Among all the threats that we can come across on the network, Phishing attacks are very present. As we know they are used to steal our credentials and passwords. They can put our security and privacy at risk simply through an email, text message or even through social networks. Now, how easy is it to carry out such an attack? How much does everything necessary to carry out a Phishing attack cost ? We are going to talk about it in this article.
Price of a Phishing attack
We echo a report that shows how much a Phishing attack costs . Or rather how much does everything necessary for it cost. That kit, that “material” necessary to steal accounts from other users can be purchased on the Dark Web. There hackers can exchange instruments necessary for this. We are talking about malicious software and everything necessary to steal accounts.
This report has been carried out by the IT security group Group-IB . They have indicated that the price to purchase a kit to carry out Phishing attacks has increased by 149%. On average they have reached $ 304 on the Dark Web. That’s the price those who want to carry out Phishing attacks would have to pay.
However that is the average price. According to this same group, we can find kits to carry out this type of threat from just $ 20 to more than 800. Of course, if we compare it to the previous year, the minimum figure has doubled, since in 2018 it was possible to find kits for 10 dollars.
This may indicate that demand has increased. In fact it is a reality that in recent months there have been increasing attempts at Phishing attacks . This makes more hackers willing to pay for these types of tools to steal users’ passwords and credentials.
However, the price depends mainly on the complexity of the attacks. We can find the simplest ones that are logically the cheapest and also much more complex ones that can also be more successful in achieving the final objective, which are the most expensive.
Phishing attacks, a very present problem
It should be mentioned that Phishing attacks are very present in our day to day . They are attacks that can come through emails, text messages or through social networks. They usually use a hook for the victim to click on a fraudulent link or download a malicious file.
These types of attacks are directed at all types of devices . It does not matter if we use mobile devices or desktops. Nor will it matter the type of operating system we use, since they can all be affected.
Therefore, it is very important that we take measures to avoid being victims of this problem. Common sense is essential, since in most cases victims will have to carry out some action, such as downloading a file or accessing a link.
However, we must also take into account the importance of having security tools and keep the system updated to correct possible vulnerabilities.
We leave you an article with the types of Phishing there are .