Category Archives: cyber

Cursed tapes: Exploiting the EvilVideo vulnerability on Telegram for Android

ESET researchers discovered a zero-day Telegram for Android exploit that allows sending malicious files disguised as videos

How adware exposed victims to kernel-level threats – Week in Security with Tony Anscombe

A purported ad blocker marketed as a security solution hides kernel-level malware that inadvertently exposes victims to even more dangerous threats

The complexities of cybersecurity update processes

If a software update process fails, it can lead to catastrophic consequences, as seen today with widespread blue screens of death blamed on a bad update by CrowdStrike

Beyond the blue screen of death: Why software updates matter

The widespread IT outages triggered by a faulty CrowdStrike update have put software updates in the spotlight. Here’s why you shouldn’t dread them.

HotPage: Story of a signed, vulnerable, ad-injecting driver

A study of a sophisticated Chinese browser injector that leaves more doors open!

Small but mighty: Top 5 pocket-sized gadgets to boost your ethical hacking skills

These five formidable bits of kit that can assist cyber-defenders in spotting chinks in corporate armors and help hobbyist hackers deepen their understanding of cybersecurity

Hello, is it me you’re looking for? How scammers get your phone number

Your humble phone number is more valuable than you may think. Here’s how it could fall into the wrong hands – and how you can help keep it out of the reach of fraudsters.

Should ransomware payments be banned? – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

The issue of whether to ban ransomware payments is a hotly debated topic in cybersecurity and policy circles. What are the implications of outlawing these payments, and would the ban be effective?

Understanding IoT security risks and how to mitigate them | Cybersecurity podcast

As security challenges loom large on the IoT landscape, how can we effectively counter the risks of integrating our physical and digital worlds?

5 common Ticketmaster scams: How fraudsters steal the show

Scammers gonna scam scam scam, so before hunting for your tickets to a Taylor Swift gig or other in-demand events, learn how to stop fraudsters from leaving a blank space in your bank account

Social media and teen mental health – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Social media sites are designed to make their users come back for more. Do laws restricting children’s exposure to addictive social media feeds have teeth or are they a political gimmick?

No room for error: Don’t get stung by these common Booking.com scams

From sending phishing emails to posting fake listings, here’s how fraudsters hunt for victims while you’re booking your well-earned vacation

AI in the workplace: The good, the bad, and the algorithmic

While AI can liberate us from tedious tasks and even eliminate human error, it’s crucial to remember its weaknesses and the unique capabilities that humans bring to the table

Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware

Here’s how cybercriminals go after YouTube channels and use them as conduits for fraud – and what you should watch out for when watching videos on the platform

Key trends shaping the threat landscape in H1 2024 – Week in security with Tony Anscombe

Learn about the categories of threats that ‘topped the charts’ and the kinds of techniques that bad actors leveraged most commonly in the first half of this year.