The dark web hosts criminal marketplaces where stolen credentials, corporate access, and sensitive business data are bought and sold daily. Houston businesses — particularly those in healthcare, legal, financial services, and energy — are actively traded targets on dark web forums. What Is Sold on the Dark Web? Dark web marketplaces traffic in: compromised credentials … Read more
Supply chain cyberattacks have become one of the most dangerous threats to Houston’s energy sector. Rather than attacking heavily defended energy companies directly, sophisticated threat actors compromise the software vendors, IT service providers, and industrial equipment suppliers that energy companies trust — then use that trusted access to reach their real targets. What Is a … Read more
Billions of username and password combinations stolen in data breaches are available for purchase on dark web markets. Attackers use automated tools to test these stolen credentials against business email systems, VPNs, and cloud applications — a technique called credential stuffing. Houston businesses where employees reuse passwords across personal and business accounts are especially vulnerable. … Read more
Business Email Compromise (BEC) is the highest-grossing cybercrime category in America, costing US businesses over $3 billion annually — and Houston’s business community is a prime target. Unlike ransomware, BEC attacks are quiet, targeted, and devastatingly effective. What Is Business Email Compromise? BEC attacks involve criminals impersonating executives, vendors, or attorneys via email to trick … Read more
Phishing remains the most common cyberattack vector against Houston businesses, accounting for 91% of all security incidents that result in data breaches. The 2025 phishing landscape is more sophisticated, more targeted, and more successful than ever — and most Houston businesses are not adequately protected. By the Numbers: 2025 Phishing Statistics Key phishing statistics Houston … Read more
Houston businesses are facing a record wave of ransomware attacks in 2025. The Houston metropolitan area — with its concentration of energy companies, healthcare organizations, legal firms, and professional services — has become a preferred target for ransomware operators. Understanding the current threat landscape is the first step to defending your business. Who Is Being … Read more
