Tag: data loss

5 million VTech customers affected by major data breach

December 1, 2015

VTech has announced that it has experienced a data breach, which has affected up to five million of its customers. The specialist electronic toys and technology company revealed that its Learning Lodge website, which has been “temporarily suspended”, was compromised on November 14th. Learning Lodge, which is similar to app stores like Google Play, is … More 5 million VTech customers affected by major data breach

IT workers ‘the riskiest users of technology’

October 27, 2015

The business world’s riskiest user of technology is likely to be someone working in IT, according to a new study. Intermedia’s Insider Risk Report 2015 found that contrary to what most people may expect, IT professionals have some of the “poorest security habits” in the workplace. The statistics showed that in comparison with colleagues in other … More IT workers ‘the riskiest users of technology’

ESET acquires recognised Data Encryption leader DESlock+

September 23, 2015

ESET today announces the acquisition of recognised data encryption company DESlock+ and plans to integrate this solution into its broad portfolio of consumer and business products. An older ESET Ireland survey revealed the Irish were rather clueless about data leakage and data protection, but the governmental agencies in European Union are enforcing regulations that require … More ESET acquires recognised Data Encryption leader DESlock+

7 out of 10 Irish youths shared photos that would embarrass them if made public

February 9, 2015

February 10th is Safer Internet Day, promoting online safety, particularly to young people. ESET Ireland has just completed its latest Irish online security survey which showed worrying results among Irish youth. Last year news headlines were full of stories of celebrities online accounts hacked and various private pictures including those of Jennifer Lawrence, Kate Upton, Rihanna, Arianna Grande … More 7 out of 10 Irish youths shared photos that would embarrass them if made public