Microsoft 365 services back online after hours‑long outage
Microsoft resolves a service disruption that affected Office 365, Outlook.com, Teams and other cloud-based services
Archives - September 2020
APT‑C‑23 group evolves its Android spyware
ESET researchers uncover a new version of Android spyware used by the APT-C-23 threat group against targets in the Middle East
FBI, CISA warn of disinformation campaigns about hacked voting systems
Threat actors may spread false claims about compromised voting systems in order to undermine confidence in the electoral process
5 tips for better Google Drive security
As cloud storage solutions are becoming more and more popular, we look at several simple steps you can take to secure your files on Google Drive
Ray‑Ban parent company reportedly suffers major ransomware attack
There is no evidence that cybercriminals were also able to steal customer data
179 arrested in massive dark web bust
The sting is said to be the US Government’s largest operation targeting crime in the internet’s seedy underbelly
New tool helps companies assess why employees click on phishing emails
NIST’s tool can help organizations improve the testing of their employees’ phish-spotting prowess
Mozilla fixes flaw that let attackers hijack Firefox for Android via Wi‑Fi
Attackers could have exploited the flaw to steal victims’ login credentials or install malware on their devices
5 ways cybercriminals can try to extort you
What are some common strategies cybercriminals employ in extortion schemes and how can you mitigate the chances of falling victim to a cyber-shakedown?
Plugging in a random USB drive – What could possibly go wrong?
While wanting to return a found USB flash drive is commendable, you should avoid taking unnecessary risks, lest your device get infested and your data compromised
Emotet strikes Quebec’s Department of Justice: An ESET Analysis
The cyberattack, which affected 14 inboxes belonging to the Department of Justice, was confirmed by ESET researchers
Sports data for ransom – it’s not all just fun and games anymore
Sports and training data are more sophisticated and affordable than ever. With the democratization of (sports) performance data, is your personal information safe?
Zoom makes 2FA available for all its users
Zoom now supports phone calls, text messages and authentication apps as forms of two-factor authentication
Portland passes the strictest facial recognition technology ban yet in the US
Oregon’s largest city aims to be a trailblazer when it comes to facial recognition legislation
Who is calling? CDRThief targets Linux VoIP softswitches
ESET researchers have discovered and analyzed malware that targets Voice over IP (VoIP) softswitches
UK University suffers cyberattack, ransomware gang claims responsibility
The cyber-incident takes most of the university’s systems offline and officials estimate that the institution will take weeks to recover
Lead‑offering business booming as usual!
…but there are no conferences or exhibitions???
TikTok Family Pairing: Curate your children’s content and more
With TikTok being all the rage especially with teens, we look at a feature that gives parents greater control over how their children interact with the app
Microsoft debuts deepfake detection tool
As the US presidential election nears, the company’s new tech should also help assure people that an image or video is authentic
Houseparty – should I stay or should I go now?
What’s the benefit of deleting your Houseparty – or any other unused – account, rather than just uninstalling the app?