Phishing fraudsters target global companies for an estimated €3 million

The BBC has posted a story about a major phishing scam which has targeted the global carbon market. An estimated 250,000 permits worth around €3 million have been stolen this week forcing emissions trading registries in several EU countries to close on Tuesday.

Up until now phishing scams have been more commonly associated with consumers but criminals are increasingly turning to the private sector.

Businesses need to get serious about training staff on the risks of phishing attacks. There is a natural tendency for workers to click without thinking when using a work computer and this scam has brought home the very real risks.

Dominic Cook

February 4, 2010 | Filed Under Insider, Phishing, cyber-crime, security 

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