Lucas Paus

Lucas Paus

Security Researcher


Education: Systems student at John F. Kennedy University in Argentina. I have two certifications issued by EC-Council as Certified Etical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI). In addition, I did numerous courses and various investigations in the field of computer security and cryptography.

Highlights of your career: Prior to joining ESET Latin America, I developed as a Technical Specialist in an Internet incident response team for seven years.

Position and history at ESET: I work as a Security Researcher for Latin America since January 2015.

What malware do you hate the most? In the past, Win32/Conficker, but I think today would be some ransomware.

Favorite activities: In my spare time I really like to dive. I also like motorbikes and dancing, practicing extreme sports and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).

Golden rule for cyberspace? Common sense. Don't let your session become their session.

When did you get your first computer and what kind was it? It was in 1992, an Intel AT 486 PC. I still have my 51/4 DOS and Windows 3.11 diskettes.

Favorite computer game / activity: I haven't played in a while but I had a lot of fun with friends playing Def Jam: Fight For NY or Age of Empires.


12 articles by Lucas Paus

Cybercrime

The art of digital sleuthing: How digital forensics unlocks the truth

The art of digital sleuthing: How digital forensics unlocks the truth

Cybercrime

The art of digital sleuthing: How digital forensics unlocks the truth

Learn how the cyber variety of CSI works, from sizing up the crime scene and hunting for clues to piecing together the story that the data has to tell

Lucas Paus and Mario Micucci14 Feb 20246 min. read


Secure Coding

IT forensic tools: How to find the right one for each incident

IT forensic tools: How to find the right one for each incident

Secure Coding

IT forensic tools: How to find the right one for each incident

Some online resources that will help you find the most suitable IT forensic tools for each case

Lucas Paus03 Oct 20183 min. read


Wi-Fi or Ethernet: Which is faster and which is safer?

Wi-Fi or Ethernet: Which is faster and which is safer?

Wi-Fi or Ethernet: Which is faster and which is safer?

There is a lot of debate about Wi-Fi speeds and whether they can offer higher potential speeds than a cable connection, but in practice Ethernet connections turn out to be not only faster but also safer.

Lucas Paus02 May 20184 min. read


Digital Security

10 Linux distributions recommended for 2018

10 Linux distributions recommended for 2018

Digital Security

10 Linux distributions recommended for 2018

The new features included all the patches, fixes, and updates to the tools and Kernel that were released over the preceding period, which is no small matter, especially if you use Maltego or SET.

Lucas Paus24 Jan 20185 min. read


Scams

New WhatsApp scam: Netflix free for a year

New WhatsApp scam: Netflix free for a year

Scams

New WhatsApp scam: Netflix free for a year

ESET's Lucas Paus looks at a new WhatsApp scam that is making the rounds. The fraudsters behind it claim that users can get Netflix free for a year.

Lucas Paus12 May 20173 min. read


Digital Security

10 ways to ruin a cybercriminal’s day

10 ways to ruin a cybercriminal’s day

Digital Security

10 ways to ruin a cybercriminal’s day

Technology is affecting our relationships and changing our lives, but are we taking the necessary measures to protect ourselves online? Here's how to outsmart cybercriminals.

Lucas Paus06 Mar 20174 min. read


Digital Security

Wardriving: A digital census of Wi-Fi networks?

Wardriving: A digital census of Wi-Fi networks?

Digital Security

Wardriving: A digital census of Wi-Fi networks?

Are you au fait with wardriving? ESET'S Lucas Paus explains the best ways to survey wireless networks while you're on the move. Hint: avoid free Wi-Fi networks!

Lucas Paus02 Feb 20174 min. read


Scams

Beware new WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”

Beware new WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”

Scams

Beware new WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”

The number of scams spreading through the messaging app WhatsApp keeps on increasing, reports Lucas Paus. And there's already a new one in 2017.

Lucas Paus11 Jan 20172 min. read


Digital Security

10 gadgets every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit

10 gadgets every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit

Digital Security

10 gadgets every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit

Here’s a list of the 10 tools every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit, says ESET's Lucas Paus.

Lucas Paus31 Oct 20164 min. read