TikTok sued over data collection of children

Plus, Facebook introduced new audio features and spies attack on LinkedIn

23 Apr 2021 min read

Can you spot a deceptive installer?

If a program costs something on a trusted site but is free somewhere else, there’s something suspicious going on

22 Apr 2021 min read

Discussing 4 misconceptions about tech abuse — and how to combat them

Avast CISO Jaya Baloo led a panel that explored several myths and misconceptions about tech abuse

22 Apr 2021 min read

Are background checks on Tinder actually a good move?

The tech landscape is littered with good intentions that can have serious, long-lasting negative consequences

21 Apr 2021 min read

Here's how to shift to a user-focused security model

Now's the time for businesses to make the move away from outdated security models

21 Apr 2021 min read

Here's what your Amazon Echo knows about you

How thoroughly do you want Amazon inside your home?

20 Apr 2021 min read

SIM swapping: What it is and how to stop it

No matter the shape or size, compromising SIM cards is a relatively simple task

19 Apr 2021 min read

Avast Business Antivirus Pro Plus ranked top product by AV-TEST

Avast Business earns top scores on protection, performance, and usability

19 Apr 2021 min read

Facebook expands its Oversight Board scope

Plus, WhatsApp and Clubhouse face privacy issues and the FBI protects unsuspecting users by...hacking them?

16 Apr 2021 min read

New Microsoft Exchange patches that SMBs should apply immediately

Even if you needed to apply patches last month, you’ll need to do so again this month

14 Apr 2021 min read

Why the traditional security network is failing today's SMBs

Our newest white paper outlines the current SMB security landscape and explains how to move beyond the perimeter

14 Apr 2021 min read

Video: Avast Hacker Archives Episode 5: Eva Galperin

In our fifth episode, Avast CISO Jaya Baloo talks with cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin on the dangers of stalkerware

13 Apr 2021 min read

How to add authentication to your Facebook and Google accounts

Setting up 2FA gives you the peace of mind knowing that your accounts are secure

12 Apr 2021 min read
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