Category Archives: cyber
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.
Cyber insurance as part of the cyber threat mitigation strategy
Why organizations of every size and industry should explore their cyber insurance options as a crucial component of their risk mitigation strategies
ESET Threat Report H1 2024
A view of the H1 2024 threat landscape as seen by ESET telemetry and from the perspective of ESET threat detection and research experts
Buying a VPN? Here’s what to know and look for
VPNs are not all created equal – make sure to choose the right provider that will help keep your data safe from prying eyes
The long-tail costs of a data breach – Week in security with Tony Anscombe
Understanding and preparing for the potential long-tail costs of data breaches is crucial for businesses that aim to mitigate the impact of security incidents
My health information has been stolen. Now what?
As health data continues to be a prized target for hackers, here’s how to minimize the fallout from a breach impacting your own health records
