ESET stories - Page 2
ESET: WhatsApp backups using Android spyware GravityRAT
Fri, 16th Jun 2023
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
ESET researchers have identified an updated version of the Android-based GravityRAT spyware being distributed as the messaging apps BingeChat and Chatico.
ESET researchers expose legitimate Android app as malware
Wed, 31st May 2023
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malware
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cybersecurity
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google
ESET researchers have discovered a malware Andriod app, IRecorder, which had been downloaded on 50,000 devices.
AceCrypto crimeware hits computers 10,000 times a month
Mon, 29th May 2023
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malware
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cybersecurity
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cryptomalware
ESET has revealed details about a prevalent cryptor malware, AceCryptor, which operates as a cryptor-as-a-service used by tens of malware families.
ESET shares key changes in world of advanced persistent threat activity
Thu, 11th May 2023
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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edr
ESET releases APT Activity Report, revealing China-aligned threat actors targeting Europe and Iran-aligned group deploying new backdoor in Israel.
Cybersecurity partnership formed between ESET and Red Piranha
Thu, 4th May 2023
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partner programmes
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ndr
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xdr
The partnership between the two cybersecurity experts will streamline the process of integrating cybersecurity systems.
Trojanised WhatsApp and Telegram applications stealing crypto funds
Mon, 20th Mar 2023
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
Rhreat actors are going after victims’ cryptocurrency funds using trojanised Telegram and WhatsApp applications.
Winner of ESET woman in cybersecurity scholarship announced
Wed, 15th Mar 2023
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dei
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
This year’s winner is Shradha Angrish, who is studying mechanical engineering with mathematical and computer sciences at the University of Adelaide.
ESET discovers active campaign targeting Android users
Tue, 29th Nov 2022
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smartphones
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phishing
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email security
Malicious apps used in this campaign are able to exfiltrate contacts, SMS messages, recorded phone calls, and even chat messages.
Cyberespionage group Worok targeting companies, governments
Thu, 8th Sep 2022
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cybersecurity
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government
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cyber espionage
ESET researchers have discovered a previously unknown cyberespionage group that targets various high-profile companies and local governments.
ESET Research discovers new cyber threat to Mac users
Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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apple
Researchers from ESET have discovered a previously unknown macOS backdoor that spies on users of compromised Macs.
ESET launches new range of solutions to partner with telcos and ISPs
Thu, 2nd Jun 2022
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uc
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cybersecurity
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telco
The all-new ESET NetProtect will enable telcos and ISPs to offer consumers easy-to-use, installation-free protection against various online threats.
ESET updates products and launches 'Inspect Cloud' solution
Mon, 25th Apr 2022
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
ESET has refreshed its line of business products and announced the arrival of ESET Inspect Cloud, designed to help businesses with security measures.
Vulnerabilities in Lenovo laptops expose users to UEFI malware
Wed, 20th Apr 2022
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Vulnerabilities in Lenovo laptops could allow hackers to deploy UEFI malware, according to ESET researchers. Over 100 models are affected.
ESET adds innovations to security platform and solution
Tue, 12th Apr 2022
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risk & compliance
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edr
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cybersecurity
ESET has refreshed its line of business products created to help organisations of all sizes prevent cyber criminals from wreaking havoc.
Malicious Android apps targeting Malaysian bank customers
Fri, 8th Apr 2022
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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eset
Researchers at cyber security firm ESET have analysed three malicious Android applications targeting customers of eight Malaysian banks.
Malicious cryptocurrency scheme targets Android and iOS users
Mon, 28th Mar 2022
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smartphones
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malware
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cryptocurrency
Researchers have discovered a sophisticated malicious cryptocurrency scheme that targets mobile devices running Android or iOS.
IWD 2022: ESET Australia joins women’s scholarship program
Tue, 8th Mar 2022
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dei
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cybersecurity
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women in technology
ESET Australia joins global Women in Cybersecurity Scholarship program, offering $5,000 to support women in STEM fields.
ESET, Intel partnership to enhance endpoint security
Mon, 7th Mar 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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partner programmes
ESET is set to integrate Intel Threat Detection Technology into its cybersecurity suite for enhanced ransomware protection.
Attempts to exploit MS Exchange most frequent intrusion vector
Tue, 15th Feb 2022
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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cyber attacks
Exploits of MS Exchange and password guessing are the most common cyber intrusion methods, says ESET's T3 2021 Threat Report.
ESET Research releases T3 2021 Threat Report summarising key cybersecurity research
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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malware
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ransomware
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cryptocurrency
The latest ESET Threat Report reveals key insights into external attack vectors, email threats, and the impact of cryptocurrency exchange rates.