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How to protect your Android device from a ransomware attack

Android-based ransomware attacks are on the rise, but don’t worry — this Avast Essential Guide explains what to look for and how to keep your Android devices safe.

25 Apr 2018 min read

Avast at RSA: What an amazing week

Here’s our recap from a week of cybersecurity happenings at this year’s RSA.

25 Apr 2018 min read

US & UK issue security warning and tech giants join forces

A large-scale cyberattack may be imminent, warns US & UK governments, and a groundbreaking cybersecurity accord is formed

20 Apr 2018 min read

Is your business vulnerable to a cyberattack?

Just because your company is small doesn’t mean it’s safe from cybersecurity threats.

18 Apr 2018 min read

Large-scale cyberattack? Protect yourself with this quick and easy guide

Follow these simple tips and precautions to help keep your devices — and yourself — safe in the event of a Big One.

18 Apr 2018 min read

Recent findings from CCleaner APT investigation reveal that attackers entered the Piriform network via TeamViewer

Unrelated to the CCleaner attack, Avast also found ShadowPad samples active in South Korea and Russia, logging a financial transaction

18 Apr 2018 min read

Minecraft players exposed to malicious code in modified “skins”

Close to 50,000 Minecraft accounts infected with malware designed to reformat hard-drives and more.

17 Apr 2018 min read

Take the cryptomining challenge at RSA

RSA attendees can learn about cryptomining, take part in the challenge, and even win a prize.

16 Apr 2018 min read

How to get rid of toolbars, adware, and trials with Avast Cleanup Premium

Your PC might be full of programs you didn’t even know about, such as trials, pre-installed toolbars and other hidden junk.

14 Apr 2018 min read

Facebook goes to Washington and Verizon announces #1 threat

Zuckerberg talks to Congress, Facebook gets sued, and Verizon reports ransomware is today’s top threat.

13 Apr 2018 min read

Should you use an ad blocker?

The answer is yes. Here are three good reasons why and four things to look out for.

12 Apr 2018 min read

Best practices to protect data, devices, and people

Best practices to follow for SMBs and MSPs.

11 Apr 2018 min read

Avast Android App Report reveals Android’s most used phones & most installed apps

Using anonymous data from millions of users, Avast’s Android App Performance & Trends Report reveals which phones and apps the world loves most.

11 Apr 2018 min read

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How to protect your Android device from a ransomware attack

Avast at RSA: What an amazing week

US & UK issue security warning and tech giants join forces

Is your business vulnerable to a cyberattack?

Large-scale cyberattack? Protect yourself with this quick and easy guide

Recent findings from CCleaner APT investigation reveal that attackers entered the Piriform network via TeamViewer

Minecraft players exposed to malicious code in modified “skins”

Take the cryptomining challenge at RSA

How to get rid of toolbars, adware, and trials with Avast Cleanup Premium

Facebook goes to Washington and Verizon announces #1 threat

Should you use an ad blocker?

Best practices to protect data, devices, and people

Avast Android App Report reveals Android’s most used phones & most installed apps

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