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How to get rid of posts and photos you hate on Facebook

How to get rid of posts and photos you hate on Facebook

How to get rid of posts and photos you hate on Facebook

Almost everyone now has a Facebook account where posts and photos are frequently shared. However keeping track of what is posted can sometimes be a problem. Follow these 5 simple tips to get rid of content you no longer wish to share.

Editor24 Jul 2014


Android/Simplocker using FBI child-abuse warnings to scare victims into paying $300

Android/Simplocker using FBI child-abuse warnings to scare victims into paying $300

Android/Simplocker using FBI child-abuse warnings to scare victims into paying $300

Last time we wrote about Android/Simplocker – the first ransomware for Android that actually encrypts user files – we discussed different variants of the malware and various distribution vectors that we’ve observed. Android/Simplocker has proven to be an actual threat in-the-wild in spite of its weaknesses…

Robert Lipovsky22 Jul 2014


Router attacks: Five simple tips to lock criminals out

Router attacks: Five simple tips to lock criminals out

Router attacks: Five simple tips to lock criminals out

Cyber criminals are constantly targeting home routers and its becoming increasingly difficult to keep them secure. Follow these 5 simple tips from We Live Security to lock criminals out.

Editor16 Jul 2014


Win32/Aibatook: Banking Trojan Spreading Through Japanese Adult Websites

Win32/Aibatook: Banking Trojan Spreading Through Japanese Adult Websites

Win32/Aibatook: Banking Trojan Spreading Through Japanese Adult Websites

Win32/Aibatook targets Japanese bank customers with an unusual Internet Explorer monitoring technique. We believe the malware has been in development for months - and is now ready for take-off.

ESET Research16 Jul 2014


How to protect your small business from cybercrime

How to protect your small business from cybercrime

How to protect your small business from cybercrime

Internet security may not be at the top of your priority list when starting a new business, but ignoring the dangers may be costly. Follow these 5 simple tips from We Live Security to avoid any potential threats.

Editor15 Jul 2014


How to clean up your online profile for a job interview

How to clean up your online profile for a job interview

How to clean up your online profile for a job interview

It's easy to forget who may be reading when sharing content on social media, so clean your online profiles before a job interview with these five simple tips.

Editor03 Jul 2014


UPDATED: Simplocker ransomware: New variants spread by Android downloader apps

UPDATED: Simplocker ransomware: New variants spread by Android downloader apps

UPDATED: Simplocker ransomware: New variants spread by Android downloader apps

ESET LiveGrid® telemetry has indicated several new infection vectors used by Android/Simplocker. The “typical” ones revolve around internet porn, or popular games like Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.

Robert Lipovsky25 Jun 2014


Phishing emails and how to avoid them

Phishing emails and how to avoid them

Phishing emails and how to avoid them

Phishing emails are popular amongst Cyber Criminals who are looking to steal your personal information. Protecting your data is essential and by following these simple steps from We Live Security your information will stay secure.

Editor20 Jun 2014


Targeted attack against Vietnamese government: right on the MONRE

Targeted attack against Vietnamese government: right on the MONRE

Targeted attack against Vietnamese government: right on the MONRE

ESET researchers recently came across a targeted attack against the Vietnamese government's Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE).

Oh Sieng Chye20 Jun 2014