Category Archives: cyber

EDR killers explained: Beyond the drivers

ESET researchers dive deeper into the EDR killer ecosystem, disclosing how attackers abuse vulnerable drivers

Face value: What it takes to fool facial recognition

ESET’s Jake Moore used smart glasses, deepfakes and face swaps to ‘hack’ widely-used facial recognition systems – and he’ll demo it all at RSAC 2026

Cyber fallout from the Iran war: What to have on your radar

The cybersecurity implications of the war in the Middle East extend far beyond the region. Here’s where to focus your defenses.

Sednit reloaded: Back in the trenches

The resurgence of one of Russia’s most notorious APT groups

What cybersecurity actually does for your business

The ability to continue operating safely in an unsafe environment where competitors cannot is a competitive advantage that is rarely measured or discussed

How SMBs use threat research and MDR to build a defensive edge

We speak to Director of ESET Threat Research Jean-Ian Boutin about where solutions that blend advanced technology with human expertise provide the most practical value for businesses

Protecting education: How MDR can tip the balance in favor of schools

The education sector is notoriously short on cash, but rich in assets for threat actors to target. How can managed detection and response (MDR) help learning institutions regain the initiative?

This month in security with Tony Anscombe – February 2026 edition

In this roundup, Tony looks at how opportunistic threat actors are taking advantage of weak authentication, unmanaged exposure, and popular AI tools

Mobile app permissions (still) matter more than you may think

Start using a new app and you’ll often be asked to grant it permissions. But blindly accepting them could expose you to serious privacy and security risks.

Faking it on the phone: How to tell if a voice call is AI or not

Can you believe your ears? Increasingly, the answer is no. Here’s what’s at stake for your business, and how to beat the deepfakers.

Is Poshmark safe? How to buy and sell without getting scammed

Like any other marketplace, the social commerce platform has its share of red flags. It pays to know what to look for so you can shop or sell without headaches.

PromptSpy ushers in the era of Android threats using GenAI

ESET researchers discover PromptSpy, the first known Android malware to abuse generative AI in its execution flow

Is it OK to let your children post selfies online?

When it comes to our children’s digital lives, prohibition rarely works. It’s our responsibility to help them build a healthy relationship with tech.

Naming and shaming: How ransomware groups tighten the screws on victims

When corporate data is exposed on a dedicated leak site, the consequences linger long after the attack fades from the news cycle

Taxing times: Top IRS scams to look out for in 2026

It’s time to file your tax return. And cybercriminals are lurking to make an already stressful period even more edgy.