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I saw what you did…or did I?

It might seem legit but there are several reasons why you should not always hit the panic button when someone claims to have your email password In the official trailer to a 1965 horror-thriller film, a series of land-line telephone handsets (remember them?) are shown ringing, and the voice-over says in an increasingly urgent voice, “Don’t answer it!!” >>Read more

ESET named as the only Challenger in 2018 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms

ESET – a global player in information security – has been named as a Challenger in the 2018 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms*. The company was the only Challenger named in the Magic Quadrant. ESET was evaluated based on its ability to execute and completeness of vision. ESET believes this placement reflects its consistently improved competence to offer maximum protection for enterprises. >>Read more

ESET researchers discover the biggest threat to industrial control systems

ESET researchers analysed samples of the malware, detected by ESET as Win32/Industroyer, capable of performing an attack on power supply infrastructure. The malware was most probably involved in the December 2016 attack on Ukraine’s power grid that deprived part of its capital, Kiev, of power for an hour. >>Read more

Global Ransomware Attack: Outbreak Disrupts IT Systems Worldwide

A new wave of ransomware known as “WannaCry” has spread across the globe and infected tens of thousands of computers. This ransomware propagates by exploiting a Microsoft Windows vulnerability in unpatched computers. According to Europol, more than 200,000 victims had been hit in more than 150 countries – the largest ransomware attack observed in history. >>Read more

Data leak dangers: Know your weak spotsData leak dangers: Know your weak spots

From customer credit card details that ease the flow at online checkouts to employee records that are vital to HR departments, today’s businesses are built on sensitive data. In many ways, it’s the lifeblood that makes the modern company tick. If experience is anything to go by, though, it can also feel like the next big security disaster is waiting to happen, says Carey van Vlaanderen, CEO at ESET Southern Africa. >>Read more

5 threats every company needs to pay attention to

ESET’s laboratories constantly analyse and study how cybercriminals propagate their threats all over the world. Looking back at ESET’s trend papers, we can see the evolution and the changes that companies have had to undergo. >>Read more

Can Help Their Children Explore Online Safely

ESET, a pioneer in IT security for more than two decades, today announces the global availability of its ESET Parental Control for Android app, which helps parents to protect their children when exploring the online world. >>Read more

ESET launches Smart Security 9 and ESET NOD32 Antivirus 9

ESET has announced the availability of its new security solutions for Windows home users: ESET Smart Security 9 and ESET NOD32 Antivirus 9. Both have a completely re-engineered user interface and ESET Smart Security 9 features a new tool to protect customers’ banking transactions and online payments. >>Read more

ESET® Announces East African Expansion

ESET®, a global leader in security software for over 25 years, today announces the opening of their Kenyan office under the management of Bruce Donovan, with a focus on business development, channel sales, marketing and distribution.

Kenya is recognised as the first country in the world to pioneer mobile technology economy and is set to become home to Africa’s ‘Silicon Valley’ as it continues to be the fastest growing centre for innovation across the world. >>Read more

ESET’s Next-Generation Business Security Products Now Available Worldwide

A completely re-engineered business security products, boasting increased usability, performance and administrative flexibility, from the makers of award-winning NOD32® technology.

ESET Southern Africa, the leader in proactive digital protection, announces today the availability of its completely re-engineered and redesigned range of IT security products for business. >>Read more

What is Ransomware?

Ransomware is the generic term for any malicious software that, as its name suggests, demands a ransom be paid by the computer’s user.  Generally ransomware has done something unpleasant to your computer, and potentially to your data. >>Read more

Phishing, exploits and botnets – how they can affect your business

More often, companies are the targets of cybercriminals, regardless of their size.  The attacks usually end with sensitive information being stolen, leaving the business in a very difficult situation.

In fact, ransomware cases have multiplied over the last few months.>>Read more

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