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Episode 126: Typosquatting – How and Why It Works and How To Defend Against It

In this episode of The Cyber Threat Perspective, we dive deep into the world of typosquatting, exploring what it entails and how organizations can protect themselves. Join Spencer and Tyler Roberts as they discuss the intricacies of this often-overlooked cyber threat.

  • Definition and examples of typosquatting and its variations.
  • How typosquatting is used in social engineering, phishing, and supply chain attacks.
  • The relevance of typosquatting in targeting software packages and developers.
  • Foundational techniques used in typosquatting, including homograph attacks.
  • Defensive strategies including monitoring, automation, and user awareness to mitigate typosquatting threats.

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