FBI systems compromised to send out fake attack alerts
Hackers break into the Bureau’s email systems to send out at least 100,000 emails warning recipients of imminent cyberattacks
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Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Steps to take right after a data breach – What to consider before going passwordless – 7 million people hit by Robinhood data breach
When the alarms go off: 10 key steps to take after a data breach
It’s often said that data breaches are no longer a matter of ‘if’, but ‘when’ – here’s what your organization should do, and avoid doing, in the case of a breach
Google scores big win as court blocks iPhone tracking lawsuit
The tech giant wins an appeal against a claim that it unlawfully collected personal data of millions of iPhone users
Robinhood data breach affects 7 million people
An attacker gained access to some of Robinhood's customer support systems and stole the personal data of a third of the app's userbase
Passwordless authentication: Is your company ready to move beyond passwords?
Are the days numbered for ‘123456’? As Microsoft further nudges the world away from passwords, here’s what your organization should consider before going password-free.
Week in security with Tony Anscombe
What's it like working as a malware researcher? – ProtonMail and the battle for email privacy – Man charged with hacking, trying to extort US sports leagues
Google squashes Android zero‑day bug exploited in targeted attacks
Beyond the vulnerability in the Android kernel, the monthly round of security patches plugs another 38 security loopholes
Win one for privacy – Swiss providers don’t have to talk
Security and privacy get a leg up in Proton’s legal challenge against data retention and disclosure obligations
What’s it like to work as a malware researcher? 10 questions answered
Three ESET malware researchers describe what their job involves and what it takes to embark on a successful career in this field
Man charged with hacking major US sports leagues to illegally stream games
On top of illegally streaming sports games for profit, the man is also believed to have attempted to extort MLB for $150,000
Week in security with Tony Anscombe
ESET discovers Wslink – Why secure-by-design is a must – Staying cybersecure this Halloween and beyond – Operation Dark HunTOR
5 tips for parents for a cybersecure Halloween
What are some of the key dangers faced by children online and how can you help protect them from the ghosts, ghouls and goblins creeping on the internet?
Dark HunTOR: 150 arrested, $31 million seized in major dark web bust
The police sting spanned three continents and involved crackdowns in nine countries
Wslink: Unique and undocumented malicious loader that runs as a server
There are no code, functionality or operational similarities to suggest that this is a tool from a known threat actor
Putting cybersecurity first: Why secure‑by‑design must be the norm
Organizations that aim to pull ahead of the competition need to develop a strong security culture from top to bottom
Week in security with Tony Anscombe
How to break into cybersecurity – Is your password easy to guess? – Shining a spotlight on the security risks of shadow IT
What’s lurking in the shadows? How to manage the security risks of shadow IT
Employee use of unsanctioned hardware and software is an increasingly acute problem in the remote and hybrid work era
Cybersecurity careers: What to know and how to get started
Want to help make technology safer for everyone? Love solving puzzles? Looking for a rewarding career? Break into cybersecurity! Insights from ESET researchers Aryeh Goretsky and Cameron Camp will put you on the right track.
Brave browser replaces Google with its own search engine
Brave Search will become the default search option for new users in the US, UK, Canada, Germany and France, with more countries to follow soon