Understanding and protecting against DNS threats with Avast

You might not have heard of DNS--but cybercriminals definitely have. Here's how they exploit it to steal your data.

14 Dec 2023 min read

Avast Threat Report shows humans are better targets than software

The latest Avast Threat Report identifies the most prominent targets for cybercrime—and it’s us.

14 Dec 2023 min read

Small business cybersecurity predictions for 2024 from Avast threat researchers

Avast's 2024 guide for small businesses: stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and help secure your organization's digital world.

13 Dec 2023 min read

Stepping into 2024 with a look at emerging cybersecurity risks

Avast's 2024 guide: AI risks, loan app dangers, chat scams. Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and secure your digital world.

12 Dec 2023 min read

9 online scams to watch out for this holiday season

By being aware of these common online scams and taking precautions, you can protect yourself and your family from becoming victims this holiday season.

4 Dec 2023 min read

Non-delivery and non-payment scams top the charts in holiday fraud

It’s not just the busiest shopping season. For scammers and fraudsters, it’s easily the busiest scamming season, too.

28 Nov 2023 min read

Bringing passwords to the pie table for unconventional holiday discussions

Are you ready to sit down for mashed potatoes and cringe-worthy dialogue? Neither are we. Get ready for the holidays with our list of conversation starters that will keep your family safer and keep you from sitting through an interrogation.

21 Nov 2023 min read

Avast researchers detect a September surge in malvertising

Explore the rise of malvertising in September. Learn about the latest tactics in malicious online ads and how to protect yourself.

17 Nov 2023 min read

AI is fueling a surge in TikTok scams

Explore the alarming trend of AI-fueled financial scams on TikTok, where deepfake technology is exploited to mimic celebrities, luring users into cryptocurrency schemes that jeopardize their assets and trust in digital platforms.

15 Nov 2023 min read

Fall back...into some good digital health habits

Reinvent DST Habits: Use “fall back” and “spring forward” moments to not only check smoke detectors and flip mattresses but also strengthen your digital habits by securing passwords, maintaining software, and decluttering your digital files.

14 Nov 2023 min read

Who’s most at risk for scams, hacks, and identity theft? (It’s not who you think)

An ease and familiarity with wide-ranging tech makes younger generations a bigger target for scams and malware.

31 Oct 2023 min read

This holiday, you could be inviting a fraudster to your home

Ever wonder if a loved one you’re sitting next to this year could be a cybercriminal? They’re probably not. But you can still familiarize yourself with the types of fraud that take place within the family, just in case.

30 Oct 2023 min read

You know what? Everyone gets a virus now and then.

We often discuss the proliferation and growing sophistication of scams and the tools scammers use. But here’s a reminder—everyone catches a bug once in a while.

27 Oct 2023 min read
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