5G Network Architecture Benefits | Avast
This is truly an exciting time for all of us here at Avast — 5G connectivity is undoubtedly here and will be a key way users connect to the digital world.
When Not To Accept Cookies | Avast
Nearly any website you visit asks you to accept cookies, and most of us don’t even think about this choice — we just click “yes” to rid ourselves from the pain of the pop-up. But what are we really agreeing to? What is a cookie, anyway?
The Social Dilemma Review | Avast
Earlier this month, Netflix started streaming the docufilm The Social Dilemma. It was first screened at Sundance earlier this year, and now is widely available. Since its release, it has been widely reviewed.
Facebook Sued Over Instagram Spying | Avast
Last week, lawyers for Instagram user Brittany Conditi filed a lawsuit in San Francisco against the social platform’s parent company Facebook for allegedly spying on Instagram users in the interest of market research.
Introducing Smart Life For 5G | Avast
Earlier this week, we announced the launch of Avast Smart Life for 5G, its first smart home security solution for 5G, delivered as a virtualized network function (VNF). Avast Smart Life for 5G enables operators to protect their subscribers’ smart home …
CyberSec&AI Connected: Alex Halderman On Election Hacking | Avast
With the Covid-19 pandemic likely to see more voters casting their ballot remotely, the concern around the vote being hacked is a very real one. However, there’s a surprising way that electronic voting fraud can be beaten.
CyberSec&AI Connected: Alex Halderman On Election Hacking | Avast
With the Covid-19 pandemic likely to see more voters casting their ballot remotely, the concern around the vote being hacked is a very real one. However, there’s a surprising way that electronic voting fraud can be beaten.
IP Camera App Security Test | Avast
Recently, our research team looked into the account security of app companions belonging to ten IP cameras. Each of these cameras have been listed on Amazon’s “hot new releases” and “best seller” categories.
Scam Apps Spreading Via TikTok | Avast
When a 12-year-old girl in the Czech Republic suspected that something was off with a popular app that was circulating on TikTok, she knew what to do — report it to Avast. The Avast team followed up and found a total of seven adware scam apps that were…
Election Hacking September Update | Avast
As we approach the November general U.S. elections, things are heating up, with both candidates now making actual campaign appearances. We have also seen an increase in cyberattacks and other threats to our elections. This includes efforts to hack into…