Field notes: BEC & fraud
BEC & fraud posts
Gift Card Fraud: The BEC Cash-Out Method Behind Over Half of All Reported Cases
Gift card fraud is a leading Business Email Compromise (BEC) cash-out method, exploiting employee trust, executive impersonation, and urgency to steal funds.
Account Takeover BEC: Why Attacks From Real Compromised Inboxes Have a 5-Day Dwell Time
Account takeover (ATO) attacks can remain active for days before detection, enabling Business Email Compromise (BEC), lateral movement, and financial fraud.
Vendor Email Compromise: Inside the 67% Surge in Invoice Fraud and Thread Hijacking
VEC surged 67% in 2025. Attackers sit inside your vendor's real inbox and wait for the right invoice moment. See how thread hijacking works — and what stops it.
Whaling Attacks in 2026: Why C-Suite Targeting Is the New Entry Point for AiTM Chains
Whaling used to mean one fraudulent wire transfer. Now it's usually the opening move — a way in. Compromise one executive's identity and you can defeat MFA, sit in on a video call as someone you're not
Vendor Email Compromise: The BEC Attack That Passes Every Check
In Vendor Email Compromise the attacker does not spoof your vendor — they become them. Real domain. Real sending history. Real relationship. Complete guide: how VEC works, why it defeats every detection layer, and what catches it.
Preventing Invoice Fraud with AI: A Manufacturing Sector Guide
Prevent invoice fraud in manufacturing with AI-driven detection, automated PO matching, and secure AP workflows—stop fake invoices and protect cash flow.
The Complete Guide to Business Email Compromise (BEC) Attacks in 2026
BEC attacks are a major threat, using social engineering and email spoofing to trick employees into unauthorized transactions or disclosing sensitive data.
Top 5 Industries Most Vulnerable to Business Email Compromise Attacks in 2026
Identify the top 5 industries most vulnerable to Business Email Compromise (BEC), including Finance, Healthcare, and Supply Chain. Attackers exploit vendor impersonation and high-value wire transfers—and how StrongestLayer’s AI defense secures them.
The Silent Epidemic of AI-Powered Financial Scam Networks: How Fraudsters Are Weaponizing Technology
AI-powered scam networks are transforming online fraud in the financial sector. Discover how cybercriminals use LLMs, fake websites, and rapid replication to deceive and evade traditional security defenses.
What Should US Based Enterprises Assess When Choosing the Best BEC Solution for the AI Era
AI-driven Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks are rising in the U.S., heightening financial loss risks. These attacks target executives and finance teams.
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