Some threats may be closer than you think. Are security risks that originate from your own trusted employees on your radar?
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Here are some of the key insights on the evolving data breach landscape as revealed by Verizon’s analysis of more than 16,000 incidents
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Cybercriminals can use USB charging stations in airports, hotels, malls or other public spaces as conduits for malware
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With passkeys poised for prime time, passwords seem passé. What are the main benefits of ditching one in favor of the other?
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While not a 'get out of jail free card' for your business, cyber insurance can help insulate it from the financial impact of a cyber-incident
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Plus, 7 ways to tell that you downloaded a sketchy app and 7 tips for staying safe from mobile security threats in the future
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Nobody wants to spend their time dealing with the fallout of a security incident instead of building up their business
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A roundup of some of the handiest tools that security professionals can use to search for and monitor devices that are accessible from the internet
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Before rushing to embrace the LLM-powered hire, make sure your organization has safeguards in place to avoid putting its business and customer data at risk
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Why do people still download files from sketchy places and get compromised as a result?
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As the war shows no signs of ending and cyber-activity by states and criminal groups remains high, conversations around the cyber-resilience of critical infrastructure have never been more vital
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Don’t torture people with exceedingly complex password composition rules but do blacklist commonly used passwords, plus other ways to help people help themselves – and your entire organization
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A quick dive into the murky world of cyberespionage and other growing threats facing managed service providers – and their customers
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As all things (wrongly called) AI take the world’s biggest security event by storm, we round up of some of their most-touted use cases and applications
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The legislation aims to bolster the Union’s cyber-resilience and enhance its capabilities to prepare for, detect and respond to incidents
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The much-dreaded writer’s block isn’t the only threat that may derail your progress. Are you doing enough to keep your blog (and your livelihood) safe from online dangers?
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Some sectors have high confidence in their in-house cybersecurity expertise, while others prefer to enlist the support of an external provider to keep their systems and data secured
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Do you know how many devices are connected to your home network? You don’t? This is precisely why it’s time for a network audit.
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Spring is in the air and as the leaves start growing again, why not breathe some new life into the devices you depend on so badly?
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By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. Make sure you're able to bounce back if, or when, a data disaster strikes.
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Why your organization should consider an MDR solution and five key things to look for in a service offering
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ESET Research has compiled a timeline of cyberattacks that used wiper malware and have occurred since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022
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SMBs need to not only reduce their odds of being hit by an attack, but also implement processes that they can follow if their defenses are breached
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No longer relegated to a side-show, tech is embedded into virtually every new piece of gear entering the battlefield
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Small and medium-sized businesses have good reason to be concerned about the loss of data and financial impacts
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No internet, perfect security? Two ESET researchers perform a thought experiment where they consider the implications of being plunged into digital darkness.
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An overview of the activities of selected APT groups investigated and analyzed by ESET Research in T3 2022
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Sandworm continues to conduct attacks against carefully chosen targets in the war-torn country
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A new law portends a future where (we hope) it will be easier for us all to repair, fix, upgrade, and just tinker with things we already own
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The past year has seen no shortage of disruptive cyberattacks – here’s a round-up of some of the worst hacks and breaches that have impacted a variety of targets around the world in 2022
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Holiday travel is back with a vengeance this year. Set yourself up for a cyber-safe and hassle-free trip with our checklist.
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Think outside the (gift) box. Here are a few ideas for security and privacy gifts to get for your relatives – or even for yourself. Some don’t cost a penny!
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Forget pests for a minute. Modern farms also face another – and more insidious – breed of threat.
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ESET researchers spot a new ransomware campaign that goes after Ukrainian organizations and has Sandworm's fingerprints all over it
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Do your employees take more risks with valuable data because they’ve become desensitized to security guidance? Spot the symptoms before it’s too late.
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An overview of the activities of selected APT groups investigated and analyzed by ESET Research in T2 2022
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Survey finds SMBs, weary of security failures, curious about detection and response
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Do you put yourself at greater risk for successful attacks by making one of these security mistakes?
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To mark Antimalware Day, we’ve rounded up some of the most pressing issues for cybersecurity now and in the future
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You probably don’t have to ditch your phone just yet – try these simple tips and tricks to make any Android device or iPhone run faster
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Next time you're tempted to hold off on installing software updates, remember why these updates are necessary in the first place
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What can schools, which all too often make easy prey for cybercriminals, do to bolster their defenses and keep threats at bay?
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Healthy habits that are instilled and nurtured at an early age bring lifelong benefits – the same applies to good cybersecurity habits
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Here are some of the most common ways that an iPhone can be compromised with malware, how to tell it’s happened to you, and how to remove a hacker from your device
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Misconfigured remote access services continue to give bad actors an easy access path to company networks – here’s how you can minimize your exposure to attacks misusing Remote Desktop Protocol
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Don't worry, elections are safe – this is just one highlight from the DEF CON 30 conference.
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The Sender Policy Framework can’t help prevent spam and phishing if you allow billions of IP addresses to send as your domain
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The digital skills gap, especially in cybersecurity, is not a new phenomenon, with the problem now further exacerbated by the prevalence of burnout
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Windows used to be the big talking point when it came to exploits resulting in mass casualties. Nowadays, talks turned to other massive attack platforms like #cloud and cars
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Our Security evangelist's take on this first day of Black Hat 2022, where cyberdefense was on every mind.
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Tinder, Bumble or Grindr - popular dating apps depend heavily on your location, personal data, and loose privacy settings. Find out how to put yourself out there safely by following our suggested settings tweaks.
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A deep-dive into zero trust to help you navigate the threat landscape in a zero-trust world and further secure your organization
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Whether you are getting ready for back-to-school season, getting new work laptop or fancying a new gamer's pc, learn the steps to protect your new PC from cyberthreats.
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Learn to spot some of the threats that you can face while browsing online, and the best tips to stay safe on the web.
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The heavyweights are now moving into API security, cementing it as “A Thing”
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It’s all fun and games until you get hacked – and this is just one risk of downloading cracked games
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