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 The post Common LinkedIn scams: Beware of phishing attacks and fake job offers appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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 The post Defending against APT attacks – Week in security with Tony Anscombe appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Here’s what you should know about some of the nastiest mobile malware – from malicious software that takes phones and data hostage to RATs that allow hackers to control devices remotely The post 3 most dangerous types of Android malware appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The bitter truth about how fraudsters dupe online daters in this new twist on romance fraud The post There’s no sugarcoating it: That online sugar daddy may be a scammer appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Organizations need to get better at mitigating threats from unknown vulnerabilities, especially as both state-backed operatives and financially-motivated cybercriminals are increasing their activity The post What’s behind the record‑high number of zero days? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Here’s what you should know about FlowingFrog, LookingFrog and JollyFrog – the three teams making up the TA410 espionage umbrella group The post TA410 under the microscope – Week in security with Tony Anscombe appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers reveal a detailed profile of TA410: we believe this cyberespionage umbrella group consists of three different teams using different toolsets, including a new version of the FlowCloud espionage backdoor discovered by ESET. The post A lookback under the TA410 umbrella: Its cyberespionage TTPs and activity appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

BEC fraud generated more losses for victims than any other type of cybercrime in 2021. It’s long past time that organizations got a handle on these scams. The post The trouble with BEC: How to stop the costliest internet scam appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Camfecting doesn’t ‘just’ invade your privacy – it could seriously impact your mental health and wellbeing. Here’s how to keep an eye on your laptop camera. The post Webcam hacking: How to know if someone may be spying on you through your webcam appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As the Five Eyes nations warn of attacks against critical infrastructure, we look at the potentially cascading effects of such attacks and how essential systems and services can ramp up their defense The post Cybersecurity threats to critical infrastructure – Week in security with Tony Anscombe appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Here’s what to know about vulnerabilities in more than 100 Lenovo consumer laptop models and what you can do right away to stay safe – all in under three minutes The post Is your Lenovo laptop vulnerable to cyberattack? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Lessons from history and recent attacks on critical infrastructure throw into sharp relief the need to better safeguard our essential systems and services The post Critical infrastructure: Under cyberattack for longer than you might think appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Young people are not passive victims of technology or helpless addicts. They are technology creators and agents with diverse backgrounds and interests. The post How can we support young people in harnessing technology for progress? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers discover multiple vulnerabilities in various Lenovo laptop models that allow an attacker with admin privileges to expose the user to firmware-level malware The post When “secure” isn’t secure at all: High‑impact UEFI vulnerabilities discovered in Lenovo consumer laptops appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers provided technical analysis, statistical information, and known command and control server domain names and IP addresses The post ESET takes part in global operation to disrupt Zloader botnets appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

This ICS-capable malware targets a Ukrainian energy company The post Industroyer2: Industroyer reloaded appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

If better privacy and anonymity sound like music to your ears, you may not need to look much further than Tor Browser. Here’s what it’s like to surf the dark web using the browser. The post We’re going on Tor appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers analyzed three malicious applications targeting customers of eight Malaysian banks The post Fake e‑shops on the prowl for banking credentials using Android malware appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Leading Slovak computer scientist Mária Bieliková shares her experience working as a woman driving technological innovation and reflects on how to inspire the next generation of talent in tech The post Women in tech: Unique insights from a lifelong pursuit of innovation appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Soaring energy prices and increased geopolitical tensions amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine bring a sharp focus on European energy security The post Europe’s quest for energy independence – and how cyber‑risks come into play appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers describe the structure of the virtual machine used in samples of Wslink and suggest a possible approach to see through its obfuscation techniques The post Under the hood of Wslink’s multilayered virtual machine appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Why has the conflict in Ukraine not caused the much anticipated global cyber-meltdown? The post Is a nation‑state digital deterrent scenario so far‑fetched? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET Research uncovers a sophisticated scheme that distributes trojanized Android and iOS apps posing as popular cryptocurrency wallets The post Crypto malware in patched wallets targeting Android and iOS devices appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers have discovered Hodur, a previously undocumented Korplug variant spread by Mustang Panda, that uses phishing lures referencing current events in Europe, including the invasion of Ukraine The post Mustang Panda’s Hodur: Old tricks, new Korplug variant appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As the war rages, the APT group with a long résumé of disruptive cyberattacks enters the spotlight again The post Sandworm: A tale of disruption told anew appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The US military knows it needs to speed up technology adoption through optimization, something at the heart of Silicon Valley culture The post US military vs. Silicon Valley – a cultural divide appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

An overview of some of the most popular open-source tools for threat intelligence and threat hunting The post A first look at threat intelligence and threat hunting tools appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

This is the third time in as many weeks that ESET researchers have spotted previously unknown data wiping malware taking aim at Ukrainian organizations The post CaddyWiper: New wiper malware discovered in Ukraine appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

How can you tell fact from fiction and avoid falling for and spreading falsehoods about the war in Ukraine? The post True or false? How to spot – and stop – fake news appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

No sector or organization is immune to rapidly escalating cyberthreats, but when it comes to healthcare, the stakes couldn’t be higher The post Securing healthcare: An IT health check on the state of the sector appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Organizations worldwide should remain on high alert for cyberattacks as the risk of major cyber-spillover from the crisis in Ukraine continues to loom large The post Cyber‑readiness in the face of an escalated gray zone conflict appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Press play to hear Aryeh Goretsky, Jean-Ian Boutin and Robert Lipovsky discuss how recent malware attacks in Ukraine tie into years of cyberattacks against the country The post ESET Research Podcast: Ukraine’s past and present cyberwar appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

If you look back at the long arc of history, it’s clear that one of the most crucial drivers of real progress in society is innovation The post Innovation and the Roots of Progress appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers uncover a new wiper that attacks Ukrainian organizations and a worm component that spreads HermeticWiper in local networks The post IsaacWiper and HermeticWizard: New wiper and worm targeting Ukraine appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Looking to help people in Ukraine? Donate wisely – do your research first so you give without getting scammed The post Beware of charity scams exploiting war in Ukraine appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As the conflict in Ukraine heightens the risk of cyberattacks globally, what can organizations do to improve their resiliency? The post #ShieldsUp – Now is the time to double‑check cybersecurity processes and operations appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Hundreds of computers in Ukraine compromised just hours after a wave of DDoS attacks brings down a number of Ukrainian websites The post HermeticWiper: New data‑wiping malware hits Ukraine appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The climate solutions we need to transform every sector are here. The question is: what role will you play in this transformation? You, your community, your business, your government? The post Technology, Progress, and Climate appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

It’s never too late to prevent children from being dragged to the dark side and to ensure their skills are a force for good The post Teenage cybercrime: How to stop kids from taking the wrong path appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Make no mistake, counting on a computer is not as easy as it may seem. Here’s what happens when a number gets “too big”. The post Integer overflow: How does it occur and how can it be prevented? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Progress is a driving force of humanity, but what does that word “progress” really mean and what part do we have to play? The post Folding the impossible into the reality of normal life appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Why would a tax agency contractor’s privacy policy mention collecting information about my Facebook friends? The post Questions linger after IRS’s about‑face on facial recognition appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

How well retailers can manage the surge in cyberthreats may be crucial for their prospects in a post‑pandemic world The post From the back office to the till: Cybersecurity challenges facing global retailers appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

A trip into the dark corners of Telegram, which has become a magnet for criminals peddling everything from illegal drugs to fake money and COVID-19 vaccine passes The post Hidden in plain sight: How the dark web is spilling onto social media appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

A view of the T3 2021 threat landscape as seen by ESET telemetry and from the perspective of ESET threat detection and research experts The post ESET Threat Report T3 2021 appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

No more turning a blind eye to algorithmic bias and discrimination if US lawmakers get their way The post US: Your AI has to explain its decisions appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Some fraudsters may use low-tech tactics to steal your sensitive information – peering over your shoulder as you enter that data is one of them The post Shoulder surfing: Watch out for eagle‑eyed snoopers peeking at your phone appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Think your smartphone has been compromised by malware? Here’s how to spot the signs of a hacked phone and how to remove the hacker from your phone. The post How to tell if your phone has been hacked appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The trade-off between using a free service and giving up our personal data becomes much less palatable when we think about the wider ramifications of the collection and use of our personal data The post Beyond the tick box: What to consider before agreeing to a privacy policy appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Should you beware of wearables? Here’s what you should know about the potential security and privacy risks of your smartwatch or fitness tracker. The post Every breath you take, every move you make: Do fitness trackers pose privacy risks? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Hong Kong pro-democracy radio station website compromised to serve a Safari exploit that installed cyberespionage malware on site visitors’ Macs The post Watering hole deploys new macOS malware, DazzleSpy, in Asia appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Somebody could easily take control of your PayPal account and steal money from you if you’re not careful – here’s how to stay safe from a simple but effective attack The post How I hacked my friend’s PayPal account appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Think your email may have been hacked? Here are the signs to look for, how account takeover attacks commonly occur, and how to recover your account and avoid falling victim again The post How to know if your email has been hacked appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers take a deep look into recent attacks carried out by Donot Team throughout 2020 and 2021, targeting government and military entities in several South Asian countries The post DoNot Go! Do not respawn! appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Do you often take to social media to broadcast details about your job, employer or coworkers? Think before you share – less may be more. The post Social media in the workplace: Cybersecurity dos and don’ts for employees appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Is loyalty fraud on your radar? Here’s why your hard-earned reward points and air miles may be easy pickings for cybercriminals. The post Making loyalty pay: How to keep your loyalty rewards safe from scammers appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As you attempt to strike it rich in the digital gold rush, make sure you know how to recognize various schemes that want to part you from your digital coins The post Cryptocurrency scams: What to know and how to protect yourself appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

We don’t need no stinkin’ wall power as CES shows off the power and promise of usable long-range wireless charging The post CES 2022: Wireless power for all appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers look at malware that abuses vulnerabilities in kernel drivers and outline mitigation techniques against this type of exploitation The post Signed kernel drivers – Unguarded gateway to Windows’ core appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

But as we learned in mashing up other technologies, the security devil is in the details The post CES 2022 – the “anyone can make an electric car” edition appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

A sea of sensors will soon influence almost everything in your world The post CES 2022: More sensors than people appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

From social engineering to looking over your shoulder, here are some of the most common tricks that bad guys use to steal passwords The post 5 ways hackers steal passwords (and how to stop them) appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

How can you help your kids navigate Instagram safely? Here are a few tips to help you protect their privacy on the app. The post Instagram and teens: A quick guide for parents to keep their kids safe appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Be alert, be proactive and break these 10 bad habits to improve your cyber-hygiene in 2022 The post Breaking the habit: Top 10 bad cybersecurity habits to shed in 2022 appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As we usher in the New Year, let’s take a look at some statistics that will help you stay up-to-date on recent cybersecurity trends The post 22 cybersecurity statistics to know for 2022 appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As we close out another year like no other, let’s look back at some of the most notable cybersecurity stories that shaped 2021 The post 2021 in review: The biggest cybersecurity stories of the year appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Don’t leave your kids to their own devices – give them a head start with staying safe online instead The post This holiday season, give your children the gift of cybersecurity awareness appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

As you down tools for the holiday season, be sure to also switch off the standby lights – it’s both cost effective and better for the environment The post Don’t forget to unplug your devices before you leave for the holidays! appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The grand finale of our series dedicated to demystifying Latin American banking trojans The post The dirty dozen of Latin America: From Amavaldo to Zumanek appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Hundreds of thousands of attempts to exploit the vulnerability are under way The post What every business leader needs to know about Log4Shell appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

By spotting these early warning signs of identity theft, you can minimize the impact on you and your family The post 5 warning signs your identity has been stolen appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The critical flaw in the ubiquitous Log4j utility has sent shockwaves far beyond the security industry – here’s what we know so far The post Log4Shell vulnerability: What we know so far appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Oh snap! This is how easy it may be for somebody to hijack your Snapchat account – all they need to do is peer over your shoulder. The post SnapHack: Watch out for those who can hack into anyone’s Snapchat! appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

It often pays to look a gift horse in the mouth – recognizing these types of gift card fraud will go a long way toward helping you stay safe from this growing threat not just this holiday season The post 5 common gift card scams and how to spot them appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Ever since the Morris worm, buffer overflows have become notorious fare in the world of vulnerabilities The post What are buffer overflow attacks and how are they thwarted? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Press play for the first episode as host Aryeh Goretsky is joined by Zuzana Hromcová to discuss native IIS malware The post Launching ESET Research Podcast: A peek behind the scenes of ESET discoveries appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers studied all the malicious frameworks ever reported publicly that have been used to attack air-gapped networks and are releasing a side-by-side comparison of their most important TTPs The post Jumping the air gap: 15 years of nation‑state effort appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The INTERPOL-led operation involved law enforcement from 20 countries and led to the seizure of millions of dollars in illicit gains The post More than 1,000 arrested in global crackdown on online fraud appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

‘Tis the season to avoid getting played by scammers hijacking Twitter accounts and promoting fake offers for PlayStation 5 consoles and other red-hot products The post The triangle of holiday shopping: Scams, social media and supply chain woes appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

With the holiday shopping bonanza right around the corner, here’s how to make sure your online spending spree is hacker-free The post Avoiding the shopping blues: How to shop online safely this holiday season appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Threat actors have previously timed ransomware and other attacks to coincide with holidays and weekends The post FBI, CISA urge organizations to be on guard for attacks during holidays appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Receiving a breach notification doesn’t mean you’re doomed – here’s what you should consider doing in the hours and days after learning that your personal data has been exposed The post What to do if you receive a data breach notice appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

US Government declassifies cybersecurity subjects they want you to learn about, and is hoping to pay you to learn them The post US Government declassifies data to foster would‑be defenders appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

A victim of identity theft tells us how criminals used his identity to commit fraud and what it took to put his life back in order The post ‘My bank account was in a shambles’: The ordeal of an identity theft victim appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

ESET researchers have discovered strategic web compromise (aka watering hole) attacks against high‑profile websites in the Middle East The post Strategic web compromises in the Middle East with a pinch of Candiru appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Hackers break into the Bureau’s email systems to send out at least 100,000 emails warning recipients of imminent cyberattacks The post FBI systems compromised to send out fake attack alerts appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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 security breach The post When the alarms go off: 10 key steps to take after a data breach appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The tech giant wins an appeal against a claim that it unlawfully collected personal data of millions of iPhone users The post Google scores big win as court blocks iPhone tracking lawsuit appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

An attacker gained access to some of Robinhood’s customer support systems and stole the personal data of around a third of the app’s userbase The post Robinhood data breach affects 7 million people appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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. The post Passwordless authentication: Is your company ready to move beyond passwords? appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Beyond the vulnerability in the Android kernel, the monthly round of security patches plugs another 38 security loopholes The post Google squashes Android zero‑day bug exploited in targeted attacks appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Security and privacy get a leg up in Proton’s legal challenge against data retention and disclosure obligations The post Win one for privacy – Swiss providers don’t have to talk appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Three ESET malware researchers describe what their job involves and what it takes to embark on a successful career in this field The post What’s it like to work as a malware researcher? 10 questions answered appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

On top of illegally streaming sports games for profit, the man is also believed to have attempted to extort MLB for $150,000 The post Man charged with hacking major US sports leagues to illegally stream games appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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? The post 5 tips for parents for a cybersecure Halloween appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

The police sting spanned three continents and involved crackdowns in nine countries The post Dark HunTOR: 150 arrested, $31 million seized in major dark web bust appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

There are no code, functionality or operational similarities to suggest that this is a tool from a known threat actor The post Wslink: Unique and undocumented malicious loader that runs as a server appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

Organizations that aim to pull ahead of the competition need to develop a strong security culture from top to bottom The post Putting cybersecurity first: Why secure‑by‑design must be the norm appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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. The post Cybersecurity careers: What to know and how to get started appeared first on WeLiveSecurity

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 The post Brave browser replaces Google with its own search engine appeared first on WeLiveSecurity