Under lock and key: Safeguarding business data with encryption
As the attack surface expands and the threat landscape grows more complex, it’s time to consider whether your data protection strategy is fit for purpose
GhostRedirector poisons Windows servers: Backdoors with a side of Potatoes
ESET researchers have identified a new threat actor targeting Windows servers with a passive C++ backdoor and a malicious IIS module that manipulates Google search results
This month in security with Tony Anscombe – August 2025 edition
From Meta shutting down millions of WhatsApp accounts linked to scam centers all the way to attacks at water facilities in Europe, August 2025 saw no shortage of impactful cybersecurity news
Don’t let “back to school” become “back to (cyber)bullying”
Cyberbullying is a fact of life in our digital-centric society, but there are ways to push back
First known AI-powered ransomware uncovered by ESET Research
The discovery of PromptLock shows how malicious use of AI models could supercharge ransomware and other threats
“What happens online stays online” and other cyberbullying myths, debunked
Separating truth from fiction is the first step towards making better parenting decisions. Let’s puncture some of the most common misconceptions about online harassment.
The need for speed: Why organizations are turning to rapid, trustworthy MDR
How top-tier managed detection and response (MDR) can help organizations stay ahead of increasingly agile and determined adversaries
Investors beware: AI-powered financial scams swamp social media
Can you tell the difference between legitimate marketing and deepfake scam ads? It’s not always as easy as you may think.
Supply-chain dependencies: Check your resilience blind spot
Does your business truly understand its dependencies, and how to mitigate the risks posed by an attack on them?
How the always-on generation can level up its cybersecurity game
Digital natives are comfortable with technology, but may be more exposed to online scams and other threats than they think