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Business Security
State-aligned APT groups are increasingly deploying ransomware – and that’s bad news for everyone
Digital Security
AI moves to your PC with its own special hardware
We Live Science
Gary Marcus – Taming Silicon Valley | Starmus Highlights
Untangling the hiring dilemma: How security solutions free up HR processes
MDR: Unlocking the power of enterprise-grade security for businesses of all sizes
Threat Reports, ESET Research
ESET Threat Report T3 2021
A view of the T3 2021 threat landscape as seen by ESET telemetry and from the perspective of ESET threat detection and research experts
Roman Kováč • 09 Feb 2022
US: Your AI has to explain its decisions
No more turning a blind eye to algorithmic bias and discrimination if US lawmakers get their way
Cameron Camp • 08 Feb 2022
Video
Week in security with Tony Anscombe
What to know before scanning a QR code – Has your phone been hacked? – Watch your back and keep shoulder surfers at bay
Editor • 04 Feb 2022
Scams
Think before you scan: How fraudsters can exploit QR codes to steal your money
QR codes are all the rage and scammers have taken notice. Look out for dangers lurking behind those little black-and-white squares.
Cecilia Pastorino • 04 Feb 2022
Shoulder surfing: Watch out for eagle-eyed snoopers peeking at your phone
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
Phil Muncaster • 02 Feb 2022
How To
How to tell if your phone has been hacked
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.
Amer Owaida • 31 Jan 2022
ESET Research uncovers DazzleSpy malware attacks targeting macOS users – Trading personal data for free online services – PayPal hacking made easy
Editor • 28 Jan 2022
Privacy
Beyond the tick box: What to consider before agreeing to a privacy policy
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
Tony Anscombe • 27 Jan 2022
Internet of Things, Privacy
Every breath you take, every move you make: Do fitness trackers pose privacy risks?
Should you beware of wearables? Here’s what you should know about the potential security and privacy risks of your smartwatch or fitness tracker.
Phil Muncaster • 26 Jan 2022
ESET Research
Watering hole deploys new macOS malware, DazzleSpy, in Asia
Hong Kong pro-democracy radio station website compromised to serve a Safari exploit that installed cyberespionage malware on site visitors’ Macs
Marc-Etienne M.Léveillé and Anton Cherepanov • 25 Jan 2022
How I hacked my friend’s PayPal account
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
Jake Moore • 24 Jan 2022
ESET research into Donot Team attacks – Common signs that your email has been hacked – Social media dos and don'ts in the workplace
Editor • 21 Jan 2022
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