Tag: Avast
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An Android flaw, “page-changing” malware, and more data breaches
Avast Blog – 9.6.18 (8.31.18) The weekly roundup of security news this week includes vulnerabilities in Android, malware, and once again data breaches including the Huazhu hotel chain, Air Canada, and babysitter app Sitter. Read more: An Android flaw, “page-changing” malware, and more data breaches
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New Google software, new smartphone flaws, and the high cost of ransomware
Avast Blog – 8.15.18 (8.10.18) Google releases Android 9 Pie, US Homeland Security finds flaws in millions of smartphones, and Atlanta taxpayers look at an expensive ransomware recovery. Read more: New Google software, new smartphone flaws, and the high cost of ransomware
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Staying safe in a connected world
Avast Blog – 8.11.18 Between ransomware, data breaches, cryptojacking, supply chain attacks, and mobile malware, it’s never been more important to protect your digital life. At a time when we are more reliant on technology than ever, a time when attackers are employing innovation, organization, and sophistication against us to uncover new vulnerabilities and escape detection, effective…
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New Wi-Fi attack can crack your passwords
Avast Blog – 8.10.18 (8.8.18) When you’re using a Wi-Fi network these days, chances are you are counting on one of these protocols: WPA or WPA2. In short, your Wi-Fi signal is protected by the Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA or WPA2) encryption standard. These wireless industry standards were designed to prevent potential hackers from intercepting…
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Avast – Future of the Cyber Economy pt. 2
Avast YouTube Channel – 8.9.18 Learn more at https://www.avast.com Source: Avast – Future of the Cyber Economy (2)
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Future of the Cyber Economy – pt. 1
Avast YouTube Channel – 8.9.18 Learn more at: https://www.avast.com Source: Avast – Future of the Cyber Economy (1)
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AvastQuickTips Episode 3 – Never Unintentionally Live a Double Life
Avast YouTube Channel – 8.7.18 (8.3.18) You check your email. That’s a compelling subject line. Open it. There’s a suspicious-looking link in there. But, it sure looks exciting! It just needs some personal details. Name, address, first pet’s names… you’re a winner right? Psych! Source: #AvastQuickTips Episode 3 – Never Unintentionally Live a Double Life
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The Best and Safest Phones for Kids of All Ages
Avast Blog – 8.2.18 Some kids take their first steps into the digital world at the tender age of one, when they discover Elmo apps on the family iPad. By the time we give them their first cell phones, they’re already familiar with the web, basic internet etiquette, and the way mobile devices work —…
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Mobile Apps Must Roll Back Welcome Mat for Cybercriminals
Avast Blog – 7.30.18 (7.28.18) Mobile devices may seem like the pinnacle of digital sophistication, but in terms of security, they lag far behind laptops and desktops—meaning that the mobile trove of valuable consumer information, browsing histories and location tracking is more vulnerable to attack. Read more: Mobile Apps Must Roll Back Welcome Mat for…
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Bluetooth flaw allows man-in-the-middle attacks
Avast Blog – 7.27.18 (7.27.18) A newly-discovered vulnerability affecting all Bluetooth devices lets third parties hack into the connection. Read more: Bluetooth flaw allows man-in-the-middle attacks