Category: Security News

Realistic looking phishing websites work 45% of the time, Google claims

November 11, 2014

Google has teamed up with the University of California in San Diego to publish surprising new research about phishing, how effective it is and how scammers work their phishing operations. The study found, amongst a few startling revelations, that an effective phishing website (specifically one that looks legitimate and realistically like the expected website) will … More Realistic looking phishing websites work 45% of the time, Google claims

WireLurker: new malware targets Apple users

November 7, 2014

A new malware has been discovered that targets both Apple Mac computers and iPhones. Dubbed WireLurker, it is the first known malware that can infect iPhones that have not been jailbroken. ESET detects the malware as OSX/WireLurker.A. It infects users through a third party Mac application store in China called Maiyadi. Once on the iMac or … More WireLurker: new malware targets Apple users

ESET Reviews Scariest Zombie Botnets and Offers Safe Online Tips for Halloween

October 31, 2014

With Halloween here, ESET Ireland has the safety of online users on their mind once again. So what are the surfers to steer clear of on this day? And what is the scariest zombie malware out there? Let’s have a look at both security tips and take a look at the scariest zombie botnets. ESET … More ESET Reviews Scariest Zombie Botnets and Offers Safe Online Tips for Halloween

42% of Americans hit by regular online attacks, says Microsoft survey

October 28, 2014

A study by Microsoft has revealed that 42 percent of Americans face ‘weekly or daily’ attacks by cybercriminals trying to access their computers, Network World reports. 1,006 people aged between 18 to 74 were polled, and the survey discovered that alongside the 42% of US citizens who endure weekly attacks on their PC, 28% noticed attempts … More 42% of Americans hit by regular online attacks, says Microsoft survey