Fake e-Shop scams — How cybercriminals are cashing it in

The holiday season may be over, but cybercriminals aren’t done shopping for victims. Check out how you can stay protected from these scams that put your payment details and personal data at risk.

13 Feb 2025 min read

How scammers are exploiting your favorite platforms

Scammers are turning your favorite social media platforms into digital hunting grounds — learn how to spot and avoid their latest tactics.

13 Feb 2025 min read

Start the year by protecting your privacy— A stalkerware quick check

Keep your personal life personal—essential tips to spot and stop stalkerware in 2025. 

21 Jan 2025 min read

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
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