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Definitionspyware

Spyware is a type of malicious software -- or malware -- that is installed on a computing device without...Read More

7 common file sharing security risks

By Jessica Groopman 21 Sep 2022

IT administrators must understand the top file sharing security risks and what to do to ensure they don't create vulnerabilities for the broader organization. Read More

Davos 2023: Pervasive cyber crime and cyber security gaps pose severe risk to organisations

By Bill Goodwin 11 Jan 2023

Governments and organisations face tough trade-offs as they balance immediate problems caused by economic recession, energy shortages and rising interest rates with longer-term risks, including the impact of global... Read More

New spear phishing campaign targets oil and gas industry

By Alexander Culafi 22 Apr 2020

Bitdefender researchers identified new spear phishing campaigns against the oil and gas industry that include emails with no typos and perfect usage of industry terminology. Read More

How Russian intelligence hacked the encrypted emails of former MI6 boss Richard Dearlove

By Duncan Campbell 26 Sep 2022

Hack by Russian-linked ColdRiver group exposed former MI6 chief Richard Dearlove’s contacts and email communications with government, military, intelligence and political officials Read More

New FinSpy versions extend surveillance capabilities

By Warwick Ashford 12 Jul 2019

New versions of the FinSpy malware for iOS and Android smartphones have extended targeted surveillance capabilities, warn security researchers Read More

Apple brings longer battery life, larger storage to iPhone 13

By Maxim Tamarov 17 Sep 2021

The iPhone 13 will last an hour and a half longer than its iPhone 12 counterpart and have twice the minimum storage, Apple said. The Pro Max model will offer up to 1 TB of storage. Read More

Protecting mobile devices from text-based phishing

By Reda Chouffani 08 Feb 2022

Phishing emails often get IT teams' attention, but text-based phishing is a growing threat. Organizations must understand the risks of mobile phishing and how to prevent it. Read More

Covid-19 will loom over cyber strategy for years to come

By Alex Scroxton 11 Oct 2021

In remarks delivered to a Chatham House conference, NCSC head Lindy Cameron reflects on the security challenges facing the UK, and sets out some plans for the future Read More

Evaluate if Windows 10 needs third-party antivirus

By Gary Olsen 30 Dec 2020

While Windows Defender, Microsoft's native antivirus for Windows 10 systems, is suitable for personal use, enterprise users may require a more comprehensive antivirus offering. Read More

IoT network flaw left Philips Hue bulbs open to attack

By Alex Scroxton 05 Feb 2020

Vulnerabilities in the ZigBee internet of things networking protocol have left market-leading smart devices, including Philips Hue lightbulbs, open to exploitation Read More