Tag: Security

Fake cryptocurrency apps crop up on Google Play as bitcoin price rises

May 23, 2019

ESET researchers have analyzed fake cryptocurrency wallets emerging on Google Play at the time of bitcoin’s renewed growth. May 2019 has seen bitcoin growing, with its price climbing to its highest points since September 2018. Not surprisingly, cybercrooks were quick to notice this development and started upping their efforts in targeting cryptocurrency users with various … More Fake cryptocurrency apps crop up on Google Play as bitcoin price rises

Cybersecurity training and awareness: helpful resources for educators

May 22, 2019

Free resources for cybersecurity awareness and training are out there – links to many of them are provided here. Cybersecurity training and awareness programs need not break the budget. This article lists free resources that are readily accessible and can help you find ideas, content, and contacts to assist in your efforts. Of course, as … More Cybersecurity training and awareness: helpful resources for educators

ESET Internet Security recognized with awards from AV Comparatives and Virus Bulletin

May 21, 2019

ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity, has received awards from both AV Comparatives and Virus Bulletin for their ESET Internet Security product for Windows. AV Comparatives, a world-renowned independent testing and certification body, has awarded ESET Internet Security first place in their Performance Test – Impact of Consumer Security Software on System Performance report. ESET scored 99.7 out of … More ESET Internet Security recognized with awards from AV Comparatives and Virus Bulletin

What the ban on facial recognition tech will – and will not – do

May 21, 2019

As San Francisco moves to regulate the use of facial recognition systems, we reflect on some of the many ‘faces’ of the fast-growing technology. Last week, San Francisco became the first city in the United States to ban the use of facial recognition technology, at least by law enforcement, local agencies, and the city’s transport … More What the ban on facial recognition tech will – and will not – do

NSA’s EternalBlue exploit reaching new heights since WannaCryptor outbreak

May 17, 2019

Attack attempts involving the USA’s National Security Agency’s exploit are in hundreds of thousands daily. It has been two years since EternalBlue opened the door to one of the nastiest ransomware outbreaks in history, known as WannaCryptor (or WannaCry). Since the now-infamous malware incident, attempts to use the exploit have only been growing in prevalence. Currently … More NSA’s EternalBlue exploit reaching new heights since WannaCryptor outbreak