Our readers’ favorites from 2023

Every December, we have a tradition of dedicating one blog post to some of the content that readers have found most compelling throughout the year on Journey Notes. Whether that’s the latest research or any developing news in the cybersecurity industry, we’ve covered it all. So, as we bid farewell to 2023, let’s take a look at what topics/posts caught the attention of our readers this year:

Threat Spotlight

Every month, Barracuda publishes a Threat Spotlight. Threat Spotlight blogs are a collection of pieces that draw upon Barracuda research to highlight the increasing risk of different security attacks. A few notable ones from 2023 include:

• Threat Spotlight: Reported ransomware attacks double as AI tactics take hold
• Threat Spotlight: How attackers use inbox rules to evade detection after compromise

Research

• Report: 2023 spear-phishing trends
• Quishing: What you need to know about QR code email attacks (This one’s a personal favorite given today’s QR-driven world.)
• Barracuda XDR insights: How AI learns your patterns to protect you

Email Protection

• Stay ahead of attackers trying to capitalize on recent bank failures

Coverage of cybercriminals targeting bank customers through SMS and email scams after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in March 2023.

• URL manipulation techniques: Punycode, typosquatting, and more

A popular pick by our audience on URL manipulation-based email attacks.

• The real cost of a major email-borne attack

A blog that analyzes the costs of email-based attacks and how prepared organizations are when it comes to different email threats.

Ransomware

• Repeat ransomware attacks: What’s putting victims at risk?
• 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy gets aggressive on ransomware

Barracuda Events

• From portfolio to platform: Barracuda turns 20
• Everything you need to know about the 2023 Barracuda Championship

Classics that continue to be favorites from previous years

• The business risks of using personal email accounts
• Ham v Spam: What’s the difference?

Thank you for investing time in reading our blog this year, and we hope that you gained valuable knowledge and information regarding different cybersecurity topics. We look forward to bringing you more insightful content in 2024, and we wish you a safe and happy holiday!