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My information was stolen. Now what?
The slow and painful recovery process. Back in May 2023, I wrote the blogpost You may not care where you download software from, but...
ESET Expert
Nov 25, 2024


Quishing attacks are targeting electric car owners: Here’s how to slam on the brakes
Ever alert to fresh money-making opportunities, fraudsters are blending physical and digital threats to steal drivers’ payment details....
ESET Expert
Oct 21, 2024


6 common Geek Squad scams and how to defend against them
Learn about the main tactics used by scammers impersonating Best Buy’s tech support arm and how to avoid falling for their tricks. For...
ESET Expert
Sep 12, 2024


Why scammers want your phone number
Your phone number is more than just a way to contact you – scammers can use it to target you with malicious messages and even exploit it...
ESET Expert
Aug 19, 2024


Top 6 Craigslist scams: Don’t fall for these tricks
Here’s how to spot and dodge scams when searching for stuff on the classified ads website that offers almost everything under the sun....
ESET Expert
Aug 12, 2024


How Minecraft and game modding can undermine your security
ESET Research has revealed a concerning fact — gamers are being targeted by cybercriminals, and it’s no mystery why they are such meaty...
ESET Expert
Aug 8, 2024


Annoying but necessary: How to decrease the burden of authentication requirements
Authentication mechanisms are a vital aspect of cybersecurity deserving adequate protection, but increasing complexity makes them an...
ESET Expert
Aug 6, 2024


Beware of fake AI tools masking very real malware threats
Ever attuned to the latest trends, cybercriminals distribute malicious tools that pose as ChatGPT, Midjourney and other generative AI...
ESET Expert
Jul 30, 2024


5 common Ticketmaster scams: How fraudsters steal the show
Scammers gonna scam scam scam, so before hunting for your tickets to a Taylor Swift gig or other in-demand events, learn how to stop...
ESET Expert
Jul 11, 2024


Hijacked: How hacked YouTube channels spread scams and malware
Here’s how cybercriminals go after YouTube channels and use them as conduits for fraud – and what you should watch out for when watching...
ESET Expert
Jul 2, 2024
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