8 years of Android: malware, malicious apps, and how to stay safe
At eight years old, Android is hugely popular. Both with users and attackers.
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Half a billion Yahoo users victim to ‘biggest data breach in history’
Yahoo has confirmed that half a billion users may have had their data stolen in what has been described as the 'biggest data breach in history.'
Book of Eli: African targeted attacks
ESET's latest research analyzes a piece of malware active since 2012, but which has targeted one specific country – Libya.
5 simple ways you can protect yourself from phishing attacks
With these top tips, you should have no trouble in keeping yourself protected against all sorts of phishing attacks.
Tesla Model S hacked from 12 miles away
A team of researchers was able to hack the controls of a Tesla Model S from a distance of 12 miles – adjusting the mirrors, locks and even slamming on the brakes.
Cybersecurity becoming a key boardroom agenda item
An increase in the number of cyberattacks and growing awareness of the threat has made cybersecurity a key boardroom level consideration.
Snowden: 4 big security and privacy assumptions he undermined
ESET's Stephen Cobb explains the four significant security and privacy assumptions that Snowden’s actions, and the resulting revelations, have undermined.
Internet of targets: Webcams and routers in the crosshairs of bad guys
Video rules the internet today and webcams are built into practically every new laptop, smartphone and tablet. It's important to keep them secure.
WADA cyberattack compromises agency’s database
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has revealed that it was the victim of a cyberattack, which it has attributed to the Russian cyber espionage group, Tsar Team (APT28).
How encryption molded crypto‑ransomware
Recently ESET has seen significantly increasing volumes of a particular type of ransomware known as crypto-ransomware, reports Cassius Puodzius.
Security takes a backseat for uninterrupted, video game marathons
New research from ESET, which polled over 500 gamers, has found that 6% of gamers have spent around a full-day immersed in a video game.
At what age should kids be able to access online services?
In this article, ESET's Miguel Ángel Mendoza asks: "At what age should kids be able to access online services?"
Google to draw attention to insecure HTTP websites
Google is looking to deliver even greater transparency when it comes to online security by identifying publicly – or “marking”, as it puts it – websites that are not as secure as they should be.
Grace Hopper: Computer bugs & the language of programming
WeLiveSecurity takes a look back at the life of the programming pioneer US Navy Rear Admiral Grace Hopper, who changed the world of technology.
How to avoid certificate pinning in the latest versions of Android
In this feature, ESET's Denise Giusto Bilić offers a detailed overview as to how to avoid certificate pinning in the latest versions of Android.
Business security: Securing your data weak points
One of the biggest problems to overcome for business security is trying to work out what areas you need to secure, explains ESET's Mark James.
The economics of ransomware recovery
When it comes to ransomware, the question of 'to pay or not to pay' is the source of some debate. WeLiveSecurity takes a closer look at the economics.
OPM criticized for 2015 major data breach shortcomings
OPM has been criticized by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee for security shortcomings, which contributed to 2015's major data breach.
School ransomware: A threat to be aware of
Ransomware that targets schools is a threat that needs to be understood, explains ESET's Lysa Myers. Top cybersecurity efforts are needed to keep it at bay.
Variety confirms CMS hijack by hacking collective OurMine
Variety has confirmed that its content management system (CMS) was hijacked on the weekend by the hacking collective OurMine.