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How does MSFT Defender compare to ESET?

Although Microsoft Defender has gained market share and made some advancements in their offerings, it is not a silver bullet, writes Chillisoft's CEO.

By Alex Teh • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Aug 2020

Global Stories

ESET stories

Malware

Shlayer malware proves Apple devices aren't as secure as you think

Apple's notarisation processes are failing to keep the company's software secure, as threat actors find ways around it, according to security experts.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2020

Firewalls

Cryptomining trojan malware discovered by ESET researchers

Newly discovered malware, KryptoCibule, is targeting victims in Czechia and Slovakia to steal cryptocurrencies undetected.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Sep 2020

Virtual Private Networks

7 VPN services leaked data of 20 million users - report

Seven VPN providers leaked personal data of over 20 million users, raising concerns about their security practices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2020

Malware

ESET uncovers chat app malware spying and stealing user's data

New cyber-espionage operation targeted at Middle East users disguises itself as a chat app, according to ESET researchers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2020

Malware

Report: Brute-force attacks feed on remote working vulnerabilities

A new report from ESET has detailed the extent to which attackers employ brute-force tactics to infiltrate remote desktop protocols.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020

Cyber attacks use LinkedIn to target companies and employees

Researchers at ESET have exposed a sophisticated cyber campaign using LinkedIn messages to target companies and employees for financial gain and espionage.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jun 2020

Phishing

Microsoft warns of huge email phishing scam

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 25th May 2020

Endpoint Protection

ESET included in Forrester Enterprise EDR report

The report provides an overview of the technology players in the EDR market and offers insights into understanding their capabilities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 21st May 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

Twitter employees can choose to work from home forever

Twitter has announced that its employees can work from home indefinitely, stating that remote working has been a huge success.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 14th May 2020

Phishing

WHO urges caution after emails, passwords stolen

Approximately 450 active WHO email addresses and passwords, and emails belonging to others working on fighting COVID-19, were leaked on the internet.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2020

Hybrid & Remote Work

ESET launches resource to protect remote workers during COVID-19

ESET has released a security checklist to help Australian and New Zealand businesses transition to remote working securely.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020

Microsoft

Microsoft IE vulnerability to go unpatched until mid-Feb

A blog post from security vendor ESET has outlined the risk of the zero-day for those who are still using the relic browser of internet-past.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2020

Firewalls

Kaspersky named top dog in Canalys channel satisfaction report

The company was named the top cybersecurity vendor for channel satisfaction after achieving the highest overall rating against 10 others.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2020

Cybersecurity

ESET urges parents to consider security protection for their children

While many parents worry about their child's online activity, many are not taking precautionary measures, according to new insights from ESET.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sat, 14th Dec 2019

Gaming

Hands-on Review: ESET Endpoint Protection Advanced Cloud

ESET Endpoint Protection Advanced Cloud is an umbrella of security for business users that integrates the most essential endpoint products.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Protect your family from cyberthreats with ESET Smart Security Premium

As cybercriminals ramp up activity over the holidays, ESET Smart Security Premium offers robust, user-friendly protection for families against online threats.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019