Tag: cybersecurity

Macron’s bodyguards reveal his location by sharing Strava data

October 31, 2024

Members of the Security Group for the Presidency of the Republic (GSPR), who protect President Emmanuel Macron, have been inadvertently sharing their locations via the fitness app Strava. This has made it possible to track Macron’s movements, according to an investigation by Le Monde*, as his bodyguards’ workout sessions were publicly visible. The issue highlights … More Macron’s bodyguards reveal his location by sharing Strava data

How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

October 30, 2024

Have you ever googled yourself? Were you happy with what came up? If not, consider requesting the removal of your personal information from search results. In today’s digital age, maintaining control over your personal information is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re concerned about privacy, security, or simply want to manage your online presence, knowing … More How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

Identity theft is getting personal. What to do if you’ve found yourself on a list of breached personal data

October 29, 2024

With its latest Ultimate subscription tier for consumers, ESET introduces a globally available Identity Protection service that regularly scans black markets on the dark web for stolen personal data and identity. Sometimes life can be unfair. Let’s say you are a tech-savvy person who often serves as home admin for your family and are well … More Identity theft is getting personal. What to do if you’ve found yourself on a list of breached personal data

Don’t become a statistic: Defending your personal data from dark web criminals

October 29, 2024

You may not always stop your personal information from ending up in the internet’s dark recesses, but you can take steps to protect yourself from criminals looking to exploit it. How did 44% members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and 68% of British MPs let their personal details end up circulating on the dark web? The … More Don’t become a statistic: Defending your personal data from dark web criminals

ESET Research Podcast: CosmicBeetle

October 25, 2024

Learn how a rather clumsy cybercrime group wielding buggy malicious tools managed to compromise a number of SMBs in various parts of the world Some cybercriminal groups are sophisticated, create advanced schemes, cooperate with other attackers and do everything to stay under the radar. Then there are threat actors like CosmicBeetle – they lack the … More ESET Research Podcast: CosmicBeetle