https://www.welivesecurity.com en WeLiveSecurity https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/data-breach-alert-might-be-trap/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/data-breach-alert-might-be-trap/ Ignoring a real breach notification invites risk, but falling for a bogus one could be even worse. Stop reacting on autopilot. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/04-26/fake-data-breach-alert.jpg Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/supply-chain-dependencies-have-you-checked-your-blind-spot/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/supply-chain-dependencies-have-you-checked-your-blind-spot/ Your biggest risk may be a vendor you trust. How can SMBs map their third-party blind spots and build operational resilience? Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/04-26/supply-chain-dependencies.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/recovery-scammers-hit-when-down-avoid-second-strike/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/recovery-scammers-hit-when-down-avoid-second-strike/ If you’ve been a victim of fraud, you’re likely already a lead on a ‘sucker list’ – and if you’re not careful, your ordeal may be about to get worse. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/04-26/recovery-fraud-scams.jpg Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/breakout-time-accelerates-prevention-first-cybersecurity-center-stage/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/breakout-time-accelerates-prevention-first-cybersecurity-center-stage/ Threat actors are using AI to supercharge tried-and-tested TTPs. When attacks move this fast, cyber-defenders need to rethink their own strategy. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/04-26/breakout-times-cybersecurity.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/digital-assets-death-managing-risks-your-loved-ones-digital-estate/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/digital-assets-death-managing-risks-your-loved-ones-digital-estate/ Fraudsters often target the accounts of the deceased or their grieving relatives. Here’s how to keep the scammers at bay. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/digital-estate.png Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-march-2026/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-march-2026/ The past four weeks have seen a slew of new cybersecurity wake-up calls that showed why every organization needs a well-thought-out cyber-resilience plan Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:27:18 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/month-security-march.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/rsac-2026-wrap-up-week-security-tony-anscombe/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/rsac-2026-wrap-up-week-security-tony-anscombe/ This year, AI agents took the center stage – as a defensive capability, but more pressingly as a risk many organizations haven't caught up with Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:38:21 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/silver-fox/rsac-2026-wrap-up.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cunning-predator-how-silver-fox-preys-japanese-firms-tax-season/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cunning-predator-how-silver-fox-preys-japanese-firms-tax-season/ Silver Fox is back in Japan, spoofing tax and HR emails timed to the one season when no one thinks twice about opening them Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/silver-fox/silver-fox-campaign-japan.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/virtual-machines-virtually-everywhere-real-security-gaps/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/virtual-machines-virtually-everywhere-real-security-gaps/ Cloud VMs offer unmatched speed, scale and flexibility – all of which could eventually count for little if they’re left to fend for themselves Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/virtual-machines-security.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cloud-workload-security-mind-gaps/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cloud-workload-security-mind-gaps/ As IT infrastructure expands, visibility and control often lag behind – until an incident forces a reckoning Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/cloud-workloads-1.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/move-fast-save-things-quick-guide-recovering-hacked-account/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/move-fast-save-things-quick-guide-recovering-hacked-account/ What you do – and how fast – after an account is compromised often matters more than it may seem Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/hacked-accounts-recovery.png Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/edr-killers-explained-beyond-the-drivers/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/edr-killers-explained-beyond-the-drivers/ ESET researchers dive deeper into the EDR killer ecosystem, disclosing how attackers abuse vulnerable drivers Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:55:08 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/edr-killers/malware-edr-killers-ransomware.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/face-value-what-takes-fool-facial-recognition/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/face-value-what-takes-fool-facial-recognition/ ESET’s Jake Moore used smart glasses, deepfakes and face swaps to ‘hack’ widely-used facial recognition systems – and he'll demo it all at RSAC 2026 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/rsac2026-jake-moore.jpg Privacy https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cyber-fallout-iran-war-what-have-radar/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cyber-fallout-iran-war-what-have-radar/ The cybersecurity implications of the war in the Middle East extend far beyond the region. Here’s where to focus your defenses. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:17:33 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/iran-war-cyber-risks.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/sednit-reloaded-back-trenches/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/sednit-reloaded-back-trenches/ The resurgence of one of Russia’s most notorious APT groups Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:58:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/sednit-reloaded/sednit-apt-group-beardshell-covenant.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/what-cybersecurity-actually-does-for-your-business/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/what-cybersecurity-actually-does-for-your-business/ The ability to continue operating safely in an unsafe environment where competitors cannot is a competitive advantage that is rarely measured or discussed Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/business-cybersecurity-value.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/how-smbs-use-threat-research-mdr-build-defensive-edge/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/how-smbs-use-threat-research-mdr-build-defensive-edge/ We speak to Director of ESET Threat Research Jean-Ian Boutin about where solutions that blend advanced technology with human expertise provide the most practical value for businesses Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/03-26/jean-ian-boutin.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/protecting-education-how-mdr-can-tip-balance-favor-schools/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/protecting-education-how-mdr-can-tip-balance-favor-schools/ The education sector is notoriously short on cash, but rich in assets for threat actors to target. How can managed detection and response (MDR) help learning institutions regain the initiative? Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/mdr-protecting-education.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-february-2026/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-february-2026/ In this roundup, Tony looks at how opportunistic threat actors are taking advantage of weak authentication, unmanaged exposure, and popular AI tools Sat, 28 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/tony-thumb-smaller-copy-1.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/mobile-security/mobile-app-permissions-still-matter-more-think/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/mobile-security/mobile-app-permissions-still-matter-more-think/ Start using a new app and you’ll often be asked to grant it permissions. But blindly accepting them could expose you to serious privacy and security risks. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/app-permissions.png Mobile Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/faking-it-phone-how-tell-voice-call-ai/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/faking-it-phone-how-tell-voice-call-ai/ Can you believe your ears? Increasingly, the answer is no. Here’s what’s at stake for your business, and how to beat the deepfakers. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/deepfake-calls-voice-cloning.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/promptspy-ushers-in-era-android-threats-using-genai/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/promptspy-ushers-in-era-android-threats-using-genai/ ESET researchers discover PromptSpy, the first known Android malware to abuse generative AI in its execution flow Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:30:20 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/promptspy/promptspy-gemini-genai-malware.jpg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/poshmark-safe-buy-sell-scammed/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/poshmark-safe-buy-sell-scammed/ Like any other marketplace, the social commerce platform has its share of red flags. It pays to know what to look for so you can shop or sell without headaches. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:21:48 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/poshmark.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/children-selfies-online/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/children-selfies-online/ When it comes to our children’s digital lives, prohibition rarely works. It’s our responsibility to help them build a healthy relationship with tech. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/children-selfies.jpg Kids Online https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/ransomware/naming-shaming-ransomware-groups-tighten-screws-victims/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/ransomware/naming-shaming-ransomware-groups-tighten-screws-victims/ When corporate data is exposed on a dedicated leak site, the consequences linger long after the attack fades from the news cycle Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/data-leak-sites-ransomware.png Ransomware https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/taxing-times-top-irs-scams-look-out-2026/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/taxing-times-top-irs-scams-look-out-2026/ It’s time to file your tax return. And cybercriminals are lurking to make an already stressful period even more edgy. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/tax-scams-irs-fraud.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/offerup-scammers-out-force-heres-what-you-should-know/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/offerup-scammers-out-force-heres-what-you-should-know/ The mobile marketplace app has a growing number of users, but not all of them are genuine. Watch out for these common scams. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/02-26/offerup-scams-fraud.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/slippery-slope-winter-olympics-scams-cyberthreats/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/slippery-slope-winter-olympics-scams-cyberthreats/ It’s snow joke – sporting events are a big draw for cybercriminals. Make sure you’re not on the losing side by following these best practices. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/winter-olympics-scams-threats.png Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-january-2026-edition/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-january-2026-edition/ The trends from January offer useful clues about the risks and priorities that security teams are likely to contend with throughout the year Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:20:16 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/tony-month-security-news-roundup.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/dynowiper-update-technical-analysis-attribution/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/dynowiper-update-technical-analysis-attribution/ ESET researchers present technical details on a recent data destruction incident affecting a company in Poland’s energy sector Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:28:38 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/dynowiper/dynowiper-poland-energy-sector-cyberattack.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/love-actually-fake-dating-app-used-lure-targeted-spyware-campaign-pakistan/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/love-actually-fake-dating-app-used-lure-targeted-spyware-campaign-pakistan/ ESET researchers discover an Android spyware campaign targeting users in Pakistan via romance scam tactics, revealing links to a broader spy operation Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:59:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/love-actually/pakistan-romance-scam.jpg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/drowning-spam-scam-emails-why/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/drowning-spam-scam-emails-why/ Has your inbox recently been deluged with unwanted and even outright malicious messages? Here are 10 possible reasons – and how to stem the tide. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/scam-spam-emails.jpg Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/eset-research-sandworm-cyberattack-poland-power-grid-late-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/eset-research-sandworm-cyberattack-poland-power-grid-late-2025/ The attack involved data-wiping malware that ESET researchers have now analyzed and named DynoWiper Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:58:26 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/sandworm-poland-attack.jpg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/children-chatbots-what-parents-should-know/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/children-chatbots-what-parents-should-know/ As children turn to AI chatbots for answers, advice, and companionship, questions emerge about their safety, privacy, and emotional development Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/children-chatbots-privacy-security-risks.jpg Kids Online https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/common-apple-pay-scams-how-stay-safe/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/common-apple-pay-scams-how-stay-safe/ Here’s how the most common scams targeting Apple Pay users work and what you can do to stay one step ahead Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/apple-pay-scams.jpg Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/old-habits-die-hard-2025-most-common-passwords/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/old-habits-die-hard-2025-most-common-passwords/ Once again, data shows an uncomfortable truth: the habit of choosing eminently hackable passwords is alive and well Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/passwords-2025/contrasena-mas-usadas-2025.jpg Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/linkedin-hunting-ground-threat-actors-how-protect-yourself/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/linkedin-hunting-ground-threat-actors-how-protect-yourself/ The business social networking site is a vast, publicly accessible database of corporate information. Don’t believe everyone on the site is who they say they are. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/linkedin-cyberattacks-social-engineering.png Social Media https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/time-internet-services-adopt-identity-verification/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/time-internet-services-adopt-identity-verification/ Should verified identities become the standard online? Australia’s social media ban for under-16s shows why the question matters. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/internet-verification.png Social Media https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/information-dark-web-what-happens-next/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/information-dark-web-what-happens-next/ If your data is on the dark web, it’s probably only a matter of time before it’s abused for fraud or account hijacking. Here’s what to do. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/dark-web-personal-information-data.jpg Privacy https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/credential-stuffing-what-it-is-how-protect-yourself/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/credential-stuffing-what-it-is-how-protect-yourself/ Reusing passwords may feel like a harmless shortcut – until a single breach opens the door to multiple accounts Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2026/01-26/password-habits.jpg Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-december-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-december-2025/ As 2025 draws to a close, Tony looks back at the cybersecurity stories that stood out both in December and across the whole of this year Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/tony-anscombe-monthly-video-december.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/brush-online-fraud-what-are-brushing-scams-how-do-i-stay-safe/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/brush-online-fraud-what-are-brushing-scams-how-do-i-stay-safe/ Have you ever received a package you never ordered? It could be a warning sign that your data has been compromised, with more fraud to follow. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/brushing-scam.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/revisiting-cve-2025-50165-critical-flaw-windows-imaging-component/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/revisiting-cve-2025-50165-critical-flaw-windows-imaging-component/ A comprehensive analysis and assessment of a critical severity vulnerability with low likelihood of mass exploitation Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:55:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/cve-2025-50165/cve-2025-50165-windows-imaging-component-vulnerability.jpg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/longnosedgoblin-tries-sniff-out-governmental-affairs-southeast-asia-japan/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/longnosedgoblin-tries-sniff-out-governmental-affairs-southeast-asia-japan/ ESET researchers discovered a China-aligned APT group, LongNosedGoblin, which uses Group Policy to deploy cyberespionage tools across networks of governmental institutions Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/longnosedgoblin/eset-threat-research-longnosed-goblin-southeast-asia-japan.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/eset-threat-report-h2-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/eset-threat-report-h2-2025/ A view of the H2 2025 threat landscape as seen by ESET telemetry and from the perspective of ESET threat detection and research experts Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:50:45 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/eset-threat-report-h2-2025.jpg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/internet-of-things/black-hat-europe-2025-device-designed-internet/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/internet-of-things/black-hat-europe-2025-device-designed-internet/ Behind the polished exterior of many modern buildings sit outdated systems with vulnerabilities waiting to be found Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:22:52 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/black-hat-europe-buildings-ics-siegeware.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/black-hat-europe-2025-reputation-ransomware/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/black-hat-europe-2025-reputation-ransomware/ Being seen as reliable is good for ‘business’ and ransomware groups care about 'brand reputation' just as much as their victims Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:04:19 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/ransomware-raas-reputation.jpg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/locks-socs-cat-box-what-schrodinger-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/locks-socs-cat-box-what-schrodinger-can-teach-us-about-cybersecurity/ If you don’t look inside your environment, you can’t know its true state – and attackers count on that Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/cat-schrodinger.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/seeking-symmetry-attck-season-harness-todays-diverse-analyst-tester-landscape-paint-security-masterpiece/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/seeking-symmetry-attck-season-harness-todays-diverse-analyst-tester-landscape-paint-security-masterpiece/ Interpreting the vast cybersecurity vendor landscape through the lens of industry analysts and testing authorities can immensely enhance your cyber-resilience. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:03:51 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/mitre-attack-evaluation.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/big-catch-how-whaling-attacks-target-top-executives/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/big-catch-how-whaling-attacks-target-top-executives/ Is your organization’s senior leadership vulnerable to a cyber-harpooning? Learn how to keep them safe. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/executives.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/phishing-privileges-passwords-identity-cybersecurity-posture/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/phishing-privileges-passwords-identity-cybersecurity-posture/ Identity is effectively the new network boundary. It must be protected at all costs. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/12-25/phishing-privileges-and-passwords.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/muddywater-snakes-riverbank/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/muddywater-snakes-riverbank/ MuddyWater targets critical infrastructure in Israel and Egypt, relying on custom malware, improved tactics, and a predictable playbook Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:15 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/muddywater/muddywater-eset-threat-research.jpg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/oversharing-is-not-caring-stake-employees-post-too-much-online/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/oversharing-is-not-caring-stake-employees-post-too-much-online/ From LinkedIn to X, GitHub to Instagram, there are plenty of opportunities to share work-related information. But posting could also get your company into trouble. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/oversharing-social-media-employees.jpg Social Media https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-november-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-november-2025/ Data exposure by top AI companies, the Akira ransomware haul, Operation Endgame against major malware families, and more of this month's cybersecurity news Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:46:36 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/cybersecurity-news-tony-anscombe-thumbnail.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/parents-protect-children-doxxing/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/parents-protect-children-doxxing/ Online disagreements among young people can easily spiral out of control. Parents need to understand what’s at stake. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/doxxing-children.jpg Kids Online https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/influencers-crosshairs-cybercriminals-targeting-content-creators/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/influencers-crosshairs-cybercriminals-targeting-content-creators/ Social media influencers can provide reach and trust for scams and malware distribution. Robust account protection is key to stopping the fraudsters. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/social-media-influencers-cybersecurity-risks.png Social Media https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/mdr-answer-now-whats-question/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/mdr-answer-now-whats-question/ Why your business needs the best-of-breed combination of technology and human expertise Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/mdr-thumb.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/osint-playbook-find-weak-spots-attackers-do/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/osint-playbook-find-weak-spots-attackers-do/ Here’s how open-source intelligence helps trace your digital footprint and uncover your weak points, plus a few essential tools to connect the dots Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/osint-primer.png Privacy https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/plushdaemon-compromises-network-devices-for-adversary-in-the-middle-attacks/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/plushdaemon-compromises-network-devices-for-adversary-in-the-middle-attacks/ ESET researchers have discovered a network implant used by the China-aligned PlushDaemon APT group to perform adversary-in-the-middle attacks Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:55:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/plushdaemon/plushdaemon-aitm-attacks-eset-research.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/romantic-ai-chatbot-keep-secret/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/romantic-ai-chatbot-keep-secret/ Does your chatbot know too much? Here's why you should think twice before you tell your AI companion everything. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/romantic-ai-chatbots-privacy-security-risks.jpeg Privacy https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/password-managers-under-attack-what-you-should-know/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/password-managers-under-attack-what-you-should-know/ Look no further to learn how cybercriminals could try to crack your vault and how you can keep your logins safe Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/password-managers-cybersecurity-risks.png Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/shadow-ai-security-blind-spot/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/shadow-ai-security-blind-spot/ From unintentional data leakage to buggy code, here’s why you should care about unsanctioned AI use in your company Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/shadow-ai-cybersecurity-privacy-risks.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/in-memoriam-david-harley/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/cybersecurity/in-memoriam-david-harley/ Former colleagues and friends remember the cybersecurity researcher, author, and mentor whose work bridged the human and technical sides of security Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:46:10 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/david-harley.jpeg Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/who-where-how-apt-attacks-q2-2025-q3-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/who-where-how-apt-attacks-q2-2025-q3-2025/ ESET Chief Security Evangelist Tony Anscombe highlights some of the key findings from the latest issue of the ESET APT Activity Report Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:34:37 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/tony-anscombe-apt-activity-report-q22025-q32025.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/eset-apt-activity-report-q2-2025-q3-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/eset-apt-activity-report-q2-2025-q3-2025/ An overview of the activities of selected APT groups investigated and analyzed by ESET Research in Q2 2025 and Q3 2025 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:45:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/eset-apt-activity-report-q2-2025-q3-2025-thumbnail-image.jpeg ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/sharing-is-scaring-whatsapp-screen-sharing-scam/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/sharing-is-scaring-whatsapp-screen-sharing-scam/ How a fast-growing scam is tricking WhatsApp users into revealing their most sensitive financial and other data Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/scams-whatsapp-screen-sharing.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/how-social-engineering-works-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-s2e6/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/how-social-engineering-works-unlocked-403-cybersecurity-podcast-s2e6/ Think you could never fall for an online scam? Think again. Here's how scammers could exploit psychology to deceive you – and what you can do to stay one step ahead Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/11-25/cybersecurity-podcast-social-engineering.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/ground-zero-5-things-discovering-cyberattack/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/ground-zero-5-things-discovering-cyberattack/ When every minute counts, preparation and precision can mean the difference between disruption and disaster Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/incident-response-cyberattack.jpeg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-october-2025/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-october-2025/ From the end of Windows 10 support to scams on TikTok and state-aligned hackers wielding AI, October's headlines offer a glimpse of what's shaping cybersecurity right now Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/eset-cybersecurity-recap-october.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/fraud-prevention-how-help-older-family-members-avoid-scams/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/scams/fraud-prevention-how-help-older-family-members-avoid-scams/ Families that combine open communication with effective behavioral and technical safeguards can cut the risk dramatically Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/fraud-prevention-scams-elderly.png Scams https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-when-seeing-isnt-believing/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-when-seeing-isnt-believing/ Deepfakes are blurring the line between real and fake and fraudsters are cashing in, using synthetic media for all manner of scams Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/cybersecurity-awareness-month-deepfakes-videos.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/recruitment-spot-spy-job-seeker/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/recruitment-spot-spy-job-seeker/ Here’s what to know about a recent spin on an insider threat – fake North Korean IT workers infiltrating western firms Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/fake-it-workers-hiring.jpeg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/mdr-msps-edge-competitive-market/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/mdr-msps-edge-competitive-market/ With cybersecurity talent in short supply and threats evolving fast, managed detection and response is emerging as a strategic necessity for MSPs Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/mdr-msps-security-providers.jpeg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-cyber-risk-thrives-shadows/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-cyber-risk-thrives-shadows/ Shadow IT leaves organizations exposed to cyberattacks and raises the risk of data loss and compliance failures Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:53:08 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/shadow-it-cybersecurity-video.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/gotta-fly-lazarus-targets-uav-sector/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/gotta-fly-lazarus-targets-uav-sector/ ESET research analyzes a recent instance of the Operation DreamJob cyberespionage campaign conducted by Lazarus, a North Korea-aligned APT group Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/lazarus-targets-uav-sector/lazarus-drones-uav-sector-attacks.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/malware/snakestealer-personal-data-stay-safe/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/malware/snakestealer-personal-data-stay-safe/ Here’s what to know about the malware with an insatiable appetite for valuable data, so much so that it tops this year's infostealer detection charts Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/snakestealer-infostealer-malware.png Malware https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-resilience-ransomware/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-resilience-ransomware/ Ransomware rages on and no organization is too small to be targeted by cyber-extortionists. How can your business protect itself against the threat? Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:11:52 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/cybersecurity-awareness-month-ransomware.jpeg Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/minecraft-mods-minefield-risks/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/minecraft-mods-minefield-risks/ Some Minecraft mods don’t help build worlds – they break them. Here’s how malware can masquerade as a Minecraft mod. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/riesgos-virus-mods-minecraft.jpeg Kids Online https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/it-service-desks-security-blind-spot-business/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/it-service-desks-security-blind-spot-business/ Could a simple call to the helpdesk enable threat actors to bypass your security controls? Here’s how your team can close a growing security gap. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/it-service-desks-risks-mdr.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-software-patching-matters/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-software-patching-matters/ As the number of software vulnerabilities continues to increase, delaying or skipping security updates could cost your business dearly. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:21:37 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/vulnerabilities-software-patching.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/ai-aided-malvertising-chatbot-scams/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/social-media/ai-aided-malvertising-chatbot-scams/ Cybercriminals have tricked X’s AI chatbot into promoting phishing scams in a technique that has been nicknamed “Grokking”. Here’s what to know about it. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/ai-aided-malvertising-grokking.png Digital Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/how-uber-seems-know-where-you-are-restricted-location-permissions/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/privacy/how-uber-seems-know-where-you-are-restricted-location-permissions/ Is the ride-hailing app secretly tracking you? Not really, but this iOS feature may make it feel that way. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/uber-location.jpeg Privacy https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-passwords-alone-are-not-enough/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-passwords-alone-are-not-enough/ Never rely on just a password, however strong it may be. Multi-factor authentication is essential for anyone who wants to protect their online accounts from intruders. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:08:43 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-mfa.jpeg Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/case-cybersecurity-successful-businesses-built-protection/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/case-cybersecurity-successful-businesses-built-protection/ Company leaders need to recognize the gravity of cyber risk, turn awareness into action, and put security front and center Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/business-cybersecurity-importance.jpeg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/malware/threats-lurking-pdf-files/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/malware/threats-lurking-pdf-files/ Looks can be deceiving, so much so that the familiar icon could mask malware designed to steal your data and money. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/pdf-files-cyber-risks.png Malware https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/manufacturing-fire-strengthening-cyber-defenses-surging-threats/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/manufacturing-fire-strengthening-cyber-defenses-surging-threats/ Manufacturers operate in one of the most unforgiving threat environments and face a unique set of pressures that make attacks particularly damaging Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/manufacturing-cyber-risks.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/new-spyware-campaigns-target-privacy-conscious-android-users-uae/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/new-spyware-campaigns-target-privacy-conscious-android-users-uae/ ESET researchers have discovered campaigns distributing spyware disguised as Android Signal and ToTok apps, targeting users in the United Arab Emirates Thu, 02 Oct 2025 08:55:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/android-totok/android-spyware-totok-uae.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-knowledge-power/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/cybersecurity-awareness-month-2025-knowledge-power/ We're kicking off the month with a focus on the human element: the first line of defense, but also the path of least resistance for many cybercriminals Wed, 01 Oct 2025 14:49:17 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/10-25/cybersecurity-awareness-month-tony-anscombe-human-element.jpeg Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-september-2025-edition/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/month-security-tony-anscombe-september-2025-edition/ The past 30 days have seen no shortage of new threats and incidents that brought into sharp relief the need for well-thought-out cyber-resilience plans Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:49 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/security-month-tony-anscombe.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/roblox-executors-fun-games-someone-gets-hacked/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/kids-online/roblox-executors-fun-games-someone-gets-hacked/ You could be getting more than you bargained for when you download that cheat tool promising quick wins Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/roblox-executors.png Kids Online https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/deceptivedevelopment-from-primitive-crypto-theft-to-sophisticated-ai-based-deception/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/deceptivedevelopment-from-primitive-crypto-theft-to-sophisticated-ai-based-deception/ Malware operators collaborate with covert North Korean IT workers, posing a threat to both headhunters and job seekers Thu, 25 Sep 2025 08:59:34 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/deceptivedevelopment/deceptivedevelopment-north-korea-it-workers.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/malware/svg-files-spreading-malware/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/malware/svg-files-spreading-malware/ What you see is not always what you get as cybercriminals increasingly weaponize SVG files as delivery vectors for stealthy malware Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:24:45 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/08-25/xml-se-convierte-en-dropper/xml-dropper-campana-colombia-home.jpeg Malware https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/gamaredon-x-turla-collab/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/gamaredon-x-turla-collab/ Notorious APT group Turla collaborates with Gamaredon, both FSB-associated groups, to compromise high‑profile targets in Ukraine Fri, 19 Sep 2025 08:55:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/gamaredon-x-turla/eset-threat-research-gamaredon-turla-ukraine-collaboration.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/small-businesses-big-targets-protecting-business-ransomware/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/small-businesses-big-targets-protecting-business-ransomware/ Long known to be a sweet spot for cybercriminals, small businesses are more likely to be victimized by ransomware than large enterprises Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/small-businesses-cyber-risks-ransomware.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/hybridpetya-petya-notpetya-copycat-twist/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/videos/hybridpetya-petya-notpetya-copycat-twist/ HybridPetya is the fourth publicly known real or proof-of-concept bootkit with UEFI Secure Boot bypass functionality Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:33:45 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/hybridpetya-tony-anscombe.png Video https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/introducing-hybridpetya-petya-notpetya-copycat-uefi-secure-boot-bypass/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/introducing-hybridpetya-petya-notpetya-copycat-uefi-secure-boot-bypass/ UEFI copycat of Petya/NotPetya exploiting CVE-2024-7344 discovered on VirusTotal Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/hybridpetya/hybridpetya-petya-notpetya-uefi-secure-boot-bypass.png ESET research https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cybercriminals-hacking-systems-logging-in/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/cybercriminals-hacking-systems-logging-in/ As bad actors often simply waltz through companies’ digital front doors with a key, here’s how to keep your own door locked tight Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:55:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/credential-theft-businesses.jpeg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/preventing-business-disruption-building-cyber-resilience-mdr/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/preventing-business-disruption-building-cyber-resilience-mdr/ Given the serious financial and reputational risks of incidents that grind business to a halt, organizations need to prioritize a prevention-first cybersecurity strategy Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/mdr-disruption-downtime.png Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/under-lock-key-safeguarding-business-data-encryption/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/business-security/under-lock-key-safeguarding-business-data-encryption/ As the attack surface expands and the threat landscape grows more complex, it’s time to consider whether your data protection strategy is fit for purpose Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:53:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/08-25/encryption-businesses.jpeg Business Security https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/ghostredirector-poisons-windows-servers-backdoors-side-potatoes/ https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/ghostredirector-poisons-windows-servers-backdoors-side-potatoes/ ESET researchers have identified a new threat actor targeting Windows servers with a passive C++ backdoor and a malicious IIS module that manipulates Google search results Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:55:00 +0000 https://web-assets.esetstatic.com/wls/2025/09-25/gr/eset-threat-research-ghostredirector-iis-malware.jpeg ESET Research