blockchainWhy ICO security is a must
Major areas of risk for initial coin offerings that you can and should address before selling a single token.
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phishingPhishing without borders, or why you need to update your router
Cybercriminals are hijacking routers to steal people’s credentials for online banking and services.
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Microsoft Office and its vulnerabilities
The Microsoft Office threat landscape, and the technologies that help us catch related zero-day exploits, were the focus of this talk at the SAS 2019 conference.
The true value of digital privacy: are consumers selling themselves short?
Introduction Sharing personal and valuable information online has become essential in modern life. A decade ago, the majority of organizations were still prepared to interact with their customers through physical
AndroidNew Google Play policy cuts both ways
Apps that demand access to calls and SMS messaging without good reason are being kicked off Google Play. We explain what threats might arise.
Instagram accounts hijacked with fake copyright infringement notifications
To hijack popular Instagram accounts, scammers are sending phishing e-mails with fake copyright infringement notifications.
Out-of-office replies: How not to spill too many beans
The hidden dangers of out-of-office messages.
Porn extortion malware GandCrab is back — and romantic
GandCrab still holds 40% of the ransomware market. Recent distribution methods help the malware stand out.
Choosing the best antivirus for your Android phone
Antivirus for Android is a must. Here’s how to choose the best antivirus app, either paid or free, for your Android phone.
Trojans stealing porn site accounts
Adult websites are often seen as a security threat, but few know that Trojans could be after their porn site accounts.
Hunting for Office 365 accounts
Cybercriminals are bypassing mail spam filters by hiding documents with a malicious link in SharePoint Online.
podcastTransatlantic Cable podcast, episode 73
In this episode, Jeff and Dave discuss getting back at telesales, the latest from CES, the Town of Salem breach, and some disturbing data sales by US telcos.
Blackmail demand claims to have nailed you watching porn
They say they have video of you watching porn, threaten to send it to your friends, and demand ransom in bitcoins? Don’t pay! We explain how this scam works.
These Christmas gifts and greetings are the worst
Why you shouldn’t open messages with e-cards from strangers, or believe that someone gave you an Amazon gift card for Christmas.
Printers gone mad
50,000 printers worldwide suddenly printed a leaflet in support of youtuber PewDiePie. How can you protect your printer from hackers?
Transatlantic Cable podcast, episode 63
In this edition of the Kaspersky Lab podcast, we discuss a targeted cryptocurrency scam, Canadian weed database breached, bio chips, and the current state of spam and phishing.
Twitter cryptocurrency scams: A hundred Elon Musks — and now Target
Twitter cryptocurrency scams are becoming more and more advanced and convincing, with scammers using new techniques and some heavy artillery.
Privacy audit: Find out what the Internet knows about you
It’s safe to assume the Internet knows a lot about you. But how can you find out what it is? Thanks to Privacy Audit, now it’s easy to do.
6 security tips for freelancers
Freelancers are beloved targets for cybercriminals, who use phishing and malware to steal credentials and money. Here’s how to avoid their traps and stay safe.
App permissions in Android 8: The complete guide
Android lets you configure app permissions to protect your data and restrict access to dangerous functions. We explain how to do it and why.