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Has the world changed since The Most Hated Man on the Internet?

People are still sharing explicit images without the consent of the people in them, and there still is no federal law criminalizing revenge porn. While it might feel like two steps forward and one step back, the climate today is much better online than it was in past decades.

7 Sep 2022 min read

Businesses’ Facebook accounts hacked to spread Redline Password Stealer malware

Hacked Facebook accounts belonging to a Brazilian ISP, Mexican sporting goods store, mountain tourism site from Slovakia, and a computer repair shop in the Philippines are spreading posts linking to malware to users around the world.

6 Sep 2022 min read

The rise of ransomware and what can be done about it

Exploring the reasons for ransomware's rise over the past decade as well as measures necessary to start investing in a more secure future.

5 Sep 2022 min read

French tax office uses AI to find swimming pools

Plus, LastPass gets hacked and a cryptojacker hides in legit apps.

2 Sep 2022 min read

When it comes to tech knowledge, many parents believe their children have overtaken them

55% of parents across the UK have expressed concern about the fact their children are more clued up about tech than they are.

31 Aug 2022 min read

Avast joins industry leading foundations to enable global-scale digital trust

Avast joins several prominent digital trust and identity organizations to help people regain control of their digital identities and data.

30 Aug 2022 min read

Millennials are the most likely to fall for online scams

It’s possible that the combination of Millennial comfort with the internet, plus greater time online and a bit of hubris all combine to make them more vulnerable to falling for online scams.

30 Aug 2022 min read

Apple flaws put company networks at risk

Plus, Zoom patches and repatches, while Twitter tests a new feature.

26 Aug 2022 min read

What is vishing and how do I protect myself against it?

While there are a variety of vishing methods, the most common have recently centered on the theft of financial information or government IDs.

24 Aug 2022 min read

Businesses get a new layer of protection with Avast Ransomware Shield

In light of evolving threats, businesses can rely on Avast’s Ransomware Shield for uninterrupted access to their systems and data.

24 Aug 2022 min read

Back to school: Shopping cybersecurity 101

Learn your school’s policy regarding students’ computers and mobile devices, warn your kids about phishing, and be wary of public Wi-Fi.

23 Aug 2022 min read

We’re in the midst of a scamdemic — here’s what to do about it

Scams are reaching New Zealanders and Australians via multiple communications channels on a weekly basis.

23 Aug 2022 min read

Keyboard warriors: Why Millennials are more likely to engage in trolling

The internet can feel like the whole world sometimes, but it’s actually just a small portion of it. So before you start to sound off online, take a breath.

22 Aug 2022 min read

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Has the world changed since The Most Hated Man on the Internet?

Businesses’ Facebook accounts hacked to spread Redline Password Stealer malware

The rise of ransomware and what can be done about it

French tax office uses AI to find swimming pools

When it comes to tech knowledge, many parents believe their children have overtaken them

Avast joins industry leading foundations to enable global-scale digital trust

Millennials are the most likely to fall for online scams

Apple flaws put company networks at risk

What is vishing and how do I protect myself against it?

Businesses get a new layer of protection with Avast Ransomware Shield

Back to school: Shopping cybersecurity 101

We’re in the midst of a scamdemic — here’s what to do about it

Keyboard warriors: Why Millennials are more likely to engage in trolling

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