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Scammers get sneaky: New malware distribution tactics revealed in Avast Threat Report
The first quarter of 2023 saw a notable rise in cyberattacks targeting trust in established tech brands Microsoft and Adobe, according to the Avast Q1 2023 Threat Report. The report also revealed a 40% increase in the share of phishing and smi…
Scammers get sneaky: New malware distribution tactics revealed in Avast Threat Report
The first quarter of 2023 saw a notable rise in cyberattacks targeting trust in established tech brands Microsoft and Adobe, according to the Avast Q1 2023 Threat Report. The report also revealed a 40% increase in the share of phishing and smi…
AV-Comparatives reveals top anti-phishing solutions
In the first quarter of 2023, phishing attacks made up 31.98% of all threats blocked by Avast. Despite this significant number, there remains a lack of tests evaluating how anti-malware software and browsers protect users against phishing thre…
SMB cyber safety: De-risking catastrophic events
September 15, 2008: The bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers triggers a 4.5% one-day drop in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, then the largest decline since the attacks of September 11, 2001.
How to fortify your cryptocurrency security
In today’s uncertain economic climate, people are searching for alternative ways to invest and store their money. With high inflation rates during the last month and yet another crisis in the financial system, one option that has gained signif…
The importance of independent third-party testing of anti-malware solutions
Being a part of the Threat Labs of one of the world’s most prominent security companies, you can imagine that securing our customers is at the center of our lives. We have fantastic teams working in different fields, from phishing and scams to…
Digital Home Hygiene Checklist | Avast
With any spring cleaning project, a checklist can help you remember all of the essential tasks for organizing, decluttering, and maintaining your physical home. The same is needed to keep your digital home spotless and secure.
Anti-malware tests: How to interpret them
It can be overwhelming navigating the world of anti-malware software. With so many different products and test results out there, it can be difficult to know which one to choose in order to keep your computer and information safe. With that in…
2FA: Why to use it — and what are the best options?
In today’s digital age, it’s essential to protect your online accounts from hackers and cybercriminals. Unfortunately, the traditional method of protecting an account with just a password is still used by the vast majority of people. With the …