androidRestricted Settings in Android 13 and 14
Android 13 and 14 have a feature called Restricted Settings. We explain its purpose, and how malicious applications bypass it.
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Delete the undeletable: how to disable and remove Android bloatware
Unused apps not only clutter your phone but also create a risk of personal data leakage, so it’s better to remove them. But what if an app can’t be uninstalled? There’s a workaround.
websitesWordPress security issues
Typical security issues of WordPress, and how they can be addressed to protect your website or online store from cybercriminals.
routersOutdated Cisco equipment under threat from firmware
Espionage operations to hack corporate routers are now commonplace — and all organizations need to be aware of this.
Reptar: a vulnerability in Intel processors
How a recently discovered bug in Intel processors threatens cloud providers.
messengersNothing worked out with Nothing Chats
The Nothing Chats app from Nothing Phone promised to be the iMessage for Android, but in less than 24 hours it was removed from Google Play due to a shocking lack of security.
A pain-free guide to installing Android updates
A look at the pros and cons of updating Android — and ways to do it safely.
extensionsMalware that steals Facebook accounts
How attackers use infected archives and malicious browser extensions to steal Facebook Business accounts.
WhatsApp mods with spyware
Our researchers discovered spyware-infected WhatsApp modifications distributed through Telegram channels and websites with WhatsApp mods.
Gamers
gamersMario 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.
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.
Where did that game cheats video on your YouTube channel come from?
The RedLine Trojan stealer spreads under the guise of cheats for popular games and posts videos on victims’ YouTube channels with a link to itself in the description.
$2 million inventory hacked in CS:GO
An unnamed hacker allegedly stole two million dollars’ worth of items from a CS:GO player’s backpack and has already started auctioning off the items.
Attack on Cities: Skylines — malicious code in a virtual city
We explain why game mods can be dangerous, using as an example malicious mods for Cities: Skylines.
Dangerous vulnerability in Dark Souls III videogame
Dangerous vulnerability was discovered in Dark Souls III videogame that can be used to gain control of a gamer’s computer.
Business
How “zero-clicks” work, and how to defend against them
We discuss what zero-click attacks are, why they’re dangerous, and how to protect your company from them.
Four ways to lock your screen on Windows and macOS
Four handy ways to lock your screen on Windows and macOS.
The top-10 mistakes made when configuring enterprise IT systems
Mistakes commonly found in almost every large organization. What should the inforsec team look out for, and what protective measures should they take?
Security Analyst Summit 2023: key research
Four major studies presented by our experts at the SAS 2023 international conference.
A good reason to update Confluence
It’s time to update Confluence Data Center and Confluence Server: they contain a serious vulnerability that allows unauthorized creation of administrator accounts.
I firmly believe that the concept of cybersecurity will soon become obsolete, and cyberimmunity will take its place.
Eugene Kaspersky
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Fake copyright violation notice aimed at stealing Facebook accounts
If you receive a message saying your Facebook account has been blocked for copyright violation, don’t panic. It’s most likely just another phishing scam.
So, your account was hacked. What now?
What to do if an account is hijacked: How to minimize damage, restore your Digital Comfort Zone, and avoid getting bamboozled.
telegramTelegram – “secret”? Yeah, right
A few words about why Telegram isn’t as secure as its developers boast.
Bitcoin-cloud mining scam
Scammers are pretending to offer users tens of thousands of dollars, supposedly accumulated in an account on an “automated cloud-mining platform”.
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.
How to watch porn safely and discreetly
Hiding your guilty pleasures from prying eyes is possible, but you need to do it properly.
Minecraft players under attack
Minecraft mods downloaded from several popular gaming websites contain dangerous malware. What we know so far.
Tips
What to do if someone tries to hack you
You’ve interacted with scammers or visited a phishing site. What steps should you take to avoid being hacked?
What to patch first: prioritizing updates
Some thoughts on what PC software patches should be prioritized and why.
Know your personal threat landscape
You can apply the concept of a threat landscape as used in corporate security to yourself to make it easier to stay protected.
Why you should set up secure DNS – and how
Have you ever come across the words Secure DNS or Private DNS in your smartphone settings and security apps? It’s best to keep this feature enabled – it has many advantages.