Virus definition updates for Avast version 4.8 end in 2017

Upgrade to the newest version of Avast for the best protection.

26 Sep 2016 min read

Avast’s new Call Blocker app helps users avoid unwanted calls

Easily and effectively block unwanted calls from spammers, telemarketers, and even personal phone numbers with Avast Call Blocker.

26 Sep 2016 min read

Ransomware doesn't sell itself: Marketing malware on the darknet

Avast takes a deeper look into how Petya and Mischa authors market the double ransomware on the darknet

23 Sep 2016 min read

Mr. Robot review: eps2.9_pyth0n-pt2.p7z

Avast reviews the season finale of Mr. Robot, season 2.

22 Sep 2016 min read

Cybersecurity is a process, not a one-time solution

Effective cybersecurity addresses 5 core functions in a holistic manner which evolve with the threat environment.

20 Sep 2016 min read

Inside Petya and Mischa ransomware

The Avast Threat Intelligence team takes a deeper look into the double ransomware, Petya and Mischa.

20 Sep 2016 min read

Oktoberfest 2016: How to quickly connect to secure Wi-Fi in Munich

Avast Wi-Fi Finder helps you find Wi-Fi hotspots while traveling.

16 Sep 2016 min read

Mr. Robot review: eps2.9_pyth0n-pt1.p7z

Need help decoding what happened in Mr. Robot episode eps2.9_pyth0n-pt1.p7z? Avast explains!

15 Sep 2016 min read

Avast celebrates National Programmer’s Day

We tip our hats to all our dedicated programmers, in this Q&A with two of our software developers.

12 Sep 2016 min read

Zepto ransomware now introduces new features to better encrypt your files

The Threat Intelligence team takes a closer look at the new Zepto (ransomware) variant.

8 Sep 2016 min read

Mr. Robot review: eps2.8_h1dden-pr0cess.axx

Avast explains what happened in this week's exciting episode of Mr. Robot, including what Elliot used the Pringles can for!

8 Sep 2016 min read

Mr. Robot review: eps2.7_init_5.fve

While the latest episode put some pieces of the story’s puzzle together, there are still some unanswered questions. Let's take a look at what we currently know.

2 Sep 2016 min read

2012 Dropbox breach strikes again, dumps 68 million passwords online

Four years after Dropbox suffered a data breach, nearly two-thirds of the company’s user base has had their passwords revealed in a massive password dump.

1 Sep 2016 min read
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