phishing, malware, and other email-based threats.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Things to do around Tuscaloosa for Feb. 13-19
This week in West Alabama, Feb. 13-19, "Chicago" continues its run at the ACT; the Tuscaloosa Symphony performs its "Dances and Dreams," with soloist Ozzy Molina; a free Dance Alabama show at the Bama Theatre; "The Odd Couple" in UA's Allen Bales Theatre; some Valentine's-related events, and more. MUSIC THURSDAY Lee Brice, Rebecca Lynn Howard: 8 p.m., Alabama Theatre 1817 Third Ave. N., Birmingham. Tickets, $32 and up, through FRIDAY Thad Saajid: 7-10 p.m., The Sanctuary on 25th, 1710 25th Ave., Tuscaloosa. Birkenhëd: 9 p.m., Big Al's Backstreet Lounge, 2108 14th Ave., Tuscaloosa. SATURDAY The Mojo: Valentine's dance, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moose Lodge, 221 25th Ave. N.E., Tuscaloosa. Tickets, $25, Venmo at gsdavismooselodge. Doors at 7, music at 7:30. Members and non-members welcome. Bar will be open, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. Braxton Keith: 8 p.m., $23, Druid City Music Hall, 1307 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa. Marc Broussard: 8 p.m. Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. N., Birmingham. Tickets, $35 and up, through Mary J. Blige, Mario and Ne-Yo: 7 p.m., BJCC Arena, Birmingham. Tickets, $65 and up, through SUNDAY Ham Bagby and The Siege, concert film taping: 7 p.m., The Nick, $5 cover, or $7 for a year-long Nick membership card. Ian: may be sold out, call ahead, 8 p.m., Druid City Music Hall, 1307 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa. Drew and Ellie Holcomb: 8 p.m. Alabama Theatre, 1817 Third Ave. N., Birmingham. Tickets, $26 and up, through SUNDAY Maestro Loves Harlem: 2:30 p.m., Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. N., Birmingham. Tickets, $40 general, $20 student, through Birmingham Music Club, MONDAY "Dances and Dreams": Tuscaloosa Symphony Orchestra concert, 7 p.m., Moody Concert Hall, UA campus. Osiris "Ozzy" Molina will be featured soloist, on Mozart's "Clarinet Concerto in A Major, K. 622." Also on the program will be John Adams' "The Chairman Dances — Foxtrot for Orchestra," from "Nixon in China," and Antonín Dvořák's "Symphony No. 7 in D minor, op. 70. Single tickets $30 and $40, depending on seating. Students admitted free. LOCAL EVENTS THURSDAY-SUNDAY "Chicago": Kander and Ebb musical performed by the Actor's Charitable Theatre, 3801 Alabama Ave. NE. Tickets $20 general, $18 seniors and students. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, with 2 p.m. matinees Saturday and Sunday. "Six The Musical": National touring company, resented by Broadway in Birmingham, BJCC Concert Hall. Tickets, $62 and up, through THURSDAY Galentine's Event: 6-7:45 p.m., Heritage House Riverfront, 2370 Jack Warner Parkway. Tickets, $45, include cookie decorating, Valentine's dessert, and dinner of creamy chicken fettucine alfredo, almond-infused green beans, yeast rolls and drink. FRIDAY "Cupid's Cabaret": 7-10 p.m., The Haven, 2515 Sixth Ave. S., Birmingham. Tickets, $35 and up, through Tuscaloosa-born The Pink Box Burlesque, with Dr. Warren Ertle's Corpse Revivers, and the burlesque's house band the Prize Inside performing music and other performances inspired by the Roaring '20s. VIP tables available for $150 (seating up to four) and $300 (seating up to 8). VIP tickets also come with drink tickets, cocktail service and more. Mr. Chen's Valentine's Day comedy show: 9 p.m., hosted by Stand-Up Tuscaloosa, 514 14th St., Parkview Plaza, Tuscaloosa. More: Harmony synthesizes disparate parts into a complete, beautiful whole | MARK HUGHES COBB SATURDAY "Sick Moves": 7 p.m., free, Bama Theatre. One-night-only performance by UA's Dance Alabama. "The Life and Legacy of Sam S. May": Opening reception for exhibit, 1-3 p.m., free admission, with light refreshments, Gorgas House Museum, UA campus. May was a janitor at UA from 1911-1941, studying and conducting research in chemistry during his breaks, and after hours. Known to students as Dr. Sam, and "Tuscaloosa's little (George Washington) Carver," he received national attention for his work. After his death in '41, he received honors including a funeral at UA, a bronze plaque placed in Lloyd Hall by students in 1943, and implementation of the Sam S. May Commitment to Service Award in 2000. "Casablanca" (1943): Showing at 7 p.m., $13, Alabama Theatre, 1817 Third Ave. N., Birmingham. MONDAY Open-mic comedy: 8 p.m., Black Warrior Brewing Co., 2216 University Blvd., downtown Tuscaloosa. Signup at 7:30. MONDAY-FEB. 23 Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple": Performed by UA Theatre and Dance, Allen Bales Theatre, Rowand-Johnson Hall, UA campus. Tickets $15 general, seniors, UA faculty and staff; $12 students, through Performances at 7:30 p.m. Monday through Feb. 22, closing with a 2 p.m. matinee Sunday Feb. 23. WEDNESDAY Jim Gaffigan: 7 p.m., BJCC Concert Hall, Birmingham. Tickets, $35 and up, through Sam Morrill: 7 p.m. Lyric Theatre, 1800 Third Ave. N., Birmingham. Tickets, $21 and up, through UPCOMING FEB. 21: Pink Box Burlesque's "Encore," 7-10:30 p.m., Nocturnal Tavern, 2209 Fourth St, No. 11. APRIL 11: Theo Von, 8 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater, 2710 Jack Warner Parkway, Tuscaloosa. Tickets for $91.50, $67, $47, $37, $27 (not including fees and taxes) on sale through Ticketmaster, or at the Amphitheater box office. JUNE 24: Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band, Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater, 2710 Jack Warner Parkway, Tuscaloosa. Tickets for $128.75, $93.25, $63.25, $53.25, and $38.75 (not including fees and taxes) on sale through Ticketmaster, or at the Amphitheater box office. This article originally appeared on The Tuscaloosa News: Things to do around Tuscaloosa for Feb.13-19
