This is the third time in as many weeks that ESET researchers have spotted previously unknown data wiping malware taking aim at Ukrainian organizations. ESET researchers have uncovered yet another destructive data wiper that was used in attacks against organizations in Ukraine. Dubbed CaddyWiper by ESET analysts, the malware was first detected at 11.38 a.m. … More CaddyWiper: New wiper malware discovered in Ukraine
An overview of some of the most popular open-source tools for threat intelligence and threat hunting. As the term threat intelligence can be easily confounded with threat hunting, we will first endeavor to outline some of the differences between them. Threat intelligence refers to the aggregation and enrichment of data to create a recognizable profile … More A first look at threat intelligence and threat hunting tools
How can you tell fact from fiction and avoid falling for and spreading falsehoods about the war in Ukraine? The situation in Ukraine has led to a torrent of fake news, misinformation and disinformation being spread on social media. The fabricated, manipulated and otherwise false and misleading content and narratives reach a global audience and … More True or false? How to spot – and stop – fake news
ESET, a global cybersecurity leader, has been recognized as a Top Player for the third year in a row in Radicati’s 2022 Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) Protection Market Quadrant. The report evaluates 10leading security vendors for their APT Protection solutions, particularly assessing their functionality and strategic vision, with ESET’s Top Player status signifying continued excellence … More ESET recognized as a Top Player in Radicati’s APT Protection Market Quadrant for the third year in a row
Tips to help your kids safely navigate Instagram While many teens have recently been captivated by other social media apps du jour, most notably TikTok, Instagram continues to hold its own among young internet users. Indeed, children aged 13-17 make up eight percent of Instagram’s entire userbase, with the Facebook-owned photo-sharing platform boasting almost 1.4 billion active … More Instagram and teens: A quick guide for parents to keep their kids safe
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