Author: ESET Ireland

Flaws in smart car alarms exposed 3 million cars to hijack

March 11, 2019

The vulnerabilities, which resided in associated smartphone apps, were both easy to find and easy to fix. Two smart alarm systems for cars have plugged critical security holes that put three million vehicles globally at risk of being hijacked, research by Pen Test Partners reveals. If exploited, the vulnerabilities would have enabled anyone to turn the alarm … More Flaws in smart car alarms exposed 3 million cars to hijack

International Women’s Day 2019: How can we be better allies?

March 8, 2019

Every year on March 8, we celebrate International Women’s Day to honor the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. But we also acknowledge that there is still a long way to go before we’ve truly reached gender parity. This day gives us the opportunity to reflect on how we can achieve that balance. … More International Women’s Day 2019: How can we be better allies?

Payment processors remain phishers’ favorites

March 6, 2019

The latest report from the Anti-Phishing Working Group offers a mixed bag of findings about the phishing landscape in 2018. The Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) has released its latest Phishing Activity Trends Report, which shows that the number of fraudulent websites designed to steal people’s sensitive data fell as 2018 went on. The drop – from … More Payment processors remain phishers’ favorites