messengersTelegram security and privacy tips
We explain why secret chats in Telegram are a must, and how to configure security and privacy.
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podcastTransatlantic Cable podcast, episode 183
Jeff and Dave chat about Parler’s resurgence, monkey thieves, and Bitcoin scams on Twitter that use verified accounts.
awarenessCOVID-19 lockdowns stall career progressions for women in tech
Almost half of women working in tech believe the effects of COVID-19 have delayed, rather than enhanced, their career prospects, survey finds.
Kaspersky Transatlantic Cable podcast, episode 182
Jeff and Dave discuss the cybersecurity fallout of the US Capitol attack, Parler, and more.
An employee, fired
Hell hath no fury. A former medical device supplier sabotages deliveries to customers.
RC3How to tell if a website is taking your (browser) fingerprints
Researchers have created an extension to learn about the information websites collect to “fingerprint” browsers.
scamDelivery payment fraud
People are receiving phishing e-mail messages with requests for payments for a package delivery, with links to a fake postal service website for making the payment.
Gone in a Flash
No one should be using the dead technology, and any websites that still use it need an update.
Hard-coded account in ZyXel equipment
“Zyfwp,” an admin-level account with a hard-coded password, discovered in several networking devices made by ZyXel.
Transatlantic Cable podcast, episode 181
Jeff and Dave discuss the death of Adobe Flash, swatting through the Internet of Things, and more.
Gamers
How to respond to bullying in online games
Anyone can experience in-game bullying. What to do if aggressive gamers target you.
Malware wrapped in Cyberpunk 2077
Cybercriminals are disguising ransomware as a beta version of Cyberpunk 2077 for Android.
Building bridges and breaking stereotypes with gaming parents
The world’s first show for gaming moms is on YouTube. Its purpose: breaking stereotypes about video games (and about parents).
Cyberpunk 2077 free download hoax
Ahead of its release, scammers are offering free Cyberpunk 2077 downloads, but they’re really after your data.
Malware in Minecraft mods
More than 20 apps on Google Play that promised cool Minecraft mods turned out to be malicious.
Open season on PUBG Mobile accounts
Scammers have created hundreds of phishing pages with fake item giveaways, aiming to steal PUBG mobile account credentials.
Shopping for games? Keep your money safe
Seven safety and security rules to keep in mind when buying games and in-game items.
Making Origin safe and secure
Use these Origin settings to protect your EA account from hijacking, data theft, and spam.
Business
Ethernet, now broadcasting
Can you transmit wireless data over a wired network? Evidence shows it can be done.
Air-Fi is another path to stealing data from an isolated computer
Computers don’t necessarily need a Wi-Fi module to transmit information over Wi-Fi, Israeli researchers have found.
Cybersecurity errors at Nakatomi
We examine the first installment in the Die Hard series from a cybersecurity standpoint.
Why backups aren’t enough
Why backing up is good but not enough when it comes to staying safe from ransomware.
Federated learning in the fight against e-mail threats
Our method for training models to filter out spam lets you maintain privacy without losing efficiency.
I firmly believe that the concept of cybersecurity will soon become obsolete, and cyberimmunity will take its place.
Eugene Kaspersky
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A stranger wants to give me money. What could possibly go wrong?
Two schemes whereby a victim receives money — and neither one is good news.
SMB8 mistakes nearly every small business makes, and how to fix them
When it comes to information security, we’re seeing the same mistakes over and over again.
On the dangers of popular television series
Malware is often distributed in files disguised as episodes of popular TV series. We talk about the most dangerous TV series and how to spot the threat.
Think you know how to hide info in images?
We explain how to hide private data in images properly, without making rookie mistakes.
Eavesdropping smartphones: Fact or fiction?
Many swear phones secretly listen in through their built-in microphones. We investigate the claims — and offer other explanations for spookily precise mobile ads.
spamTop 4 dangerous file attachments
We explain what file types cybercriminals most often use to hide malware, and how to avoid getting infected.
Malicious Android app had more than 100 million downloads in Google Play
Kaspersky researchers found malware in CamScanner, a text recognition app that was downloaded more than 100 million times from Google Play.
Tips
Leaky images and other foibles of office documents
If you work with sensitive data, these obscure features of PDF, MS Office, and cloud documents are worth knowing.
How to choose a truly free smartphone game
Tips for thrifty gamers, such as how to protect yourself from malware when choosing a free-to-play game and filter out the garbage that is not worth your time and attention.
Safe cryptotrading 101
Decided to invest in cryptocurrency? Read our guide to avoid the most common rookie mistakes and not lose money.