2FAA passwordless future?
Let’s see how Google, Microsoft and Apple can work together to do away with passwords.
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Key incident response skills
What should an incident response specialist be able to do and how can they improve their skills?
vulnerabilitiesDHS recommends patching VMware, probably you should too
The Department of Homeland Security is urging US federal agencies to “patch or remove” a list of VMware products within five days. Probably you should do it too.
interviewIvan Kwiatkowski: “Cybersecurity is a domain I fell into by accident”
Meet Ivan Kwiatkowski, Senior Security Researcher with Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team.
scamCryptoscam giveaway: phishers go after seed phrases
We explain how scammers steal cryptowallets through phishing.
phishingBank phishing and identity theft
We explain how phishers are swindling Wells Fargo customers out of personal credentials, passwords, card details, and selfies with an ID card.
How to prevent a ransomware attack from happening again?
For Anti-Ransomware Day, we decided to publish few tips that will help your company avoid falling victim to ransomware for a second time.
Actively exploited vulnerability in Windows
Time to update Windows! Microsoft has released patches for several dozen vulnerabilities, one of which cybercriminals are actively exploiting.
Meet the Trojan subscribers hungry to sign you up
We explain how Android users fall victim to Trojan subscribers Jocker, MobOk, Vesub and GriftHorse.
kidsKaspersky Safe Kids — what’s new in 2022
We recently released a new version of our parental control app, Kaspersky Safe Kids. Here’s what’s new.
Gamers
Attack on Cities: Skylines — malicious code in a virtual city
We explain why game mods can be dangerous, using as an example malicious mods for Cities: Skylines.
Dangerous vulnerability in Dark Souls III videogame
Dangerous vulnerability was discovered in Dark Souls III videogame that can be used to gain control of a gamer’s computer.
Malicious activity in Discord chats
In the wake of recent research, we talk about several scenarios that underlie malicious activity on Discord.
BloodyStealer is hunting for gamers
Gamer accounts are in demand on the underground market. Proof positive is BloodyStealer, which steals account data from popular gaming stores.
The dangers of pirated games
Adware, Trojans, and other malware aren’t the only reasons not to download illegal games.
A trick auction to steal gold in World of Warcraft
A malicious script in the WeakAuras add-on can eradicate several days of farming in WoW Classic in a second.
Malware in Minecraft mods: story continues
We found more Minecraft modpacks and a file recovery utility available in Google Play concealing malicious adware.
Steam and mirrors: How gamers get duped
Gut-wrenching stories of in-game cheating told by actual participants.
Business
Is your mic really muted?
We cite an interesting study on how the mute button actually works in teleconferencing services, and discuss privacy in the web conferencing era.
7 factors affecting the level of industrial cybersecurity
What to pay attention to as to minimize the outcome from cyberincidents in an industrial facility.
Malware in e-mail on the rise
Malicious spam campaign targeting organizations grows 10-fold in a month, spreads Qbot and Emotet malware.
Decryptor for Yanluowang malware
Our cryptanalysts have found a way to decrypt files encrypted by Yanluowang.
BlackCat — new player in the ransomware business
Our experts investigated the activity and studied tools of ransomware gang BlackCat.
A bunch of vulnerabilities in Windows, one already exploited
Microsoft patches 128 vulnerabilities in a list of products, including Windows and its components.
I firmly believe that the concept of cybersecurity will soon become obsolete, and cyberimmunity will take its place.
Eugene Kaspersky
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Finding hidden cameras with your smartphone’s ToF sensor
We explain what a smartphone’s ToF sensor is and how researchers from Singapore propose using it to find hidden cameras.
How to make hybrid work effective and secure at home and in the office
Tips on security and productivity for those who work both from home and in an office.
The best authenticator apps for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS
A detailed guide to the world of authenticator apps for those looking for an alternative to Google Authenticator.
What to do if you lose your phone with an authenticator app
Can’t sign in to an account because your authenticator app is on a lost phone? Here’s what to do.
Setting app permissions in iOS 15
How to set app permissions in iOS 15 for maximum privacy and security.
Tracking airplanes: how Flightradar24 works
Flightradar24 allows you to track what’s happening to any particular aircraft taking a family member or friend to their destination. Let’s find out how this service works.
Collateral Damage — on Cybersecurity
Eugene’s open letter in response to the warning against the use of Kaspersky products by the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI).
Fact or fiction: Hyphens break iPhones
Does saying “hyphen” five times to your iPhone really crash it — or is that just another myth?
Tips
Browser-in-the-browser attack: a new phishing technique
We explain a new sneaky technique for stealing passwords, and how to avoid being tricked by a phishing site.
Eight steps to freedom: How to detach from social networks
Free yourself from social media and start living again.