Warnings about helpdesk impersonation scams and Iran-linked hackers targeting critical sectors in the US, plus the most damaging scams of 2025 – here’s some of what made the headlines this month This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the…
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The calm before the ransom: What you see is not all there is
A breach claims the systems as well as the confidence that was, in retrospect, a major vulnerability This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: The calm before the ransom: What you see is not all there…
GopherWhisper: A burrow full of malware
ESET Research has discovered a new China-aligned APT group that we’ve named GopherWhisper, which targets Mongolian governmental institutions This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: GopherWhisper: A burrow full of malware
What the ransom note won’t say
An attack is what you see, but a business operation is what you’re up against This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: What the ransom note won’t say
New NGate variant hides in a trojanized NFC payment app
ESET researchers discover another iteration of NGate malware, this time possibly developed with the assistance of AI This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: New NGate variant hides in a trojanized NFC payment app
What the ransom note won’t say
An attack is what you see, but a business operation is what you’re up against This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: What the ransom note won’t say
That data breach alert might be a trap
Ignoring a real breach notification invites risk, but falling for a bogus one could be even worse. Stop reacting on autopilot. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: That data breach alert might be a trap
Supply chain dependencies: Have you checked your blind spot?
Your biggest risk may be a vendor you trust. How can SMBs map their third-party blind spots and build operational resilience? This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Supply chain dependencies: Have you checked your blind…
Recovery scammers hit you when you’re down: Here’s how to avoid a second strike
If you’ve been the victim of fraud, you’re likely already a lead on a ‘sucker list’ – and if you’re not careful, your ordeal may be about to get worse. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original…
As breakout time accelerates, prevention-first cybersecurity takes center stage
Threat actors are using AI to supercharge tried-and-tested TTPs. When attacks move this fast, cyber-defenders need to rethink their own strategy. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: As breakout time accelerates, prevention-first cybersecurity takes center…
Digital assets after death: Managing risks to your loved one’s digital estate
Fraudsters often target the accounts of the deceased or their grieving relatives. Here’s how to keep the scammers at bay. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Digital assets after death: Managing risks to your loved…
This month in security with Tony Anscombe – March 2026 edition
The past four weeks have seen a slew of new cybersecurity wake-up calls that showed why every organization needs a well-thought-out cyber-resilience plan This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: This month in security with Tony…
A cunning predator: How Silver Fox preys on Japanese firms this tax season
Silver Fox is back in Japan, spoofing tax and HR emails timed to the one season when no one thinks twice about opening them This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: A cunning predator: How Silver…
RSAC 2026 wrap-up – Week in security with Tony Anscombe
This year, AI agents took the center stage – as a defensive capability, but more pressingly as a risk many organizations haven’t caught up with This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: RSAC 2026 wrap-up –…
Virtual machines, virtually everywhere – and with real security gaps
Cloud VMs offer unmatched speed, scale and flexibility – all of which could eventually count for little if they’re left to fend for themselves This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Virtual machines, virtually everywhere –…
Cloud workload security: Mind the gaps
As IT infrastructure expands, visibility and control often lag behind – until an incident forces a reckoning This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Cloud workload security: Mind the gaps
Move fast and save things: A quick guide to recovering a hacked account
What you do – and how fast – after an account is compromised often matters more than it may seem This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Move fast and save things: A quick guide to…
EDR killers explained: Beyond the drivers
ESET researchers dive deeper into the EDR killer ecosystem, disclosing how attackers abuse vulnerable drivers This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: EDR killers explained: Beyond the drivers
Face value: What it takes to fool facial recognition
ESET’s Jake Moore used smart glasses, deepfakes and face swaps to ‘hack’ widely-used facial recognition systems – and he’ll demo it all at RSAC 2026 This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Face value: What it…
Cyber fallout from the Iran war: What to have on your radar
The cybersecurity implications of the war in the Middle East extend far beyond the region. Here’s where to focus your defenses. This article has been indexed from WeLiveSecurity Read the original article: Cyber fallout from the Iran war: What to…