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ESET researchers detected multiple, widespread phishing campaigns targeting SMBs in Poland during May 2024, distributing various malware families
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Beware of fake AI tools masking very real malware threats
Ever attuned to the latest trends, cybercriminals distribute malicious tools that pose as ChatGPT, Midjourney and other generative AI assistants
Telegram for Android hit by a zero-day exploit β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Attackers abusing the EvilVideo vulnerability could share malicious Android payloads via Telegram channels, groups, and chats, all while making them appear as legitimate multimedia files
Building cyber-resilience: Lessons learned from the CrowdStrike incident
Organizations, including those that werenβt struck by the CrowdStrike incident, should resist the temptation to attribute the IT meltdown to exceptional circumstances
The tap-estry of threats targeting Hamster Kombat players
ESET researchers have discovered threats abusing the success of the Hamster Kombat clicker game
Cursed tapes: Exploiting the EvilVideo vulnerability on Telegram for Android
ESET researchers discovered a zero-day Telegram for Android exploit that allows sending malicious files disguised as videos
How a signed driver exposed users to kernel-level threats β Week in Security with Tony Anscombe
A purported ad blocker marketed as a security solution leverages a Microsoft-signed driver that inadvertently exposes victims to dangerous threats
Beyond the blue screen of death: Why software updates matter
The widespread IT outages triggered by a faulty CrowdStrike update have put software updates in the spotlight. Hereβs why you shouldnβt dread them.
The complexities of cybersecurity update processes
If a software update process fails, it can lead to catastrophic consequences, as seen today with widespread blue screens of death blamed on a bad update by CrowdStrike
HotPage: Story of a signed, vulnerable, ad-injecting driver
A study of a sophisticated Chinese browser injector that leaves more doors open!
Small but mighty: Top 5 pocket-sized gadgets to boost your ethical hacking skills
These five formidable bits of kit that can assist cyber-defenders in spotting chinks in corporate armors and help hobbyist hackers deepen their understanding of cybersecurity
Hello, is it me youβre looking for? How scammers get your phone number
Your humble phone number is more valuable than you may think. Hereβs how it could fall into the wrong hands β and how you can help keep it out of the reach of fraudsters.
Should ransomware payments be banned? β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Blanket bans on ransomware payments are a much-debated topic in cybersecurity and policy circles. What are the implications of outlawing the payments, and would the ban be effective?
Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 4)
As security challenges loom large on the IoT landscape, how can we effectively counter the risks of integrating our physical and digital worlds?
5 common Ticketmaster scams: How fraudsters steal the show
Scammers gonna scam scam scam, so before hunting for your tickets to a Taylor Swift gig or other in-demand events, learn how to stop fraudsters from leaving a blank space in your bank account
Social media and teen mental health β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Social media sites are designed to make their users come back for more. Do laws restricting children's exposure to addictive social media feeds have teeth or are they a political gimmick?
No room for error: Donβt get stung by these common Booking.com scams
From sending phishing emails to posting fake listings, hereβs how fraudsters hunt for victims while youβre booking your well-earned vacation
AI in the workplace: The good, the bad, and the algorithmic
While AI can liberate us from tedious tasks and even eliminate human error, it's crucial to remember its weaknesses and the unique capabilities that humans bring to the table
Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware
Hereβs how cybercriminals go after YouTube channels and use them as conduits for fraud β and what you should watch out for when watching videos on the platform
Key trends shaping the threat landscape in H1 2024 β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Learn about the types of threats that 'topped the charts' and the kinds of techniques that bad actors leveraged most commonly in the first half of this year
ESET Threat Report H1 2024
A view of the H1 2024 threat landscape as seen by ESET telemetry and from the perspective of ESET threat detection and research experts
Cyber insurance as part of the cyber threat mitigation strategy
Why organizations of every size and industry should explore their cyber insurance options as a crucial component of their risk mitigation strategies
Buying a VPN? Hereβs what to know and look for
VPNs are not all created equal β make sure to choose the right provider that will help keep your data safe from prying eyes
The long-tail costs of a data breach β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Understanding and preparing for the potential long-tail costs of data breaches is crucial for businesses that aim to mitigate the impact of security incidents
My health information has been stolen. Now what?
As health data continues to be a prized target for hackers, here's how to minimize the fallout from a breach impacting your own health records
Hacktivism is evolving β and that could be bad news for organizations everywhere
Hacktivism is nothing new, but the increasingly fuzzy lines between traditional hacktivism and state-backed operations make it a more potent threat
Preventative defense tactics in the real world
Donβt get hacked in the first place β it costs far less than dealing with the aftermath of a successful attack
How Arid Viper spies on Android users in the Middle East β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
The spyware, called AridSpy by ESET, is distributed through websites that pose as various messaging apps, a job search app, and a Palestinian Civil Registry app
ESET Research Podcast: APT Activity Report Q4 2023βQ1 2024
The I-SOON data leak confirms that this contractor is involved in cyberespionage for China, while Iran-aligned groups step up aggressive tactics following the Hamas-led attack on Israel in 2023
Arid Viper poisons Android apps with AridSpy
ESET researchers discovered Arid Viper espionage campaigns spreading trojanized apps to Android users in Egypt and Palestine
WeLiveSecurity wins Best Cybersecurity Vendor Blog award!
The results of the 2024 European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards are in and the winner of the Best Cybersecurity Vendor Blog is... drumroll, please... WeLiveSecurity!
560 million Ticketmaster customer data for sale? β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Ticketmaster seems to have experienced a data breach, with the ShinyHunters hacker group claiming to have exfiltrated 560 million customer data
The job hunterβs guide: Separating genuine offers from scams
$90,000/year, full home office, and 30 days of paid leave for a junior data analyst β what's not to like? Except that these kinds of job offers are only intended to trick unsuspecting victims into giving up their data.
The murky world of password leaks β and how to check if youβve been hit
Password leaks are increasingly common and figuring out whether the keys to your own kingdom have been exposed might be tricky β unless you know where to look
What happens when facial recognition gets it wrong β Week in security with Tony Anscombe
A facial recognition system misidentifies a woman in London as a shoplifter, igniting fresh concerns over the technology's accuracy and reliability