Fort Worth Businesses: It’s Not Just About Strong Passwords Anymore

You’ve probably heard the advice a thousand times: “Use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication.”

But here’s the thing, hackers aren’t playing by the same rules anymore.

Modern cybercriminals use unexpected and overlooked methods to break into business and personal accounts. If your Fort Worth company relies on Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or other cloud tools, this is especially important to understand.

At Inman Technologies, we’ve seen even tech-savvy businesses fall victim because they weren’t watching these lesser-known attack vectors.

1. Password Spraying

Instead of brute-forcing one account, hackers try one common password (like Welcome123!) across many accounts. It avoids lockouts and works disturbingly well.

🛡️ Our Fix: Enforce strong password policies and block legacy authentication methods across all accounts.

2. Compromised Cookies

Once you log into a site, cookies help keep you logged in. But if attackers steal your session cookie—say, via malware or public Wi-Fi—they can access your account without needing your password at all.

🛡️ Our Fix: Use DNS filtering and endpoint protection that blocks sites known for stealing cookies.

3. Old Browser Extensions

Some browser plugins—especially free or outdated ones—are riddled with vulnerabilities. Hackers exploit these to access your browsing activity or inject malicious scripts.

🛡️ Our Fix: We audit browser extensions across company devices and restrict unapproved installs.

4. Phishing via Search Engines

Yes, hackers are buying ads on Google and Bing for fake login portals. Your employee searches “Microsoft login,” clicks a malicious ad, and enters credentials into a fake page.

🛡️ Our Fix: Secure your DNS and train your employees on spotting phishing—even when it looks “legit.”

5. Forgotten Accounts from Old Tools

Ever signed up for a free trial or used an old tool years ago? Hackers often exploit forgotten, unmonitored accounts—especially if they reused your password.

🛡️ Our Fix: Run dark web scans and conduct regular SaaS audits to detect old accounts tied to your email domain.

6. Fake App Downloads

Your team might unknowingly download malicious versions of popular apps—especially on mobile devices. These fake apps steal credentials or give remote access.

🛡️ Our Fix: Implement mobile device management (MDM) and whitelist only approved business apps.

7. Social Engineering

It’s not always technical. Sometimes it’s as simple as a phone call: “Hi, I’m from IT. Can you confirm your login info?” People want to be helpful—and hackers know it.

🛡️ Our Fix: We run live cybersecurity awareness training to teach teams how to spot and shut down social engineering attempts.

Your Security Is Only as Strong as Your Least Expected Weakness

Cybercriminals no longer just “hack.”

They manipulate, trick, and outsmart people and systems—and it works.

If you’re a Fort Worth business, the cost of a breach can be massive: downtime, data loss, client trust, and regulatory fines.

📞 Protect Your Team From the Unexpected

At Inman Technologies, we specialize in building layered cybersecurity defenses that go beyond antivirus software. Our goal? Keep your business secure from both the obvious and the unexpected threats.

👉 Book a Free Security Assessment

📍 Proudly serving Fort Worth and businesses across Texas.