Hello, is it me you’re looking for? How scammers get your phone number

Your humble phone number is more valuable than you may think. Here’s how it could fall into the wrong hands – and how you can help keep it out of the reach of fraudsters. What might be one of the easiest ways to scam someone out of their money – anonymously, of course? Would it … More Hello, is it me you’re looking for? How scammers get your phone number

Should ransomware payments be banned?

The issue of whether to ban ransomware payments is a hotly debated topic in cybersecurity and policy circles. What are the implications of outlawing these payments, and would the ban be effective? Back in May, we weighed in on the UK’s apparent plan to make it illegal for critical infrastructure entities to pay ransomware attackers. The move … More Should ransomware payments be banned?

Raising digital natives: Debunking tech fears for parents

Parents – especially those who grew up in a less digital world – often worry about the impact of technology on their children’s lives. They worry about their kids’ physical and mental health, social life, or their schoolwork. Let’s explore some common concerns and debunk the myths together, ensuring we raise a generation of savvy … More Raising digital natives: Debunking tech fears for parents

ESET recognised as a Customers’ Choice for Midsize Enterprises

ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, has been named a Customers’ Choice for Midsize Enterprises in the 2024 Gartner® Peer Insights™ ´Voice of the Customer´ for Endpoint Protection Platforms. This distinction is based on reviews from 220 verified end-user professionals, and we believe that it focuses on their direct experience with operating the ESET PROTECT … More ESET recognised as a Customers’ Choice for Midsize Enterprises

Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them

As security challenges loom large on the IoT landscape, how can we effectively counter the risks of integrating our physical and digital worlds? Imagine all traffic lights in a city turning green simultaneously, much like in Die Hard 4. Could a movie plot become a reality? Does it actually require a great leap of the imagination? … More Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them