New phishing sites and accounts are created every 11 seconds

Fake domains are a persistent issue, with cybercriminals creating lookalike websites to deceive customers and steal sensitive data. These sites often mimic legitimate brand pages, using typosquatted URLs or phishing pages to exploit unsuspecting users, leading to trust erosion and potential financial loss.

Social media platforms are prime targets for impersonation, with scammers creating fake accounts to mimic brands, executives, or influencers. These accounts promote phishing schemes, share malicious links, or advertise fake promotions, causing reputational damage and confusing customers. Platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Telegram are frequently exploited.

Fraudulent job listings on platforms like LinkedIn or Indeed pose significant threats to both brands and job seekers. These scams impersonate legitimate companies to collect sensitive personal information, spread phishing attacks, or steal identities, undermining trust in the company being impersonated.

Paid advertisements are often misused by scammers to impersonate brands and redirect traffic to malicious websites. Fraudulent ads exploit brand names and logos, tricking users with fake offers or promotions. This not only diverts potential revenue but also damages the credibility of the brand.

Messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Slack have become channels for impersonators to target employees and customers. Scammers often pose as executives, customer service representatives, or partners to spread phishing links, request sensitive information, or carry out financial fraud, exploiting the trust placed in these communications.