Tools deliver false promises to YouTubers and Gamers

Fake tools, that are actually malicious, promise more YouTube subscribers or gaming coins.

11 Jul 2016 min read

Avast and AVG: A Future Together

Avast Software seeks to acquire AVG Technologies.

7 Jul 2016 min read

Permission to punch the presidential candidates

Whomever your candidate of choice, check your app permissions to see if they are really justified and worth the fun you might enjoy from the app.

6 Jul 2016 min read

Stay free of online threats this Independence Day weekend

To make the most out of this year’s 4th of July weekend, it’s important to take the necessary measures to stay safe online and free of digital threats.

1 Jul 2016 min read

Updated Home Network Security feature provides users with 360 degrees of protection

Avast Home Network Security scans a user’s home network and routers for potential security issues.

29 Jun 2016 min read

CyberCapture: Protection against zero-second attacks [infographic]

CyberCapture isolates unknown files in a safe environment and establishes a 2-way communication channel with you and Avast’s team of expert security analysts.

23 Jun 2016 min read

Retefe banking Trojan targets UK banking customers

Using fake certificates, the Trojan is designed to trick victims into giving up their login credentials and other sensitive information.

22 Jun 2016 min read

What is Nitro? Our newest, high-speed version of Avast Antivirus

Our customers said they wanted a lightweight Avast, so we happily introduce the Nitro Update to Avast Antivirus.

21 Jun 2016 min read

Windows 10 users need more protection than basic Defender

Windows 10 users need to have more antivirus protection than Defender offers. Avast runs in parallel to give you the highest level of security.

16 Jun 2016 min read

Four things to do before you go on vacation

With a bit of preparation your mobile phone, laptop, and personal data can be secure when you travel. Read our 4 tips, and don't forget the sunscreen!

15 Jun 2016 min read

Zuckerberg Twitter hack could have been avoided with better passwords

Even celebrities like Mark Zuckerberg use easy passwords that get hacked. Until there is a better way, you need help managing your passwords.

10 Jun 2016 min read

Out of storage? Photo Space creates space on your iPhone

It's so frustrating to run out of space when you want to take a picture. 😬 Our new Photo Space app for iOS gives you way more space so you can keep shooting!

9 Jun 2016 min read

The newest phishing spam: “Security Alert!!!”

A laughable fake Avast alert email tries to harvest email addresses via a spam message and leads to several malicious domains.

9 Jun 2016 min read
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