ESET to expose latest
security and privacy risks of smart home devices at Mobile World Congress 2018
security and privacy risks of smart home devices at Mobile World Congress 2018
February 19, 2018 – ESET, the leading IT security vendor based
in the European Union, will launch its latest IoT security solutions and share
groundbreaking research into the security and privacy implications of smart
homes and devices at Mobile World Congress (MWC) – taking place February
26 – March 1, 2018 in Barcelona.
Exhibiting in Hall 7, booth 7H41,
ESET’s stand will form part of MWC’s Internet of Things tour. ESET’s security
specialists will demonstrate the company’s focus on IoT ecosystem protection
– a
top priority in this ever-more connected world. More information can be found on the
dedicated ESET website.
ESET’s stand will form part of MWC’s Internet of Things tour. ESET’s security
specialists will demonstrate the company’s focus on IoT ecosystem protection
– a
top priority in this ever-more connected world. More information can be found on the
dedicated ESET website.
“We continue to see a rise in Android
malware – with ransomware being part of it – as a result of a growing number of
malicious applications and targeted attacks. So, as more connected devices
become available on the market, the risk to consumers and businesses has never
been greater,” said Juraj Malcho, Chief Technology Officer
at ESET. “MWC
is the perfect platform for us to share our industry-leading insights, and our
latest research on privacy concerns, to help better protect users now and in
the future.”
malware – with ransomware being part of it – as a result of a growing number of
malicious applications and targeted attacks. So, as more connected devices
become available on the market, the risk to consumers and businesses has never
been greater,” said Juraj Malcho, Chief Technology Officer
at ESET. “MWC
is the perfect platform for us to share our industry-leading insights, and our
latest research on privacy concerns, to help better protect users now and in
the future.”
1. Hackers
in the home?
in the home?
Smart home gadgets were big news
at CES 2018, and there can be no doubt the latest and
greatest in innovative smart devices will be on display at MWC. Consumers are continually acquiring more
connected devices into their homes. Yet while they have their benefits, these
cool gadgets have a darker side as individuals share more sensitive, personal
data about their everyday lives.
at CES 2018, and there can be no doubt the latest and
greatest in innovative smart devices will be on display at MWC. Consumers are continually acquiring more
connected devices into their homes. Yet while they have their benefits, these
cool gadgets have a darker side as individuals share more sensitive, personal
data about their everyday lives.
Are
the concerns over smart devices justified? To find out, ESET engineers tested how smart home
devices communicate with networks and manufacturers. At MWC, ESET will showcase
a purpose-built concept Smart Home where the team will demonstrate the
potential risks to security and privacy posed by these gadgets.
the concerns over smart devices justified? To find out, ESET engineers tested how smart home
devices communicate with networks and manufacturers. At MWC, ESET will showcase
a purpose-built concept Smart Home where the team will demonstrate the
potential risks to security and privacy posed by these gadgets.
Join ESET at booth 7H41 as
experts announce the findings from this leading-edge IoT research and ESET
Global Security Evangelist, Tony Anscombe will be on hand to answer questions
about what it means for consumers’ security and privacy.
experts announce the findings from this leading-edge IoT research and ESET
Global Security Evangelist, Tony Anscombe will be on hand to answer questions
about what it means for consumers’ security and privacy.
2. New solutions for new
technology
technology
Did you know 90 percent of Android TVs are reportedly vulnerable to hacking?
Don’t miss the launch of ESET’s new security solution for Android TVs, which
provides advanced technology against cybercriminals targeting connected TVs.
Don’t miss the launch of ESET’s new security solution for Android TVs, which
provides advanced technology against cybercriminals targeting connected TVs.
Join ESET at MobileFocus Global, PEPCOM‘s annual media event, on Monday 26th February
at 19.00 where ESET’S team of experts will be hosting a live demonstration
to show how the new security solution defends consumers from cyberattacks. Find
out more by visiting ESET’s dedicated MWC website here.
at 19.00 where ESET’S team of experts will be hosting a live demonstration
to show how the new security solution defends consumers from cyberattacks. Find
out more by visiting ESET’s dedicated MWC website here.
3. Ransomware as global threat
2017 was certainly the year of
ransomware, with the likes of WannaCry and (Not)Petya demonstrating the chaos
it can cause. At MWC 2018, get up to date with ESET’S new research on
ransomware for Android. The latest findings provide detailed insight into how
ransomware for Android has evolved into a full-scale global threat, affecting
telcos, ISPs and MSPs, over the past 12 months and how ESET succeeds in
combatting the evolving risk.
ransomware, with the likes of WannaCry and (Not)Petya demonstrating the chaos
it can cause. At MWC 2018, get up to date with ESET’S new research on
ransomware for Android. The latest findings provide detailed insight into how
ransomware for Android has evolved into a full-scale global threat, affecting
telcos, ISPs and MSPs, over the past 12 months and how ESET succeeds in
combatting the evolving risk.
4.
Meet the experts
Meet the experts
This year’s MWC marks ESET’s 30 year
anniversary. For three decades ESET experts have single-mindedly focused on
protecting its customers from complex threats. This year, meet ESET Chief
Technology Officer Juraj Malcho and Tony Anscombe, ESET´s Global Security
Evangelist, ESET’s Security Awareness Specialist Ondrej Kubovic and Director of
Global Sales Jeronimo Varela, at ESET’s booth, 7H41. To set up a meeting
with ESET experts, and to see a full rundown of ESET’s activities at MWC,
click here.
anniversary. For three decades ESET experts have single-mindedly focused on
protecting its customers from complex threats. This year, meet ESET Chief
Technology Officer Juraj Malcho and Tony Anscombe, ESET´s Global Security
Evangelist, ESET’s Security Awareness Specialist Ondrej Kubovic and Director of
Global Sales Jeronimo Varela, at ESET’s booth, 7H41. To set up a meeting
with ESET experts, and to see a full rundown of ESET’s activities at MWC,
click here.
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security software and services for businesses and consumers worldwide.
With solutions ranging from endpoint and mobile security, to encryption
and two-factor authentication, ESET’s high-performing, easy-to-use products
give consumers and businesses the peace of mind to enjoy the full potential of
their technology. ESET unobtrusively protects and monitors 24/7, updating
defenses in real-time to keep users safe and businesses running without
interruption. Evolving threats require an evolving IT security company. Backed
by R&D centers worldwide, ESET becomes the first IT security company to
earn 100 Virus Bulletin
VB100 awards, identifying every single
“in-the-wild” malware without interruption since 2003. For more information
visit www.eset.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
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