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Scammers have switched to using QR codes in fake traffic violation texts — don't fall for this
By Scott Younker published
Scammers are using QR codes to trick people with fake traffic violations. Don't fall for it.

Webroot is knocking 50% off its Total Protection plan — here's how to get it
By Louis Ramirez published
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Dangerous new NoVoice Android malware could be undeletable on older phones — check your settings right now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
New NoVoice Android malware hides in innocent-looking apps to bypass your phone’s defenses and secretly monitor every single app you open.

AI assistants like ChatGPT and Gemini have a massive blind spot called "Prompt Injection." Here’s how hidden commands on websites can hijack your AI and steal your data.
By Amanda Caswell published
ChatGPT, Gemini and other AI assistants have a massive blind spot that hidden commands on websites can use to hijack your sessions and steal your data.

I put Apple’s new macOS ClickFix warnings to the test and they actually worked — now I want them on Windows too
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Apple now shows a warning before pasting anything that could be dangerous in macOS Tahoe 26.4 to help keep you safe from ClickFix attacks.

The best internet security suites for total online protection
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best internet security suites stop malware, manage your passwords, secure your connections and protect you from identity theft.

Google Drive just rolled out new tools to protect you from ransomware — here's how they work
By Tom Pritchard published
Google Drive has just rolled out free ransomware protection for desktop users, keeping you alerted to potential attacks and making sure you can get your files back.

We've tested the best antivirus software to protect your computer and these are the 6 we recommend
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Protect your computer and smartphone right now without breaking the bank — one of the best antivirus apps is even free!
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