Internet Security
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WeedHack Returns: How SEO Poisoning is Leading Minecraft Fans to Malware
Aug 20, 2026 | 16 MIN READ
Pokémon Center Breach Shows Why Your Delivery Data Matters: This Week in Scams
A Pokémon Center logistics breach exposed customer contact and order information. Here’s what shoppers should know about phishing risks and...
WeedHack Returns: How SEO Poisoning is Leading Minecraft Fans to Malware
McAfee Labs found active websites still spreading WeedHack malware to gamers, using fake Minecraft clients, lookalike sites, SEO poisoning, and...
Fake “The Odyssey” Downloads Are Spreading Malware: This Week in scams
Fake downloads and streaming sites for Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey are reportedly spreading malware and stealing personal information. Here’s how...
Can Malware Bypass Your Passkeys? This Week in Scams
Researchers demonstrated how malware already installed on a device could hijack certain passkey-protected accounts. Learn whether passkeys are still safe...
What Does “Connection is Not Private” Mean?
Have you ever been browsing online and clicked a link or search result that took you to...
Can AI Hack People Now? What the Reported Hugging Face Cyberattack Means
Reports say autonomous AI models were involved in a cyberattack targeting AI platform Hugging Face. Here's what reportedly happened, why...
Chick-fil-A Data Breach Explained: What Customers Need to Know
Hackers targeted Chick-fil-A loyalty accounts in a credential stuffing hack using stolen usernames and passwords. Learn what happened and how...
How to Use Claude with McAfee to Check “Is This a Scam?”
Use Claude with McAfee to check suspicious links, messages, and screenshots in seconds. Learn how this new integration helps you...
How to Spot a Crypto Scam: The Top Red Flags to Watch For
Crypto and NFT scams are evolving fast, using fake investments, rug pulls, and wallet-draining attacks. Learn the...
The FaceTime Bank Scam That Can Expose Your Passwords in Real Time: This Week in Scams
Scammers don’t always need sophisticated malware to steal your money. Increasingly, they’re relying on something much simpler: your trust. This week, fraudsters...
Nearly 7 Million Driver’s Licenses Exposed in Assurance Breach: This Week in Scams
An insurance data breach exposed nearly 7 million driver's license numbers, while fake Robinhood investment texts continue stealing thousands from...
Imposter Scams Are Evolving. Here Are the 10 Identities Scammers Pretend to Be Most.
Imposter scams are the FTC's top reported fraud. Learn the 10 most common identities scammers impersonate and how to spot...
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