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Fake LastPass iPhone app scam — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Scammers tried to trick LastPass users into downloading a fake app on the App Store by impersonating the popular password manager.
This Android malware can steal all your photos and texts without being opened — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
A new version of the XLoader malware has been discovered that can launch automatically on infected devices without any user interaction whatsoever.
Fake Facebook job ads are using malware to syphon off credit card data and passwords — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cybercriminals are using weaponized PDFs to trick job seekers into installing new info-stealing malware on their PCs.
Malware-filled messaging apps are wreaking havoc on Android phones — delete these malicious apps right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cybercriminals used a combination of romance scams and malicious apps to infect unsuspecting users with the VarjaSpy remote access trojan.
The best apps to keep your computer safe in 2024
By Olivia Powell published
Cyber security Tom's Guide experts have compiled a list of the top 3 VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers for all-round protection of your new computer
26 billion records exposed online in biggest data leak ever — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mother of all Breaches contains 12 terabytes of records obtained from previous leaks, breaches and hacked databases.
The best Android antivirus apps in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Keep your Android devices running smoothly and virus free with one of the best Android antivirus apps.
Worried about spyware on your iPhone? iShutdown can reveal if you’ve been infected
By Anthony Spadafora published
Security researchers have developed a new set of scripts that automate the process of looking through an iPhone’s log files for signs of spyware and malware.
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