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

Privacy policy update: WhatsApp will share your information with Facebook

WhatsApp will share 1 billion users’ account information with Facebook to improve ads and product experiences.

1 Sep 2016 min read

Wi-Fi Finder 2.0 brings secure Wi-Fi connectivity to the next level

Avast Wi-Fi Finder provides you with free, secure and fast connection to Wi-Fi networks everywhere you go.

31 Aug 2016 min read

Apple security holes reveal chinks in the iOS armor

Three undiscovered iOS vulnerabilities leave iPhone users scampering to update their devices.

30 Aug 2016 min read

Back-to-school security tips for IT admins [infographic]

Locking down school environments is virtually impossible with BYOD and BYOA, so school administrators need best practices to secure their students and staff.

29 Aug 2016 min read

Mr. Robot review: eps2.6_succ3ss0r.p12

Read as we break down this week’s episode of Mr. Robot, which was rich in mobile malware and account breaches.

25 Aug 2016 min read

Phone lost or stolen? Avast has your back with updated Anti-Theft app

Using Avast Anti-Theft, you can now locate, lock, wipe and sound an alarm on your lost or stolen phones by using any mobile or desktop device.

22 Aug 2016 min read

Mr. Robot review: eps2.5_h4ndshake.sme

Avast explains how black market sites work so you can fully understand the latest Mr. Robot episode!

18 Aug 2016 min read

Linux flaw puts 80% of Android devices at risk

A vulnerability thought to affect about 1.4 billion Android devices has been uncovered.

17 Aug 2016 min read
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