The iPhone just got a super secure new browser By Nicholas Fearn published 18 November 20 iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch users can now download Avast’s Secure Browser to stay secure when browsing the web.
8 essential tips for protecting your phone from hackers By Emily Long published 12 November 20 Worried your phone could fall prey to hackers? Here's a few simple steps to lock things down.
Nasty Android malware steals passwords from over 200 apps — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil published 24 September 20 A new Android malware called 'Alien' can steal passwords from more than 200 apps, log your keystrokes and even remotely control your phone.
Windows 10's antivirus can download malware — Microsoft responds By Paul Wagenseil published 4 September 20 A command-line tool buried in Windows Defender Antivirus can be used to download any file from the internet -- including malware.
This dangerous Mac malware was 'approved' by Apple: What to do [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 31 August 20 Apple approved the notorious Shlayer malware for installation on macOS Catalina and Big Sur, security researchers say.
Nasty email hack can steal your personal data — what to do By Paul Wagenseil published 27 August 20 A new strain of the Qbot malware hijacks email threads and online banking sessions to steal passwords and other credentials, researchers say.
No, Microsoft is not forcing you to use Windows Defender [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 21 August 20 Microsoft is not forcing you to use Windows Defender, but a change in the Windows Registry options makes it much harder to go without any kind of antivirus protection permanently.
Avast Free Antivirus review By Brian Nadel published 11 August 20 Avast Free Antivirus offers a ton of features for a free antivirus program but has mediocre malware protection and a heavy system load.
Fake post-office apps are trying to steal your money — avoid these now By Nicholas Fearn published 1 July 20 The FakeSpy Android malware now comes embedded in phony postal-service apps from all over the world.
Hack a PS4, and Sony might pay you $50,000 By Nicholas Fearn published 25 June 20 Now that Sony has instituted its first bug-bounty program, up to $50,000 or more awaits successful bug hunters who find security flaws in the PS4 console.
'Lucifer' malware targets Windows machines using NSA exploits: Protect yourself now By Nicholas Fearn published 25 June 20 The new 'Lucifer' malware barges into Windows machines, sets up cryptocurrency mining and then spreads throughout local networks using NSA-created exploits.
Kaspersky Total Security wins the 2020 Tom's Guide Awards for top antivirus program By Paul Wagenseil published 24 June 20 Kaspersky Total Security wins the 2020 Tom's Guide Award for best antivirus program.
Google web tool used to steal credit cards online — how to protect yourself By Nicholas Fearn published 22 June 20 Cybercriminals are using a popular Google tool to steal credit card numbers from online shopping sites, Kaspersky reported.
Popular online shooter leaks 1.2 million user records: What to do By Nicholas Fearn published 22 June 20 Researchers warn that hackers are selling the personal information of players of the Stalker Online game to the highest bidder on the dark web.
North Korea reportedly plans massive cyberattack this weekend to steal your stimulus check By Nicholas Fearn published 19 June 20 North Korean state-sponsored hackers may try to launch a massive wave of phishing attacks against the U.S., U.K., India, Japan, South Korea and Singapore this weekend, a security firm said.
Rapidly evolving keylogger malware has some security experts worried By Nicholas Fearn published 16 June 20 Researchers are warning network operators to defend against a dangerous keylogger that is expected to be around for some time.
Look out, online gamers: Hackers want your passwords and accounts By Nicholas Fearn published 16 June 20 Kaspersky is warning gamers of potential security threats because online crooks are using password-stealing Trojans to compromise online gaming accounts.
Black Lives Matter scam steals passwords and personal data — what to do By Nicholas Fearn published 11 June 20 Phony emails claiming to involve victims in Black Lives Matter are infecting PCs with information-stealing malware.
Billions of smart home devices open to attack: What to do By Nicholas Fearn published 9 June 20 A serious security flaw in smart-home devices could let hackers bypass security systems, steal data and launch cyberattacks.
Coronavirus crisis spurs crooks to email malware-infested resumes By Nicholas Fearn published 8 June 20 Cybercriminals are taking advantage of the global pandemic by attaching malware to resumes and medical-leave requests.
Malware surges as cyber crooks take advantage of global pandemic, report finds By Nicholas Fearn published 3 June 20 Malwarebytes says cyber criminals are exploiting the coronavirus pandemic, leading to a huge increase in malware attacks.
AVG AntiVirus Free review By Brian Nadel published 20 May 20 AVG AntiVirus Free is beaten in features by its more glamorous sibling Avast Free Antivirus and beaten in malware protection by everything else.
Windows Defender review By Brian Nadel published 20 May 20 Windows Defender isn't the absolute best antivirus software, but it's easily good enough to be your main malware defense.
Android spyware gives attackers total control of your phone: What to do By Paul Wagenseil published 14 May 20 Russian crooks are targeting people throughout the Western world with sophisticated Android spyware that can take total control of your phone.
Macs under attack by North Korean spies — how to protect yourself By Paul Wagenseil published 7 May 20 North Korea's most feared hacking crew is targeting Macs with stealthy spyware, Malwarebytes reported.
28 antivirus products share nasty flaw that can brick your PC: What you need to know By Paul Wagenseil published 27 April 20 Many antivirus programs can be tricked into deleting their own files or critical system files, researchers showed.
Malwarebytes launches Privacy, its own WireGuard-based VPN service By Paul Wagenseil published 23 April 20 Malwarebytes launched its Privacy VPN service, becoming the latest in a string of antivirus makers to offer VPNs, but the first to offer the new WireGuard protocol.
Nasty Windows 10 flaw breaks Windows Defender: Protect yourself now By Henry T. Casey published 17 April 20 A Microsoft malware-definition update has borked the built-in Windows Defender antivirus software, but we've got a solution.
Zoom attracting malware attacks: How to protect yourself By Kate Kozuch published 31 March 20 Zoom's rising popularity makes the video-conferencing software a ripe target for cybercriminals, who seem to be gearing up to take advantage of Zoom users.
Windows 10 bug reportedly cripples built-in antivirus: What to do By Kate Kozuch published 23 March 20 Windows Defender, the antivirus component of Windows 10, is skipping files during security scans for no apparent reason.
