passwordsPassword standards: 2024 requirements
Discontinuing mandatory password rotations, banning outdated MFA methods, and other updates in the NIST SP 800-63 standards for digital account authentication and management.
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A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the ASICS Runkeeper running app.
SIEMKaspersky SIEM: early threat detection and other improvements
Rules for detecting atypical behavior in container infrastructure at the data collection stage, and other updates to our SIEM system.
social engineeringMalware in developer coding tests
Hackers continue to target developers: during a fake job interview, they ask “potential employees” to run a script from GitHub that hides a backdoor.
subscriptionsSubscribe or treat? Manage your subscriptions with ease
Many of us have dozens of online subscriptions and recurring payments. How to take control, save money, and stay on top of expenses?
How millions of Kia cars could be tracked
A vulnerability in Kia’s web portal made it possible to hack cars and track their owners. All you needed was the car’s VIN number or just its license plate number.
How to set up security and privacy in adidas Running (Runtastic)
A detailed guide on setting up privacy in the adidas Running app.
Taking a selfie with your ID card — is it safe?
Many popular online services these days require a selfie with your ID card or passport to register. We explore whether taking such photos is safe (spoiler: it’s not) and how to minimize the risks.
AIWill AI replace SOC analysts?
We share our experience on the optimal use of AI models in the SOC of our Kaspersky MDR service.
Gamers
How scammers attack young gamers
Autumn is here, kids are going back to school and also meeting up with friends in their favorite online games. With that in mind, we have just carried out one of our biggest ever studies of the threats young gamers are most likely to encounter.
Live hack: Apex Legends esports tournament scandal
Hackers have long been engaging with the gaming world: from cracking games and creating cheats, to, more recently, attacking esports players live during an Apex Legends tournament. Regarding the latter, we break down what happened and how it could have been avoided.
Mario Forever, malware too: a free game with a miner and Trojans inside
Malicious versions of the free-to-download game Super Mario 3: Mario Forever plant a miner and a stealer on gamers’ machines.
Minecraft players under attack
Minecraft mods downloaded from several popular gaming websites contain dangerous malware. What we know so far.
The Phantom Menace: how gamers of different ages are being attacked
Why scammers are more likely to target kids than hardcore gamers, how they do it, and what they want to steal
The true cost of gaming
Our research reveals gamers’ attitudes toward computer performance — and the ethics of winning and losing.
Business
AI in cybersecurity automation
AI has dozens of applications in cybersecurity. Which ones are the most effective?
Phishing emails and Docusign electronic signature
Phishers have adopted another trick: they send emails pretending to be from Docusign with a fake link to a document that the recipient must sign.
Why standardization matters: from convenience to saving lives
Why international standards are important, and how Kaspersky contributes to IoT standardization.
School and cyberthreats
Why cybersecurity in education is critical, and how to protect schools from attacks.
Cybersecurity talent shortages: the roots and the solutions
We explore the root causes of the talent crisis in the cybersecurity industry and look for possible solutions.
I firmly believe that the concept of cybersecurity will soon become obsolete, and cyberimmunity will take its place.
Eugene Kaspersky
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10 Cool Big Data Projects
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Change Your Password Day Strong Password Day
Changing passwords regularly is outdated. Use strong and unique passwords that are easy to remember instead. Here’s how to make them.
Who to trust: Different types of SSL certificates
We explain what digital certificates are, what types exist, and what problems are associated with them.
Rooting your Android: Advantages, disadvantages, and snags
Many users of devices running Android are tempted to root them. Here we explain the good and bad sides of having superuser rights.
VPNs: What you need to know
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Tips
How to set up security and privacy in MapMyRun
A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the MapMyRun fitness tracker.
How to set up security and privacy in Nike Run Club
This guide will walk you through the essential privacy settings in the Nike Run Club training app.
How to set up security and privacy in Strava
Want to keep your runs, rides, and hikes private on Strava? This guide will walk you through the essential privacy settings in this popular fitness app.