Synthetic Media for “Fun and Profit”
In our last post we explored the process the New York Times went through to determine whether the photos Donald Trump posted of Nicolás Maduro were real. We dug into…
The Pros and Cons of AI Voice Cloning Technology
Voice cloning, powered by artificial intelligence, exemplifies a tool that offers significant benefits while posing severe threats. This technology replicates human voices with remarkable accuracy, often requiring only a short…
Lessons from Retool & Twilio: Social Engineering Exposed
We at vali.now often analyze real-world incidents to highlight risks in social engineering attacks. The 2023 breach at Retool serves as a clear example of how SMS-based phishing can escalate…
How Social Engineering Exploits Human Psychology
We at vali.now often explain to clients that cybersecurity is not just about computers and software. The biggest threats frequently come from how people can be tricked. What is Social…
Understanding Deepfakes: Risks and Detection Strategies
In the evolving landscape of information security, deepfakes represent a sophisticated challenge that blurs the line between reality and fabrication. At vali.now, we closely monitor these AI-driven manipulations, which can…
15 Warning Signs of Phishing Emails and Scams
How to spot phishing emails, texts, calls and fake websites — and what to do about them At vali.now we analyse many emails every week, and the same patterns appear…
The Human Factor: Why People Remain the Weakest Link in Cybersecurity
In an era where cyber threats evolve faster than ever, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are fortifying their digital defenses with cutting-edge tools, robust firewalls, and advanced encryption. Yet, despite…
Essential Cybersecurity Strategies for Small Businesses
In an era where digital operations define success, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly finding themselves in the crosshairs of sophisticated cyber adversaries. Recent trends reveal a stark reality:…
The Contagious Interview
As a developer you generally think that you’re a pretty smart person and that you’re never going to fall for one of these “dumb” social engineering schemes. The contagious interview…
7 Privacy Settings You Should Fix Now
You think you’re private. You’ve turned off a few toggles, maybe even paid for “premium privacy.” Yet every week we see another wave of leaked chats, exposed locations, or resurrected…