Internet of thingsThree ways to hack… a mattress!
A security researcher has investigated his own smart mattress cover, discovering several ways to hack it — including through a backdoor preinstalled by the developer.
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Operation ForumTroll: APT attack via zero-day vulnerability
Our technologies have helped to detect the zero-day vulnerability CVE-2025-2783 in Google Chrome, which was used in a sophisticated APT attack.
Privacy under attack: nasty surprises in Chrome, Edge, and Firefox
How to counter new privacy invasions by browser developers
ransomwareFog ransomware publishes victim’s IP-addresses
Cybercriminals behind the Fog ransomware publish leaked data along with the IP addresses of attacked computers.
Arcane stealer instead of Minecraft cheats
If you’ve ever downloaded game cheats from a YouTuber’s “link in the description”, your computer might be infected with a stealer.
supply-chain attackAttack on DevOps: secrets leaked via malicious GitHub Action
How to respond to a compromised GitHub changed-files Action incident.
AndroidGoogle forcing Android System SafetyCore on users to scan for nudes
We dive into the mechanics of the controversial nude-scanning app that has mysteriously materialized on a billion phones.
Three VMware vulnerabilities: key risks and urgent patches
Reasons for updating your ESXi infrastructure ASAP, and enterprise threats that VM escape poses.
Six Microsoft vulnerabilities being actively exploited
Microsoft’s March Patch Tuesday fixes several vulnerabilities that have already been used in the wild. Details are not clear at the moment, but it’s worth installing the patches ASAP.
Gamers
gamersGamers beware: Trojans have invaded Steam
If you still think that Steam, Google Play, and the App Store are malware-free, then read this fascinating story about PirateFi and other hacker creations disguised as games.
How 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
Business
Checking QR codes in emails
We’ve added technology that checks QR codes in emails for phishing links.
What events help an MDR service detect attacks?
What information does an MDR service need to protect a company from complex targeted attacks?
AuthenticationAttack on Google OAuth using abandoned domains
A vulnerability in Google OAuth allows attackers to access accounts of defunct organizations through abandoned domains.
How to safely scan large file storage for malware
A step-by-step guide to scanning disk arrays weighing tens of terabytes with the aid of Kaspersky products.
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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.
Update 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.
Tips
How to safely convert files
Online converters are a tempting but dangerous way to change file formats. We tell you how to convert files and not get trojanized.
Kaspersky spots Maha Kumbh-related scams
Experts at Kaspersky have uncovered fake online stores scamming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 devotees with fraudulent holy merchandise. Here’s how you can stay safe and protect yourself from online scams.
New Year’s resolutions for a cybersecure 2025
Mistakes to learn from in 2024 – and resolutions for a safer 2025.
How safe is encrypted file storage?
Threats to data stored in Sync, pCloud, and other encrypted alternatives to Dropbox.