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Cryptocurrency web mining: In union there is profit

Cryptocurrency web mining: In union there is profit

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Cryptocurrency web mining: In union there is profit

Cryptocurrency mining has been used by cybercriminals to make a quick and easy profit while corrupting the victim’s machine in the process.

Matthieu Faou14 Sep 2017


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DownAndExec: Banking malware utilizes CDNs in Brazil

DownAndExec: Banking malware utilizes CDNs in Brazil

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DownAndExec: Banking malware utilizes CDNs in Brazil

Services like Netflix use content delivery networks (CDNs) to maximize bandwidth usage. However, the CDNs might be becoming a new way of spreading malware.

Cassius Puodzius13 Sep 2017


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New ESET research uncovers Gazer, the stealthy backdoor that spies on embassies

New ESET research uncovers Gazer, the stealthy backdoor that spies on embassies

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New ESET research uncovers Gazer, the stealthy backdoor that spies on embassies

Security researchers at ESET have released new research today into the activities of the notorious Turla cyberespionage group.

Graham Cluley30 Aug 2017


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Gamescom 2017: It’s all fun and games until black hats step in

Gamescom 2017: It’s all fun and games until black hats step in

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Gamescom 2017: It’s all fun and games until black hats step in

ESET researchers have discovered a new sneaky malware threat named Joao, targeting gamers worldwide.

Tomáš Gardoň22 Aug 2017


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ESET’s Anton Cherepanov picks up Pwnie for Best Backdoor

ESET’s Anton Cherepanov picks up Pwnie for Best Backdoor

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ESET’s Anton Cherepanov picks up Pwnie for Best Backdoor

Anton Cherepanov, a malware researcher at ESET, has picked up a Pwnie Award for Best Backdoor at this year’s ceremony at Black Hat USA 2017 in Las Vegas.

Editor28 Jul 2017


ESET Research, Mobile Security

Malware found lurking behind every app at alternative Android store

Malware found lurking behind every app at alternative Android store

ESET Research, Mobile Security

Malware found lurking behind every app at alternative Android store

ESET researchers have discovered an Android app store distributing malware on a mass scale.

Peter Stancik25 Jul 2017


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Stantinko: A massive adware campaign operating covertly since 2012

Stantinko: A massive adware campaign operating covertly since 2012

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Stantinko: A massive adware campaign operating covertly since 2012

Since the beginning of 2017, ESET has been conducting an investigation into a complex threat mainly targeting Russia and Ukraine. Stantinko has stood out.

Frédéric Vachon and Matthieu Faou20 Jul 2017


ESET Research, Critical Infrastructure, Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

Everything you need to know about the latest variant of Petya

Everything you need to know about the latest variant of Petya

ESET Research, Critical Infrastructure, Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

Everything you need to know about the latest variant of Petya

The latest global cyberattack, detected by ESET as Win32 / Diskcoder.C, considered a variant of Petya, once again highlights the reality outdated systems and insufficient security solutions are still widespread.

Diego Perez06 Jul 2017


Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

Analysis of TeleBots’ cunning backdoor

Analysis of TeleBots’ cunning backdoor

Ukraine Crisis – Digital Security Resource Center

Analysis of TeleBots’ cunning backdoor

This article reveals details about the initial infection vector that was used during the DiskCoder.C outbreak.

Anton Cherepanov04 Jul 2017