Modern-Day Train Robbers: How Cybercriminals Are Hijacking the Supply Chain

Cybercriminals continue to leverage phishing campaigns—but these aren’t just about stolen passwords anymore. Increasingly, attackers are spoofing company emails and exploiting logistics systems to intercept valuable cargo.

Once they win fraudulent bids or create fake drop-off locations, the stolen goods are often resold overseas, leaving businesses and carriers footing the bill. The National Insurance Crime Bureau estimates that cargo theft costs $34 billion annually in the U.S. alone.

“Cyber-enabled theft is one of the most common forms of cargo theft and relies on social engineering and a knowledge of how the trucking and transportation industries work,” notes Proofpoint. “Digitization of supply chains has created new vulnerabilities that organized theft groups now exploit using sophisticated and evolving cyber capabilities.”

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for cybersecurity, but there are best-in-class tools that can strengthen your defense. For many organizations, simply layering the right solutions can drastically reduce exposure to the types of attacks already plaguing the logistics sector.

For a deeper technical look at this issue, read the full article from Proofpoint here: Remote Access, Real Cargo: Cybercriminals Targeting Trucking and Logistics

While this research comes from Proofpoint, there are many reliable email gateway vendors available. My role is to help you find the right-sized tools for your organization.

Starting in early 2026, I’ll be taking on new clients and offering complimentary, non-invasive security audits to identify vulnerabilities and reduce the impact of malicious actors within your infrastructure.

As supply chains evolve, so must your security posture.