Tag: Security

Should the cybersecurity world prepare for AI-based critical infrastructure attacks?

June 26, 2023

Imagining a future, in which anyone could be attacked by an intelligence beyond the means of  humans is rather scary. Perhaps that’s why AI is better imagined as another tool to support people’s work. Again, however, the combined capability of such a human actor is also of concern, especially if said actor does not have … More Should the cybersecurity world prepare for AI-based critical infrastructure attacks?

Lowering your energy costs – ESET’s contribution to greener IT practices

June 23, 2023

Running a business has become more costly since inflation and the rise of energy prices facilitated a new age of cost-saving measures so businesses could still keep their profits to a certain degree. This all is underlined by a continuous move to Cloud-backed solutions, which should help companies with lowering their infrastructural, network, staffing, and location costs … More Lowering your energy costs – ESET’s contribution to greener IT practices

Passwords out, passkeys in: are you ready to make the switch?

June 22, 2023

With passkeys poised for prime time, passwords seem passé. What are the main benefits of ditching one in favor of the other? Chances are good that many of us have had enough of passwords. In a world where we have to manage access for scores of online accounts, passwords no longer seem fit for purpose. Many … More Passwords out, passkeys in: are you ready to make the switch?

Over 100,000 ChatGPT accounts stolen via info-stealing malware

June 21, 2023

According to Bleeping Computer*, ​More than 101,000 ChatGPT user accounts have been stolen by information-stealing malware over the past year, according to dark web marketplace data. Cyberintelligence firm Group-IB reports having identified over a hundred thousand info-stealer logs on various underground websites containing ChatGPT accounts, with the peak observed in May 2023, when threat actors … More Over 100,000 ChatGPT accounts stolen via info-stealing malware

Going on vacation soon? Stay one step ahead of travel scammers

June 21, 2023

From bogus free trips to fake rental homes, here are some of the most common online threats you should look out for both before and during your travels. As the mercury rises and we look forward to vacationing in sunnier climbs, it’s also time to keep one eye peeled for internet scams and cyberthreats. Travel … More Going on vacation soon? Stay one step ahead of travel scammers