Did malware disrupt newspaper deliveries in major US cities? Here’s what’s known about the incident so far and the leading suspect: Ryuk ransomware. Plus, advice on defending your organization against such attacks.
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As the curtain slowly falls on yet another eventful year in cybersecurity, let’s look back on some of the finest malware analysis by ESET researchers in 2018
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An analysis of the workings of this new Emotet campaign, which has affected various countries in Latin America by taking advantage of Microsoft Office files to hide its malicious activity
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Disposal of old tech requires thought and effort and the need to cleanse the device of any personal data is just one of the concerns
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There is still some time left to pick up some last-minute shopping before it’s too late but in the rush to do so don’t forget to do it safely
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The unfortunate implications of a well-intentioned change to Google Play Developer policies – and the negative impact it has on ESET’s Android app customers
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Details are sparse about a security hole that Microsoft said is being exploited in targeted attacks
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Some useful advice for staying safe while hunting for bargains in this holiday season
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A probe launched immediately after the discovery of the suspected incident has yet to establish the scale of the potential damage
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In December 2013 news broke that Target suffered a breach that forced consumers and the cybersecurity community to question the security practices of retailers
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With just days left in 2018, ESET experts offer their reflections in ‘Cybersecurity Trends 2019’ on themes that are set to figure prominently in the upcoming year
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Beyond the usual suspects among the worst of passwords, a handful of notable – but similarly poor – choices make their debuts
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As the threat of bogus apps continues, what can we do to protect ourselves against these fraudulent practices?
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Android Trojan steals money from PayPal accounts, the next generation of Dark Markets, and the Google+ to shut down earlier after new bug
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An interview with ESET researchers Tomáš Gardoň and Filip Kafka on their research of a malware toolkit used in espionage against the Malaysian government
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There is no evidence that the flaw was misused during the six days it was alive, said the tech giant
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ESET researchers discovered a new Android Trojan using a novel Accessibility-abusing technique that targets the official PayPal app, and is capable of bypassing PayPal’s two-factor authentication
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The “evolution” of these markets is making cybercrime easier than ever before
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DanaBot operators have been expanding the malware’s scope with new spam-sending capability. ESET researchers discovered a set of previously undocumented Linux malware families based on OpenSSH. Plus fitness-tracking apps use dodgy in-app payments to steal money from unaware iPhone and iPad users
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ESET research shows that DanaBot operators have been expanding the malware’s scope and possibly cooperating with another criminal group
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ESET researchers discovered a set of previously undocumented Linux malware families based on OpenSSH. In the white paper, “The Dark Side of the ForSSHe”, they release analysis of 21 malware families to improve the prevention, detection and remediation of such threats
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Fitness-tracking apps use dodgy in-app payments to steal money from unaware iPhone and iPad users
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A welcome return to the hacker conferences of yesteryear
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Defensive steps for Marriott Starwood guests worried their personal information may have been compromised by the massive data breach
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A recent survey carried out by ESET has revealed that Americans are worried most about cyberattacks on the financial sector, listing it above attacks against hospitals, voting systems, or energy supply companies
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International law enforcement swoops on fake ad viewing outfit. Cyber Monday spam from Emotet. German chat site fined after GDPR data breach.
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The hacking and extortion scheme took place over a 34-month period with the SamSam ransomware affecting over 200 organizations in the US and Canada
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International law enforcement swoops on fake ad viewing outfit
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The country’s first fine under GDPR is lower than might have been expected, however, as the company earns praise for its post-incident cooperation and enhanced security measures
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As we increasingly make use of our smartphones to satisfy our shopping needs, let’s shine a light on how these hubs of our digital lives can be used to shop securely, on and around a day dedicated to online deals
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New watering hole attack in Southeast Asia uncovered. The latest on Sednit. Plus some tips for Black Friday shopping.
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The suspect is believed to have carried out the scam on no fewer than six executives in the Bay Area, albeit ultimately with varying success
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Emotet starts another massive spam campaign just as Black Friday begins to pick up steam
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As the unofficial beginning of the holiday shopping season catches us up in the frenetic hunt for all those fantastic bargains, the shopping bonanza presents a host of risks to your online safety. Here are a few tips for going on a shopping spree and staying safe
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The software giant takes passwords one step closer to obsolescence as it now enables users to log into their Microsoft accounts with more modern forms of authentication
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The breach exposed the personal data of 160,000 people and cost the telecom company £77 million
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In August 2018, Sednit’s operators deployed two new Zebrocy components, and since then we have seen an uptick in Zebrocy deployments, with targets in Central Asia, as well as countries in Central and Eastern Europe, notably embassies, ministries of foreign affairs, and diplomats.
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ESET researchers identified 21 distinct websites that had been compromised including some particularly notable government and media sites
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90% of Canadians surveyed agreed that cybercrime was an important "challenge to the internal security of Canada"
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GDPR-themed WordPress plugin flaw exploited. Google’s data charts path to avoiding malware on Android. Plus security researchers bypass encryption on self-encrypting drives
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Industry standard specification does not guarantee the safety of the self-encrypting drives despite verification
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Almost all young people recycle their passwords, often doing so across work and personal accounts
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The campaign’s goals aren’t immediately clear, as the malefactors don’t appear to be leveraging the hijacked websites for further nefarious purposes
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A look back at two of the most damaging malicious codes of the 1990s
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How much higher are the odds that your device will be exposed to malware if you download apps from outside Google Play or if you use one of Android’s older versions? Google has the numbers
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The recent spike in Emotet activity shows that it remains an active threat
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Latest ESET research shows just how far attackers will go in order to steal bitcoin from customers of one specific virtual currency exchange
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This is the third time that the air force wants ethical hackers to uncover chinks in its digital armor
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Prevention is the best option but people continue to search for the easiest way out
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The move is part of Google’s continued clampdown on adverts that are intended to hoodwink users
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