Tag: video

D-Link camera vulnerability allows attackers to tap into the video stream

May 2, 2019

ESET researchers highlight a series of security holes in a device intended to make homes and offices more secure. Many people are looking to improve the security of their homes or offices by installing “smart” cameras. With a direct connection to the internet, their surveillance stream is just a few clicks away and available at … More D-Link camera vulnerability allows attackers to tap into the video stream

ESET records a wave of multi-lingual e-mail based (s)extortion scams scaring victims into payment

April 10, 2019

ESET continues to warn users of fraudulent e-mail messages that seek to extort money, especially from people watching online pornographic videos. The attacker in the email claims they have hacked the intended victim’s device and has recorded the person while watching pornographic content. The email also asserts that the video has not only captured the … More ESET records a wave of multi-lingual e-mail based (s)extortion scams scaring victims into payment

Malware warning for Mac users, after HandBrake mirror download server hacked

May 8, 2017

A mirror download server for the popular tool HandBrake video file-transcoding app has been compromised by hackers, who replaced its Mac edition with malware. The first most Mac users will know about the security incident will be when they visit the app’s website, at https://handbrake.fr, and see a link to a “Security Alert”: Anyone who … More Malware warning for Mac users, after HandBrake mirror download server hacked

Irish Netflix users targeted by a scam website

April 19, 2016

ESET Ireland warns Irish Netflix users of a spam email asking to update their payment method, leading to a fraudulent website ESET Ireland came across a new spam email, purporting to come from Netflix and asking users to “update their payment method” by logging into their Netflix account. Netflix is a global provider of streaming … More Irish Netflix users targeted by a scam website