Super Bowl scams—How to avoid getting sacked by cybercriminals

Learn how to avoid falling victim to phishing, fake ticket sales, and other scams this season.

16 Jan 2025 min read

Time for a new job—9 work-from-home scams and how to spot them

Looking for a work-from-home gig this year? Cool, but beware of scams.

8 Jan 2025 min read

The Avast Phishing Awards: Trickiest email headlines of 2024

Welcome to the most prestigious event in the world of cyber trickery: the annual Avast Phishing Awards! Join us as we unveil the most noteworthy, side-eye-inducing, and downright dubious email headlines that made this such a year to remember.

20 Dec 2024 min read

Is Shein safe? Cybersecurity tips for fashion lovers

Shein hauls have taken social media feeds by storm, but is the website as safe as it’s stylish?

19 Dec 2024 min read

This year’s resolution: remove nosey apps from your device

Some apps are plain greedy—like a stranger you invite for a meal who insists on ordering everything expensive on the menu. Except instead of a rib eye, pasta, and chocolate soufflé, it’s your data they’re collecting. Here’s what you can do to set some boundaries and reclaim your privacy in 2025.

19 Dec 2024 min read

FakeCaptcha scams—When the “I’m not a robot” button is a trap

Before you prove your humanity to a pop up, make sure you’re not accidentally downloading malware.

17 Dec 2024 min read

10 telltale signs of a fake giveaway on social media

Learn how to spot fake online giveaways like a pro.

17 Dec 2024 min read

6 tips to protect your new devices during the holiday season

Security advice for brand new devices this holiday season

11 Dec 2024 min read

Avast researchers detect a surge in fake e-shops

We kicked off the holiday shopping season with expectations of sales, but beware: a new wave of fake e-shops is spreading on the internet.

6 Dec 2024 min read

Ransomware is doubling down—What you need to know about the recent surge

Our experts at Gen observed a 100% increase of ransomware activity quarter over quarter.

19 Nov 2024 min read

Adware on the rise—Why your phone isn’t as safe as you think

Adware continues to be the most widespread on-device malware, with new variants popping up in the PlayStore and older ones picking up steam.

19 Nov 2024 min read

Smart holiday shopping—How to safely secure deals and discounts for the hottest gifts

The holiday season brings new shopping habits—but do they put you more at risk?

14 Nov 2024 min read

What is smishing?

It's important to be vigilant and cautious when receiving text messages from unknown or unexpected sources.

7 Nov 2024 min read
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