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Breaches, borders, and Barcelona — the week in security news

From new revelations about one of the worst security breaches of all time to discovering that a key means of securing passports is not implemented by US officials. Barcelona hosted one of the technology industry’s biggest events.

3 Mar 2018 min read

Avast scores 100% in Windows antivirus endpoint protection test

Independent lab AV-TEST gives Avast Business Antivirus high marks for protecting Windows 7 systems.

1 Mar 2018 min read

Mobile security and new data on the risk of banking Trojans

New Avast survey shows that over 50% of consumers cannot distinguish real apps from fake apps.

27 Feb 2018 min read

Avast Smart Life protects the growing number of IoT devices in your home

New cloud-based security service keeps families’ private data protected and secure.

26 Feb 2018 min read

Avast highlights the latest security risks at MWC 2018

The future of IoT, the dangers of open Wi-Fi, and an IoT cryptomining experiment are just some of the presentations Avast has in store for the crowds going to MWC in Barcelona.

23 Feb 2018 min read

The reason SMBs need MSPs more than ever

Growing cyberattacks drive SMBs to seek stronger security solutions.

21 Feb 2018 min read

Avast tracks down Tempting Cedar Spyware

Social engineering used to trick Facebook users into downloading Advanced Persistent Threat disguised as Kik Messenger app.

21 Feb 2018 min read

AntiTrack Premium stops trackers in their tracks

The new Avast app for Windows blocks invasive trackers and gives you back your privacy.

20 Feb 2018 min read

Certified security for Windows and Mac

AV-TEST awards high marks to Avast Free Antivirus and Avast Security for Mac.

19 Feb 2018 min read

Two true — and telling — tales about cryptomining from this week

Two stories this week raise critical points to discuss and some big questions to ask about cryptomining.

17 Feb 2018 min read

What is a VPN and how does it work? Your Essential Guide.

Everything you always wanted to know about Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) but were afraid to ask.

16 Feb 2018 min read

Avast Android App Report reveals: These apps crush your phone’s battery

Our new Android App Report explains what your favorite apps are doing to your smartphone’s performance.

13 Feb 2018 min read

Password leak on the dark web: 7 tips to strengthen your password security

Avoid the most common password mistakes to protect your personal information

13 Feb 2018 min read

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