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The big catch: How whaling attacks target top executives
December 9, 2025 · WeLiveSecurity · Severity: MEDIUM
Is your organization’s senior leadership vulnerable to a cyber-harpooning? Learn how to keep them safe.
Key Takeaways
- ESET explains how whaling attacks target top executives and asks whether senior leadership is vulnerable to cyber-harpooning.
- Executive-level targets offer attackers high-value access to organizational resources, financial systems, and sensitive company information.
- Organizations should train executives on spear-phishing risks and implement controls to protect leadership accounts and data.