Security Bulletin: Steps you should take to fix a Java SE security risk on your computer
Steps you should take to fix a Java SE security risk on your computer, a message from Oracle, broadcast by ESET, as requested by the FTC.
Archives - April 2016
Cybercriminals ‘increasingly relying upon ransomware’
Ransomware is being increasingly relied upon in cyberattacks, according to Verizon’s latest Data Breach Investigations Report.
Ransomware is everywhere, but even black hats make mistakes
Ransomware is everywhere. At least that might be the impression left by a seemingly endless stream of news reports on recent cyberattacks, reports ESET's Ondrej Kubovič.
Say goodbye to cyber stresses in the workplace
On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, we’ve put together a brief guide on potential cyber stresses to avoid in the workplace.
Malware found at a German nuclear power plant
Malware has been found on a computer at Gundremmingen nuclear power plant in Germany, it has been revealed. RWE states that it is not considered a threat as the infected computer is not connected to the internet.
Malware ‘used as part of a wider toolkit’ in Bangladesh Bank attack
Malware used by cybercriminals to carry out one of the biggest cyberheists in history is thought to have been “part of a wider attack toolkit”, according to a BAE Systems’ security researcher.
The perimeter is everywhere (so where is your data really?)
It’s hard to protect what you don’t understand. It’s also hard to protect data if you don’t know where it is. ESET's Cameron Camp looks explores the challenges of data security.
Companies fear data breaches caused by compromised credentials
Two thirds of security professionals rate the risk of a future data breach, due to compromised credentials, as medium or high.
Ransomware and the Internet of Things
A report from the Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology warns that ransomware could be hitting more than just your regular computer in future...
BeautifulPeople.com experiences data breach: 1m affected
The personal data of around 1.1 million people could be sold off on the black market after BeautifulPeople.com experiences data breach.
Insider threats: A persistent and widespread problem
In this feature, we take a look at some of the key things you should be aware of to ensure that you are well-equipped to deal with insider threats.
Data privacy and data protection: US law and legislation white paper
This white paper on data privacy and data protection law and legislation in the US should prove to be a handy reference during ongoing privacy debates.
The security review: Dorkbot, encryption and buildings
Welcome to this week’s security review, which includes Dorkbot, the importance of encryption and how buildings are at threat of cyberattacks.
SMS phishing attackers continue to pursue Apple users
You would be wrong to think that this is just an attempt by the criminals to steal your Apple ID password - bad as that would be. It's much worse than that.
Two-factor authentication coming to PlayStation Network
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is to be added to the PlayStation Network, offering members even greater security.
Australian government spends $230m on new cybercrime strategy
The Australian government has set aside $230 million in a new cybercrime strategy with a five-pronged plan of action.
Encrypt – or face a huge fine
The ICO, the UK’s independent authority that oversees data privacy, recently released a new guidance on encryption best practices. The key message - encrypt or face a big fine.
Dorkbot: 5 years since detection
In the half-decade that has lapsed since Dorkbot was first identified, millions of innocent victims, going about their everyday business, have been affected in over 190 countries. It has, quite literally, wormed its malicious way into computer systems throughout the world.
Buildings at risk of cyberattacks
Buildings are increasingly susceptible to cyberattacks, with the Internet of Things presenting cybercriminals with new opportunities to exploit.
Cybercriminals could access calls and texts using just your phone number
Your phone number holds the key that could give cybercriminals access to your location, phone calls and texts, according to a news report.