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Kaspersky discovers zero-day exploit in Desktop Window Manager

Mon, 19th Apr 2021
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While analysing the CVE-2021-1732 exploit, Kaspersky experts found another such zero-day exploit and reported it to Microsoft.
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Data transparency increasingly important, Kaspersky study states

Mon, 12th Apr 2021
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Half of consumers would abandon an online service provider after a data breach, while 63% fear their data being sold to a third party, according to Kaspersky.
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Over half of ransomware victims pay up - but does it work?

Fri, 9th Apr 2021
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Over half of ransomware victims paid the ransom in 2020, but it didn't guarantee the return of their data, warns Kaspersky.
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2020 sees a global shift in financial malware threats

Wed, 7th Apr 2021
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The financial threat landscape experienced a game-changing pandemic year, according to a new report from Kaspersky.
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Stalkerware remains significant problem throughout COVID-19 lockdowns

Tue, 2nd Mar 2021
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Stalkerware continues to be a major issue globally, affecting over 50,000 users in 2020, according to Kaspersky.
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Cyber criminals target education sector as remote learning increases

Wed, 10th Feb 2021
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Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting the educational sector as schools face renewed closures or adopt hybrid learning models, says Kaspersky.
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Financial account takeovers on the rise - Kaspersky

Tue, 9th Feb 2021
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Account takeovers accounted for every second fraudulent transaction in the finance industry in 2020, according to Kaspersky.
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Kaspersky steps in to protect automotive industry from cyber threats

Fri, 22nd Jan 2021
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Kaspersky launches tailored threat intelligence for the automotive industry, providing in-depth analysis of industry-specific security threats.
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Users pay with personal data - Kaspersky on WhatsApp move to share data with Facebook

Tue, 19th Jan 2021
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WhatsApp's new terms and conditions, which allow data sharing with Facebook, have sparked criticism among users.
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Kaspersky discovers COVID-19 research related cyber threats

Fri, 25th Dec 2020
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Kaspersky researchers have identified two APT incidents targeting COVID-19 research. The Lazarus group is thought to be responsible.
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Gamers targeted as identity theft, bullying and cheating increases online

Tue, 15th Dec 2020
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More than a tenth of gamers have had their ID stolen – which could be worth as much as $347bn globally, according to new research.
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Businesses can save on the hefty cost of a security breach if they're honest

Mon, 30th Nov 2020
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SMBs and enterprises that disclose breaches proactively tend to experience 40% less financial damage, according to new research from Kaspersky.
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How has COVID-19 transformed our perception of work?

Mon, 16th Nov 2020
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Nearly three quarters of people never want to return to pre-COVID-19 work paradigms, putting pressure on employers. (110 characters).
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Kaspersky identifies new banking malware targeting mobile users

Wed, 11th Nov 2020
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Kaspersky discovers new banking malware that targets mobile users worldwide, with a particular focus on Brazil.
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Kaspersky brings threat intelligence to greater number of organisations

Wed, 4th Nov 2020
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To make threat research available to a wider number of organisations, Kaspersky continues to develop new functions for its Threat Intelligence Portal.
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New project development inhibited by cybersecurity, Kaspersky research states

Mon, 19th Oct 2020
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New research shows that 95% of enterprises admit their technology innovations fail before launch, and having a CISO can aid in the success of the project.
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Businesses are trying to remain afloat, but continue to invest in cybersecurity

Fri, 2nd Oct 2020
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Investment in cybersecurity remains a priority for SMBs and enterprises despite overall IT budget cuts, according to a report by Kaspersky.
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Kaspersky finds red tape biggest barrier against cybersecurity initiatives

Mon, 21st Sep 2020
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'Red tape' is the main barrier for cybersecurity initiatives in the industrial sector, according to a new report by Kaspersky.
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Remote staff overestimating knowledge of cybersecurity basics

Thu, 10th Sep 2020
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'Unconscious incompetence' is one of the most difficult issues to identify and solve with security awareness training.
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Kaspersky releases new report on consumer's approach to digital services

Mon, 7th Sep 2020
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Nearly half of consumers share streaming service accounts with housemates, says a new Kaspersky report, despite worries about digital security.