social engineeringMalware in developer coding tests
Hackers continue to target developers: during a fake job interview, they ask “potential employees” to run a script from GitHub that hides a backdoor.
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subscriptionsSubscribe or treat? Manage your subscriptions with ease
Many of us have dozens of online subscriptions and recurring payments. How to take control, save money, and stay on top of expenses?
How millions of Kia cars could be tracked
A vulnerability in Kia’s web portal made it possible to hack cars and track their owners. All you needed was the car’s VIN number or just its license plate number.
privacyHow to set up security and privacy in adidas Running (Runtastic)
A detailed guide on setting up privacy in the adidas Running app.
Taking a selfie with your ID card — is it safe?
Many popular online services these days require a selfie with your ID card or passport to register. We explore whether taking such photos is safe (spoiler: it’s not) and how to minimize the risks.
AIWill AI replace SOC analysts?
We share our experience on the optimal use of AI models in the SOC of our Kaspersky MDR service.
How to set up security and privacy in MapMyRun
A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the MapMyRun fitness tracker.
AI in cybersecurity automation
AI has dozens of applications in cybersecurity. Which ones are the most effective?
How to set up security and privacy in Nike Run Club
This guide will walk you through the essential privacy settings in the Nike Run Club training app.
Gamers
gamersHow scammers attack young gamers
Autumn is here, kids are going back to school and also meeting up with friends in their favorite online games. With that in mind, we have just carried out one of our biggest ever studies of the threats young gamers are most likely to encounter.
Live hack: Apex Legends esports tournament scandal
Hackers have long been engaging with the gaming world: from cracking games and creating cheats, to, more recently, attacking esports players live during an Apex Legends tournament. Regarding the latter, we break down what happened and how it could have been avoided.
Mario Forever, malware too: a free game with a miner and Trojans inside
Malicious versions of the free-to-download game Super Mario 3: Mario Forever plant a miner and a stealer on gamers’ machines.
Minecraft players under attack
Minecraft mods downloaded from several popular gaming websites contain dangerous malware. What we know so far.
The Phantom Menace: how gamers of different ages are being attacked
Why scammers are more likely to target kids than hardcore gamers, how they do it, and what they want to steal
The true cost of gaming
Our research reveals gamers’ attitudes toward computer performance — and the ethics of winning and losing.
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Phishing emails and Docusign electronic signature
Phishers have adopted another trick: they send emails pretending to be from Docusign with a fake link to a document that the recipient must sign.
School and cyberthreats
Why cybersecurity in education is critical, and how to protect schools from attacks.
Cybersecurity talent shortages: the roots and the solutions
We explore the root causes of the talent crisis in the cybersecurity industry and look for possible solutions.
Overcooking the phish
This phishing campaign incorporates ghost spoofing, embedded text in images, a PDF file, a QR code, DocuSign imitation, and Cloudflare verification — yet it still completely misses the mark.
expertiseKaspersky Expertise Centers
Today we talk about our five main centers of expertise and their contribution to Kaspersky’s products, threat intelligence and expert cybersecurity services.
I firmly believe that the concept of cybersecurity will soon become obsolete, and cyberimmunity will take its place.
Eugene Kaspersky
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Critical vulnerability in Apache Log4j library
Researchers discovered a critical vulnerability in Apache Log4j library, which scores perfect 10 out of 10 in CVSS. Here’s how to protect against it.
Case study: fake hardware cryptowallet
Full review of a fake cryptowallet incident. It looks and feels like a Trezor wallet, but puts all your crypto-investments into the hands of criminals.
Five things to update ASAP
Prioritize updating the apps that keep your devices and personal data safe from cyberattacks.
iOSUpdate iOS, there is a dangerous vulnerability in WebKit
Dangerous vulnerability in WebKit (CVE-2022-22620) is believed to be actively exploited by hackers. Update your iOS devices as soon as possible!
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.
Infected Android app store
The APKPure app store has been infected by a malicious module that downloads Trojans to Android devices.
Follina: office documents as an entrance
New vulnerability CVE-2022-30190, aka Follina, allows exploitation of Windows Support Diagnostic Tool via MS Office files.
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How to travel safely
Going on vacation? We’ve compiled a traveler’s guide to help you have an enjoyable safe time and completely get away from the routine.
Don’t forget about Recall, because Recall won’t forget about you
The new AI function in Microsoft Windows has already been dubbed a “security nightmare” on the internet. What risks does it carry, and how to stay safe?
Setting up both security and privacy in WhatsApp
We discuss key aspects of WhatsApp’s security and privacy, and how to configure this messenger to enhance protection.
The incognito myth: how private browsing really works
How to use private browsing mode, what it doesn’t protect against, and why Google is deleting five billion dollars’ worth of user data.