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Talking to children about the internet: A kid’s perspective

Talking to children about the internet: A kid’s perspective

Talking to children about the internet: A kid’s perspective

A 14-year-old shares his thoughts about technology and the potential privacy and security implications of the internet

André Lameiras01 Jun 2022


Keeping it real: Don’t fall for lies about the war

Keeping it real: Don’t fall for lies about the war

Keeping it real: Don’t fall for lies about the war

Falsehoods about the war in Ukraine come in all shapes and sizes – here are a few examples of what’s in the fake news

André Lameiras30 May 2022


Scams targeting NFT investors – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Scams targeting NFT investors – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Scams targeting NFT investors – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

As with everything digital, there's someone, somewhere devising a method to steal the assets away from their rightful owners

Editor27 May 2022


Cybersecurity: A global problem that requires a global answer

Cybersecurity: A global problem that requires a global answer

Cybersecurity: A global problem that requires a global answer

New and exacerbated cyber-risks following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are fueling a new urgency towards enhancing resilience

André Lameiras27 May 2022


ESET Research Podcast: UEFI in crosshairs of ESPecter bootkit

ESET Research Podcast: UEFI in crosshairs of ESPecter bootkit

ESET Research Podcast: UEFI in crosshairs of ESPecter bootkit

Listen to Aryeh Goretsky, Martin Smolár, and Jean-Ian Boutin discuss what UEFI threats are capable of and what the ESPecter bootkit tells us about their evolution

ESET Research26 May 2022


5 reasons why GDPR was a milestone for data protection

5 reasons why GDPR was a milestone for data protection

5 reasons why GDPR was a milestone for data protection

The landmark regulation changed everyone’s mindset on how companies worldwide collect and use the personal data of EU citizens

André Lameiras25 May 2022


Common NFT scams and how to avoid them

Common NFT scams and how to avoid them

Common NFT scams and how to avoid them

As NFTs exploded in popularity, scammers also jumped on the hype. Watch out for counterfeit NFTs, rug pulls, pump-and-dumps and other common scams plaguing the industry.

Mario Micucci23 May 2022


Cryptocurrency: secure or not? – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Cryptocurrency: secure or not? – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Cryptocurrency: secure or not? – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

When you hear the term ‘cryptocurrency’, does ‘secure’ also spring to mind? Here are some implications of the lack of sound security practices in the world of crypto.

Editor20 May 2022


Sandworm uses a new version of ArguePatch to attack targets in Ukraine

Sandworm uses a new version of ArguePatch to attack targets in Ukraine

Sandworm uses a new version of ArguePatch to attack targets in Ukraine

ESET researchers spot an updated version of the malware loader used in the Industroyer2 and CaddyWiper attacks

Editor20 May 2022


The flip side of the coin: Why crypto is catnip for criminals

The flip side of the coin: Why crypto is catnip for criminals

The flip side of the coin: Why crypto is catnip for criminals

Cybercriminals continue to mine for opportunities in the crypto space – here's what you should know about coin-mining hacks and crypto theft

Thomas Uhlemann19 May 2022


Fake news – why do people believe it?

Fake news – why do people believe it?

Fake news – why do people believe it?

In the age of the perpetual news cycle and digital media, the risks that stem from the fake news problem are all too real

André Lameiras18 May 2022


How to spot and avoid a phishing attack – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

How to spot and avoid a phishing attack – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

How to spot and avoid a phishing attack – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Can you spot the tell-tale signs of a phishing attempt and check if an email that has landed in your inbox is legit?

Editor13 May 2022


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