Mobile Security
Cybercriminals are attracted by the richness of data available from our mobile devices, such as banking credentials, photos, and personal information. That is why we put security at your fingertips providing peace of mind to you. Read more about mobile security to help you stay safe, particularly on-the-go.
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This Week in Scams: Phony AI Ads, Apple Account Takeover Attempts, and a PlayStation Scam
For this week in scams, we have fake AI-generated shopping images that could spoil your holidays, scammers...
How To Protect Yourself from Black Friday and Cyber Monday AI Scams
It usually starts with something small. You’re scrolling TikTok or Instagram, half-paying attention, when a Black Friday...
This Week in Scams: DoorDash Breach and Fake Flight Cancellation Texts
Leading off our news on scams this week, a heads-up for DoorDash users, merchants, and Dashers too....
Guard Your Android Phones Against Loss of Data and Infected Apps
While Google addresses specific vulnerabilities, cyberthreats continue to evolve as criminals become more scheming or desperate. For...
Ghost Tapping: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Stay Safe
Contactless payments make everyday purchases fast and easy. Yet with that convenience comes a risk: ghost tapping....
App Locks Can Improve the Security of Your Mobile Phones
In this article, we will discuss what an app lock is, everyday scenarios you may need it,...
Venmo 101: Making Safer Payments with the App
As the holiday season ramps up, so do group dinners, shared travel costs, gift exchanges, and all...
This Week in Scams: New Alerts for iPhone and Android Users and a Major Google Crackdown
Welcome back to another This Week in Scams. This week, have attacks that take over Androids and iPhones,...
Helpful Tips for Safe Online Shopping
This guide looks at the methods and warning signs behind online shopping scams, shows you how to...
The Louvre Used Its Own Name as a Password. Here’s What to Learn From It
If you’ve been watching the news, you’ve probably seen the headlines out of Paris: one of the...
5 Signs Your Device May be Infected with Malware or a Virus
Malware attacks are at an all-time high. Are your family devices secure? Here are the signs your...
Vampire Wifi: How Public Wi-Fi Traps Travelers in Cyber Attacks
They’re not hiding in dark alleys—they’re hiding in plain sight. Airports, cafés, hotels, even libraries can harbor...
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Android and iOS devices need mobile protection because they store your personal info. Our mobile app helps keep you safer, no matter how you connect online.
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