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World Backup Day: Avoiding a data disaster is a forever topic
By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. Make sure you're able to bounce back if, or when, a data disaster strikes.
Márk Szabó • 31 Mar 2023
Digital Security, Business Security
Understanding Managed Detection and Response – and what to look for in an MDR solution
Why your organization should consider an MDR solution and five key things to look for in a service offering
Phil Muncaster • 23 Mar 2023
Into the void: Your tech and security in digital darkness
No internet, perfect security? Two ESET researchers perform a thought experiment where they consider the implications of being plunged into digital darkness.
Aryeh Goretsky and Cameron Camp • 07 Feb 2023
Now you can legally repair your tech – sort of
A new law portends a future where (we hope) it will be easier for us all to repair, fix, upgrade, and just tinker with things we already own
Cameron Camp • 11 Jan 2023
The world’s most common passwords: What to do if yours is on the list
Do you use any of these extremely popular – and eminently hackable – passwords? If so, we have a New Year’s resolution for you.
Phil Muncaster • 02 Jan 2023
2022 in review: 10 of the year's biggest cyberattacks
The past year has seen no shortage of disruptive cyberattacks – here’s a round-up of some of the worst hacks and breaches that have impacted a variety of targets around the world in 2022
Phil Muncaster • 27 Dec 2022
Traveling for the holidays? Stay cyber-safe with these tips
Holiday travel is back with a vengeance this year. Set yourself up for a cyber-safe and hassle-free trip with our checklist.
Editor • 15 Dec 2022
Top tips for security- and privacy-enhancing holiday gifts
Think outside the (gift) box. Here are a few ideas for security and privacy gifts to get for your relatives – or even for yourself. Some don’t cost a penny!
Phil Muncaster • 13 Dec 2022
Tractors vs. threat actors: How to hack a farm
Forget pests for a minute. Modern farms also face another – and more insidious – breed of threat.
Jake Moore • 05 Dec 2022