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Domestic violence expert looks at threats and possibilities of IoT

Erica Olsen of the National Network to End Domestic Violence sees how abusers can manipulate devices, but also how victims can empower themselves

2 December 2019 min read
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How to take control of your connected home

perex__ National Network to End Domestic Violence provides suggestions, guidance and resources

National Network to End Domestic Violence provides suggestions, guidance and resources

2 December 2019 min read
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New malware Dexphot uses advanced stealth tactics like polymorphism to avoid detection

perex__ Plus, data-stealing apps target Twitter and Facebook users, a ransomware attack affects over 100 nursing homes, and the FBI warns the auto industry about cyberattacks

Plus, data-stealing apps target Twitter and Facebook users, a ransomware attack affects over 100 nursing homes, and the FBI warns the auto industry about cyberattacks

29 November 2019 min read
Tips & Advice

Black Friday shoppers, use our security checklist before you charge into sales

perex__ Half of retail execs anticipate web traffic will be even higher this year, so use our tips to stay safe in the virtual crowds

Half of retail execs anticipate web traffic will be even higher this year, so use our tips to stay safe in the virtual crowds

26 November 2019 min read
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Amazon tells senator there are few restrictions on how police may use Ring doorbell footage

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Plus, thousands of Disney+ accounts are hacked right out of the gate, a new malware scheme is linked to fake McDonald’s coupons, and the Coalition Against Stalkerware forms to help victims of abuse

22 November 2019 min read
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Five things to know about smart speakers for the holidays

perex__ {value=Millions of people will get an Alexa, Google Home, or Apple smart speaker for the holidays – help them ensure secure practices from the start}

Millions of people will get an Alexa, Google Home, or Apple smart speaker for the holidays – help them ensure secure practices from the start

20 November 2019 min read

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Protect your webcam from hackers with these 5 tips

perex__ Boost webcam security with these tips to keep spying eyes and listening ears away.

Boost webcam security with these tips to keep spying eyes and listening ears away.

19 November 2019 min read
Business Security

IT pros share insights to keep modern networks safe

perex__ Web threats, mobile workers, and cloud apps add to challenges

Web threats, mobile workers, and cloud apps add to challenges

19 November 2019 min read
Security News

DDoS attack targets UK Labour Party website

perex__ Plus, Google criticized for gathering health data, a research team uncovers 265 fake news sites, and Mexico oil giant Pemex gets hit with ransomware

Plus, Google criticized for gathering health data, a research team uncovers 265 fake news sites, and Mexico oil giant Pemex gets hit with ransomware

15 November 2019 min read
Avast News

Get a sneak peek at the hottest gadgets coming to CES

perex__ The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is almost here, and you can get a glimpse now at a robot dog, a digital nurse, and the Avast Omni

The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is almost here, and you can get a glimpse now at a robot dog, a digital nurse, and the Avast Omni

15 November 2019 min read
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Top 10 moments from the CyberSec & AI Prague Conference

perex__ Avast and Czech Technical University brought attendees topics ranging from hallucinating AI to the machine vs. machine struggle of adversarial algorithms

Avast and Czech Technical University brought attendees topics ranging from hallucinating AI to the machine vs. machine struggle of adversarial algorithms

11 November 2019 min read
Security News

Phishing scam issues fake court summons

perex__ Plus, two massive ransomware attacks hit Spain, the healthcare industry leads the pack in data breaches, and phishing scams are abusing Google Analytics

Plus, two massive ransomware attacks hit Spain, the healthcare industry leads the pack in data breaches, and phishing scams are abusing Google Analytics

8 November 2019 min read

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