Knock-off FIFA apps on Google Play

Avast Threat Lab found four fake FIFA football apps on the Google Play Store - just in time for the Copa America 2016 soccer tournament.

2 Jun 2016 min read

On Children’s Day, teach your kids how to stay safe online

We’re here to help you provide your kids with a secure approach to using the Internet safely and wisely. Make sure to protect your family’s devices with Avast.

1 Jun 2016 min read

North Korea makes a Facebook clone, site gets hacked hours later

If North Korea was to create its own "Facebook," shouldn't securing the site from hackers be one of its top priorities? Recent news begs to differ.

31 May 2016 min read

Avast Free Antivirus is top-rated free security software

Wondering if free antivirus protection is worth it? Avast Free Antivirus has nearly 100% malware detection rates with 0 false positives. We did better than pricey premium products! WooHoo!

25 May 2016 min read

Independent test shows Avast offers best HTTPS protection in the market

What is HTTPS scanning? Why is it necessary and why does it make sense if it seems to be adding security problems instead of protecting the user?

23 May 2016 min read

Your iPhone6s is not waiting for you – despite what the text message says

Your iPhone6s is not waiting for you – despite what the text message says What’s the deal with these “you won something” texts?

23 May 2016 min read

Time to change your LinkedIn password

CEOs, top execs, and everyone else on LinkedIn: Your login credentials are being bought and sold on the dark web, so it's time to change your passwords!

19 May 2016 min read

Locky ransomware is far from dead

Locky is ransomware targeting PCs in small businesses. Avast detects and protects you from this ransomware. Read more about how it works.

19 May 2016 min read

Avast Software Updater can help protect you from security loopholes, like the recent 7 Zip vulnerabilities

When vulnerabilities are found, it's the responsibility of software owners to patch them. However, these patches are useless, unless users update their software

19 May 2016 min read

New feature in Avast Passwords for Android: Fingerprint scanning

Using Avast Passwords, you can rest assured knowing that your sensitive account information is safe and secure.

16 May 2016 min read

Andromeda distributors craft new strategies for attacks

Most of popular botnet Andromeda’s distribution channels have been discovered and analyzed by antivirus vendors.

10 May 2016 min read

Android Banker Trojan preys on credit card information

Most of today’s malware authors create malware for one of two reasons: either to make money or to steal valuable data.

5 May 2016 min read

Can your bad passwords cost you money and cause trouble?

Have you used the same old passwords for years? Using the same passwords on multiple accounts? Time to get your passwords in order! Follow our tips.

5 May 2016 min read
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