5 top tips on buying online in a safe and secure way
The world wide web has made shopping an altogether more pleasant, cost-effective and user-friendly experience. However, buying online has its risks. Here are five top tips to stay safe and secure.
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Walgreens ‘halts’ Theranos partnership following WSJ technology expose
The fallout from a Wall Street Journal technology expose that claims Theranos has been less than transparent over its blood tests continues with Walgreens putting its partnership with the company “up for discussion”.
TalkTalk ‘receives ransom demand’ for cyberattack
TalkTalk’s chief executive has confirmed that she has received a ransom demand from an individual or group claiming responsibility for the cyberattack.
TalkTalk experiences ‘significant and sustained cyberattack’
It has been revealed that TalkTalk has been subject to a “significant and sustained cyberattack”, with criminals likely to have accessed personal and banking details belonging to its customers.
‘Collaboration needed’ to combat low‑impact cybercrime
Greater collaboration between the UK’s technology industry and police forces is essential to successfully tackle “high-volume, low-impact cybercrime”, a new report advises.
Apple: It is impossible to access encrypted data on iPhones
Apple has once again reiterated its claim that it is technically impossible for it to access encrypted data on iPhones that are running iOS 8 or higher and even if it was possible, it would be apprehensive to perform such an action.
LTE vulnerabilities puts Android devices at risk of attack
Vulnerabilities that have been found in LTE networks leave Android devices open to a DDoS attack, according to the Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Center (CERT/CC) at Carnegie Mellon University.
False sense of security leaves American homes vulnerable to cybercriminals
Many American homes have a false sense of security when it comes to their devices and networks – their digital doors could do with better protection.
Crime levels in England and Wales rise with cybercrime inclusion
There has been a sharp rise in crime levels in England and Wales as cybercrime data has been included in official statistics for the first time.
10 key facts you need to know about cyber insurance
The regular occurrence of data breaches is pushing organizations to think more seriously about updating their risk management policies. With that in mind, we look at the top ten things you need to know about cyber insurance, which is fast becoming a business necessity.
UK’s NCA warns online bankers to be wary of Dridex malware
The virulent Dridex malware poses a serious threat to online bankers in the UK, according to the National Crime Agency. Internet users urged to be vigilant.
America’s Thrift Stores experiences data breach
America’s Thrift Stores has announced that it is the latest victim of a cyberattack, with the gang behind the data breach thought to be from Eastern Europe.
Dow Jones & Company experiences data breach
The latest big name victim of a data breach is Dow Jones & Company, which reports that up to 3,500 of its customers may have been affected.
European organizations ‘underestimate cybersecurity risks’
A new survey suggests that businesses across Europe are failing to grasp the severity of cybersecurity risks, leaving them exposed to all sorts of attacks.
The most frequent threats on email
As part of World Post Day (October 9th), we take a closer look at the many security risks associated with email, the electronic cousin of regular mail.
Smartphone thieves face tougher sentencing in the UK
Smartphone thieves will be punished more severely for stealing smartphones because of the emotional distress it causes victims.
Android AdDisplay using anti‑bouncer technique
In order to help make Google Play a safer place for Android users, ESET continues to monitor the official Android app market for malicious or potentially unwanted applications.
Significant WinRAR vulnerability identified
An expert says that the popular compression tool WinRAR contains a significant vulnerability that exposes it to an attack.
Viruses, bulletins, surveys, and gender: hashtag #VB2015
Virus Bulletin 2015 in Prague could be the biggest ever, a great place to discover the latest developments in malware protection and information security, and address issues like the infosec skills gap.
iOS 9 security flaw lets attackers access device through Siri
Apple’s iOS 9 contains a security flaw that lets cybercriminals gain limited access to a device through Siri.