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Say Hello to ESET Smart Security 9 and ESET NOD32 Antivirus 9

October 15, 2015

Full-featured, Windows 10 compatible security software praised by reviewers is now available worldwide. ESET unveiled the availability of its new security solutions for Windows home users: ESET Smart Security® 9 and ESET NOD32® Antivirus 9. Both have a completely re-engineered user interface and ESET Smart Security 9 features a new tool to protect customers’ banking … More Say Hello to ESET Smart Security 9 and ESET NOD32 Antivirus 9

Beware banking trojans and their nasty helpers

October 14, 2015

Banking trojans are rife, infecting thousands of users around the globe and helping cybercriminals gain illegal access to banking credentials and account information. But to do this, they often need assistance from an assortment of trojan downloaders, webinject files and the like. In this feature, we take a closer look at four especially severe examples. … More Beware banking trojans and their nasty helpers

3 recommendations that can make your applications safer

October 12, 2015

In today’s fast-paced world, software developers are often pushed to their limits, especially when it comes to working on projects with strict deadlines (and often commissioned at short notice). These “quick deliveries” come with a price though, as unwanted flaws and vulnerabilities may sneak into the code. But there are ways of mitigating these risks, … More 3 recommendations that can make your applications safer

Webcam hacker spent up to 12 hours a day watching his victims

October 9, 2015

A hacker who used the notorious Blackshades RAT malware to hijack webcams on computers, and secretly watch people engaged in sexual activity, has avoided prison. Stefan Rigo, of Leeds in the United Kingdom, was said to have voyeuristically observed his victims – over half of whom were personally known to him – for between five … More Webcam hacker spent up to 12 hours a day watching his victims

Android AdDisplay using anti-bouncer technique

October 8, 2015

One of the most common ways of spreading Android malware – including malware found on the official Google Play Store – is by masquerading as a legitimate popular application. The last such example that we discussed on WeLiveSecurity was a fake Dubsmash app and Android/TrojanDropper.Mapin compromising tens of thousands of users’ devices. In order to help make … More Android AdDisplay using anti-bouncer technique