Category: Security News

ESET discovers targeted attack via fake messaging apps, available on web and Google Play

April 10, 2024

ESET researchers have discovered an active espionage campaign named eXotic Visit, targeting Android users with apps primarily posing as messaging services. While these apps offer functional services as bait, they are bundled with the open-source XploitSPY malware. ESET has named this campaign eXotic Visit and has tracked its activities from November 2021 through to the … More ESET discovers targeted attack via fake messaging apps, available on web and Google Play

7 reasons why cybercriminals want your personal data

April 8, 2024

Guard your personal information like your life depends on it – because it does Whenever we’re online, we leave a trail of data behind. As our lives are increasingly intertwined with digital technology, our digital footprints continue to grow larger. Some pieces of data that we generate, such as when posting on social media or purchasing products … More 7 reasons why cybercriminals want your personal data

How often should you change your passwords?

April 3, 2024

Answering this question is not as straightforward as it seems. Here’s what you should consider when it comes to keeping your accounts safe. Much has been made over the past few years about the growing potential in passwordless authentication and passkeys. Thanks to the near-ubiquity of smartphone-based facial recognition, the ability to log into your favorite apps or … More How often should you change your passwords?

Malware hiding in pictures? More likely than you think

April 2, 2024

There is more to some images than meets the eye – their seemingly innocent façade can mask a sinister threat. Cybersecurity software has grown quite capable of detecting suspicious files, and with businesses becoming increasingly aware of the need to up their security posture with additional layers of protection, subterfuge to evade detection has become … More Malware hiding in pictures? More likely than you think