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Game Over: WeedHack – The Rise of Minecraft Malware-as-a-Service Campaigns
Jun 02, 2026 | 3 MIN READ
Game Over: WeedHack – The Rise of Minecraft Malware-as-a-Service Campaigns
If you or your child plays Minecraft, here's what you need to know about a large-scale malware campaign McAfee Labs...
Are Your World Cup Tickets Legit? 40% of Fans May Risk Unofficial Sellers
World Cup 2026 demand is surging, but so are scams. McAfee research shows many fans still take risks when buying...
1 in 3 Targeted by Travel Scams and Rising Costs are Making it Worse
New McAfee research finds 1 in 3 travelers encounter scams as rising costs drive riskier decisions. Learn the biggest travel...
McAfee Ranks #1 in AV-Comparatives PC Performance Test — Again
McAfee Total Protection earned 1st place and an ADVANCED+ rating in the latest AV-Comparatives PC Performance Test, earning the highest...
Now Available: Use ChatGPT with McAfee to Spot Scams Faster
Use ChatGPT with McAfee to check suspicious links, messages, and screenshots in seconds. Learn how this new integration helps you...
Why Hackers Are Collecting Data They Can’t Read Yet. And How to Stay Safe
Hackers are collecting encrypted data today to decrypt later using quantum computing. Learn what “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” means and...
McAfee’s Scam Detector Named Webby Awards Finalist for AI Innovation
McAfee’s Scam Detector is a 2026 Webby Awards finalist and honoree, recognizing its use of AI to detect scams across...
McAfee’s “Keep It Real” Campaign Named Shorty Awards Finalist
McAfee’s “Keep It Real” campaign, launched with Scam Detector, is a 2026 Shorty Awards finalist. Learn how the campaign used...
Operation NoVoice: Android Malware Found in 50+ Apps Can Hijack Devices
McAfee’s mobile research team has uncovered a large-scale Android malware campaign we’re tracking as Operation NoVoice. The campaign was distributed through...
McAfee Wins 3 Major AV-TEST Awards for 2025 Security Performance
McAfee Total Protection wins three AV-TEST Best Awards for 2025, including Best Performance and Best Advanced Protection, recognizing strong protection...
1 in 7 Lose Money to Romance Scams. Spot the Red Flags:
New McAfee research shows romance scams are rising ahead of Valentine’s Day. Learn how these scams work, the red flags to watch for, and...
Filing Taxes? Why Identity Protection Matters More Than Ever This Season
Tax season creates a rare and dangerous overlap: Americans are sharing their most sensitive personal information at...
