ESET stories - Page 3
Surge in Android banking malware and RDP attacks - ESET
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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A new report from cybersecurity firm ESET has revealed rapid abuse of trending vulnerabilities and configuration flaws by cyber crooks.
Android stalkerware on the rise
Tue, 18th May 2021
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stalkerware
ESET research reveals a significant increase in Android stalkerware detections, with serious security and privacy issues identified in these monitoring apps.
Ransomware ravages Ireland's health service - experts comment
Mon, 17th May 2021
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Ireland's National Cyber Security Centre points to the 'Conti' ransomware variant, which caused the HSE's IT systems to shut down over the weekend.
ESET reveals APT groups exploiting Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
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A number of advanced persistent threat (APT) groups are exploiting the latest Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities, according to new ESET research.
Cybercriminals leverage remote desktop protocol to brute force attacks
Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attacks surged by 768% in 2020, driven by remote working and COVID-19, according to a report by ESET.
IDC names ESET a Major Player second year running
Thu, 26th Nov 2020
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unified threat management
ESET has been recognized as a Major Player in mobile threat management for the second year in a row, according to IDC MarketScape.
ESET launches Microsoft 365 security software solution
Tue, 3rd Nov 2020
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microsoft 365
The solution allows for total control and visibility over threats, with immediate notification when the detection of malware occurs.
ESET launches the latest version of its Mobile Security solution
Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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ESET releases version 6.0 of its Mobile Security solution, protecting Android users against malware, phishing, and financial threats.
Emotet malware is on a rampage after months of silence
Thu, 10th Sep 2020
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CERT agencies around the world are reporting a surge in cyber attacks related to the Emotet malware, which is being distributed by email.
Shlayer malware proves Apple devices aren't as secure as you think
Wed, 9th Sep 2020
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Apple's notarisation processes are failing to keep the company's software secure, as threat actors find ways around it, according to security experts.
Cryptomining trojan malware discovered by ESET researchers
Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Newly discovered malware, KryptoCibule, is targeting victims in Czechia and Slovakia to steal cryptocurrencies undetected.
How does MSFT Defender compare to ESET?
Tue, 11th Aug 2020
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endpoint protection
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cybersecurity
Although Microsoft Defender has gained market share and made some advancements in their offerings, it is not a silver bullet, writes Chillisoft's CEO.
7 VPN services leaked data of 20 million users - report
Mon, 27th Jul 2020
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Seven VPN providers leaked personal data of over 20 million users, raising concerns about their security practices.
ESET uncovers chat app malware spying and stealing user's data
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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malware
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application security
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cybersecurity
New cyber-espionage operation targeted at Middle East users disguises itself as a chat app, according to ESET researchers.
Report: Brute-force attacks feed on remote working vulnerabilities
Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
A new report from ESET has detailed the extent to which attackers employ brute-force tactics to infiltrate remote desktop protocols.
Cyber attacks use LinkedIn to target companies and employees
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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Researchers at ESET have exposed a sophisticated cyber campaign using LinkedIn messages to target companies and employees for financial gain and espionage.
Microsoft warns of huge email phishing scam
Mon, 25th May 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Microsoft alerts users to a massive COVID-19 phishing scam using bogus John Hopkins emails to install a dangerous remote access tool on victims' systems.
ESET included in Forrester Enterprise EDR report
Thu, 21st May 2020
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endpoint protection
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cybersecurity
The report provides an overview of the technology players in the EDR market and offers insights into understanding their capabilities.
Twitter employees can choose to work from home forever
Thu, 14th May 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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Twitter has announced that its employees can work from home indefinitely, stating that remote working has been a huge success.
WHO urges caution after emails, passwords stolen
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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phishing
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email security
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breach prevention
Approximately 450 active WHO email addresses and passwords, and emails belonging to others working on fighting COVID-19, were leaked on the internet.