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.
This Week in Scams: Petco Breach Warning, and Watch Out for Fake Federal Calls
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How Do Your Digital Assets Compare?
My Dad is in his mid 60’s and retired. And the man knows how to live. A...
Are you Hackable or Uncrackable? “Password Day” is Today!
Yes, such a day exists and it’s today, May 7th 2013. McAfee is working to make sure...
Don’t Want to Read Through the Fine Print? There’s an App for That
We’ve always been told to “read the fine print before you sign on the dotted line,” but...
Digital Stalking: Physical Eavesdropping on Your Mobile Device
Did you know that while you innocently play games or browse Facebook on your smartphone or tablet,...
Fake Vertu App Infects Korean and Japanese Android Users
A new threat has surfaced targeting users in Korea and Japan, but this attack, unlike others making...
One-Click Fraud Variant on Google Play in Japan Steals User Data
Last week McAfee Labs reported a series of “one-click fraud” malware on Google Play in Japan. We...
Love, Relationships, and #SextRegret: It’s Time to Take Back the Web
What would you do if someone threatened to post risqué photos of you on the Internet? According...
Apps Tracking Your Location: Friendly or Creepy?
There is no denying the fact that the world has gone wireless. With the explosion of smartphones...
Actress Sofia Vergara’s Personal Photos Hacked or Stolen Via Mobile
In my line of work I get emails such as this one: “Hi Robert, I’m not sure...
Mobile and Phishing – Why It’s More Dangerous
Phishing occurs when scammers send emails that appear to have been sent by legitimate, trusted organizations in...
Don’t Let Location-Based Services Put You in Danger
Location-based services utilize geo-location information to publish your whereabouts. In some cases, these services can also provide...
Almost 5% of Smartphones Lost Every Year
McAfee and Ponemon Institute recently released “The Lost Smartphone Problem,” a study that attempts to determine how...
Introducing McAfee+ Ultimate
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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