Fact or FictionCacti eat radiation: fact or fiction?
More than a third of people polled believe that cacti absorb harmful radiation. Strong electric fields are indeed harmful, but cactus protection works very differently to how you imagined.
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malwarePrilex blocks NFC transactions
The new version of Prilex malware, used to attack POS terminals, now can block NFC transactions.
How secure is your password manager?
We look at how secure password managers are against hacks, and how to protect your passwords as much as possible.
Five key cybersecurity lessons for your CEO
Information security measures are far more effective when supported by top management. How to get this support?
privacySecure your Untappd check-ins
Here are a few tips on how to make your Untappd profile as private and secure as possible.
appleNew privacy features in Apple devices
In late 2022, Apple announced a raft of new data protection features. Why does that matter to users?
vulnerabilitiesNewly-discovered Signal vulnerabilities — how dangerous are they?
Researchers have found vulnerabilities in the desktop client of the Signal messenger. Let’s see how dangerous they really are.
How ChatGPT will change cybersecurity
A new generation of chatbots creates coherent, meaningful texts. This can help out both cybercriminals and cyberdefenders.
tipsHow to avoid online recruitment scams in 2023
Received an attractive job offer from a stranger? Be careful! It could be a scam…
Transatlantic Cable podcast, episode 282
Episode 282 includes ChatGPT malware, smart device failures and naughty chat programs
Gamers
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.
Malicious activity in Discord chats
In the wake of recent research, we talk about several scenarios that underlie malicious activity on Discord.
BloodyStealer is hunting for gamers
Gamer accounts are in demand on the underground market. Proof positive is BloodyStealer, which steals account data from popular gaming stores.
The dangers of pirated games
Adware, Trojans, and other malware aren’t the only reasons not to download illegal games.
Business
Threema vulnerabilities, and which instant messenger has the best protection?
What to do if your secret messenger isn’t secret enough.
How to improve communication between information security staff and management
Miscommunication between a business and its information security service can lead to unnecessary losses. Today we try to work out how to overcome the communication barrier.
Will quantum computers break RSA encryption in 2023?
Everybody knows that we should prepare ourselves for a “quantum future”, but it was expected to come about in 10-20 years’ time. Is a breakthrough possible this year?
How your password сan get into the wrong hands
And more importantly — how to stop your passwords from being used by cybercriminals.
Mark-of-the-Web bypass
The BlueNoroff APT group has adopted methods to bypass the Mark-of-the-Web mechanism
Radio leaks: how to make the CPU spill its secrets
Stealing data from an isolated network by manipulating the voltage switching converter.
I firmly believe that the concept of cybersecurity will soon become obsolete, and cyberimmunity will take its place.
Eugene Kaspersky
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What to do if you lose your phone with an authenticator app
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CosmicStrand: a UEFI rootkit
Our experts discovered a fresh version of CosmicStrand, a rootkit that hides from researchers in the UEFI firmware.
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.
How PayPal users get scammed
The most common ways PayPal users are cheated out of their money through spam, phishing, and various kinds of fraud on the platform.
Signal is secure, as proven by hackers
Users of the Signal messaging app got hit by a hacker attack. We analyze what happened and why the attack demonstrates that Signal is reliable.
Kaspersky: we’re starting a new digital life
Meet the new Kaspersky: We introduce our new product line and tell you about the improvements our home users can expect.
7 steps to minimize game lags in Windows 10
These seven tips will help you get maximum gaming performance from your PC while retaining a high level of protection.
Tips
Cybersecure Christmas
Many hacks have started during Christmas holidays. A few simple tips will reduce the chances of your company becoming the next victim.
Is Avast Safe to Use in 2023?
Avast solutions have a pretty good reputation, but a handful of incidents call their safety into question. Read on to learn whether Avast can be trusted.
Rules for safe online shopping
Here are some simple tips to protect your funds from fraudsters, phishers and carders when shopping online.