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ESET uncovers trojanized Signal and Telegram apps in Google Play
EduTech

ESET uncovers trojanized Signal and Telegram apps in Google Play

Chinese APT group GREF are responsible for two Android campaigns targeting users of Telegram and Signal, creating fake apps to conduct espionage.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Sep 2023
Research follows comeback of infamous botnet Emotet
Cybersecurity

Research follows comeback of infamous botnet Emotet

ESET Research has published a summary of what happened with the Emotet botnet since its comeback after a limited takedown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2023
ESET announces significant updates to its Protect Platform
Data Protection

ESET announces significant updates to its Protect Platform

The addition of vulnerability and patch management powered by OPSWAT enables businesses to tighten their defences.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023
ESET: WhatsApp backups using Android spyware GravityRAT
Malware

ESET: WhatsApp backups using Android spyware GravityRAT

ESET researchers have identified an updated version of the Android-based GravityRAT spyware being distributed as the messaging apps BingeChat and Chatico.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023
ESET researchers expose legitimate Android app as malware
Malware

ESET researchers expose legitimate Android app as malware

ESET researchers have discovered a malware Andriod app, IRecorder, which had been downloaded on 50,000 devices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 31st May 2023
AceCrypto crimeware hits computers 10,000 times a month
Malware

AceCrypto crimeware hits computers 10,000 times a month

ESET has revealed details about a prevalent cryptor malware, AceCryptor, which operates as a cryptor-as-a-service used by tens of malware families.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 29th May 2023
ESET shares key changes in world of advanced persistent threat activity
EduTech

ESET shares key changes in world of advanced persistent threat activity

ESET releases APT Activity Report, revealing China-aligned threat actors targeting Europe and Iran-aligned group deploying new backdoor in Israel.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th May 2023
Cybersecurity partnership formed between ESET and Red Piranha
Partner Programmes

Cybersecurity partnership formed between ESET and Red Piranha

The partnership between the two cybersecurity experts will streamline the process of integrating cybersecurity systems.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2023
Trojanised WhatsApp and Telegram applications stealing crypto funds
Crypto

Trojanised WhatsApp and Telegram applications stealing crypto funds

Rhreat actors are going after victims' cryptocurrency funds using trojanised Telegram and WhatsApp applications.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2023
ESET discovers active campaign targeting Android users
Phishing

ESET discovers active campaign targeting Android users

Malicious apps used in this campaign are able to exfiltrate contacts, SMS messages, recorded phone calls, and even chat messages.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022
Cyberespionage group Worok targeting companies, governments
Cybersecurity

Cyberespionage group Worok targeting companies, governments

ESET researchers have discovered a previously unknown cyberespionage group that targets various high-profile companies and local governments.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2022
ESET Research discovers new cyber threat to Mac users
Cybersecurity

ESET Research discovers new cyber threat to Mac users

Researchers from ESET have discovered a previously unknown macOS backdoor that spies on users of compromised Macs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
ESET launches new range of solutions to partner with telcos and ISPs
Unified Communications

ESET launches new range of solutions to partner with telcos and ISPs

The all-new ESET NetProtect will enable telcos and ISPs to offer consumers easy-to-use, installation-free protection against various online threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Jun 2022
Vulnerabilities in Lenovo laptops expose users to UEFI malware
Malware

Vulnerabilities in Lenovo laptops expose users to UEFI malware

Vulnerabilities in Lenovo laptops could allow hackers to deploy UEFI malware, according to ESET researchers. Over 100 models are affected.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Apr 2022
ESET adds innovations to security platform and solution
Risk & Compliance

ESET adds innovations to security platform and solution

ESET has refreshed its line of business products created to help organisations of all sizes prevent cyber criminals from wreaking havoc.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2022

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ESET NetProtect helping Telco's to protect consumers online
Unified Communications

ESET NetProtect helping Telco's to protect consumers online

Recognising the urgent need for robust cybersecurity solutions, ESET has recently announced an innovative solution called ESET NetProtect.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Aug 2023
Winner of ESET woman in cybersecurity scholarship announced
Data Privacy

Winner of ESET woman in cybersecurity scholarship announced

This year's winner is Shradha Angrish, who is studying mechanical engineering with mathematical and computer sciences at the University of Adelaide.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023