The EYE-OPENING MGM Attack Case Study

Risky business, in this video we explore the 2023 MGM attack. How a ten minute phone call put the MGM Resorts in the history books for all the wrong reasons.

What really happened at the MGM Grand? In this exclusive members-only episode, Social Engineering Specialist, Chris Howells, breaks down one of the most shocking cyberattacks in recent history—how a 10-minute phone call brought a global resort chain to its knees. From social engineering to ransomware demands, this deep dive reveals the hidden dangers behind the headlines—and how your LinkedIn profile could make you a target.

Independent Fact Check:
MGM Resorts breached by 'Scattered Spider' hackers: sources
https://www.reuters.com/technology/moodys-says-breach-mgm-is-credit-negative-disruption-lingers-2023-09-13/

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This video is a must-watch for business owners, cybersecurity professionals, and anyone curious about how social engineering and digital footprints can lead to multi-million dollar breaches.

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⌚Time Stamps ⌚
00:00:02 Introduction to MGM Grand attack
00:00:13 Social engineering and 10-minute phone call
00:00:28 The two organizations behind the attack
00:00:40 How Scatter Spider collected information
00:01:01 Cyber heist comparison: Oceans 11
00:01:06 MGM’s response and internal payment rumors
00:01:36 The impact on MGM Resorts’ operations
00:02:09 Guest safety concerns during the attack
00:02:48 Information collected from reservations
00:03:22 Risk of targeting high-profile guests and employees