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5 reasons why GDPR was a milestone for data protection

5 reasons why GDPR was a milestone for data protection

Business Security

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


Scams

Common NFT scams and how to avoid them

Common NFT scams and how to avoid them

Scams

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


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

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

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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


Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

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

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

Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

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


Scams

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

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

Scams

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


Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

Fake news – why do people believe it?

Fake news – why do people believe it?

Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

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


Ransomware

The downside of ‘debugging’ ransomware

The downside of ‘debugging’ ransomware

Ransomware

The downside of ‘debugging’ ransomware

The decision to release a ransomware decryptor involves a delicate balancing act between helping victims recover their data and alerting criminals to errors in their code

Cameron Camp and Aryeh Goretsky16 May 2022


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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

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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


Scams

10 reasons why we fall for scams

10 reasons why we fall for scams

Scams

10 reasons why we fall for scams

The ‘it won’t happen to me’ mindset leaves you unprepared – here are some common factors that put any of us at risk of online fraud

André Lameiras12 May 2022


We Live Progress, Business Security

Opportunity out of crisis: Tapping the Great Resignation to close the cybersecurity skills gap

Opportunity out of crisis: Tapping the Great Resignation to close the cybersecurity skills gap

We Live Progress, Business Security

Opportunity out of crisis: Tapping the Great Resignation to close the cybersecurity skills gap

What can organizations do to capitalize on the current fluidity in the job market in order to bring fresh cybersecurity talent into the fold?

Phil Muncaster11 May 2022


Scams

Common LinkedIn scams: Beware of phishing attacks and fake job offers

Common LinkedIn scams: Beware of phishing attacks and fake job offers

Scams

Common LinkedIn scams: Beware of phishing attacks and fake job offers

LinkedIn scammers attack when we may be at our most vulnerable – here’s what to look out for and how to avoid falling victim to fraud when using the platform

André Lameiras09 May 2022


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Defending against APT attacks – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Defending against APT attacks – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

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Defending against APT attacks – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

The conflict in Ukraine has highlighted the risks of cyberespionage attacks that typically involve Advanced Persistent Threat groups and often target organizations' most valuable data

Editor06 May 2022