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Adult Voice-Service Apps on Google Play Japan Charge Users Without Notice
McAfee has reported on increasing fraudulent Android applications on Google Play in Japan this year, including one-click fraud applications and...
New Zero-Day Attack Copies Earlier Flash Exploitation
Late on July 10, Microsoft released a blog post disclosing that they were aware of a zero-day attack in the...
What Master Key? – Android Signature Bypass Vulnerability
Recently, a vulnerability in Android package signature verification was announced by Jeff Forristal, CTO of Bluebox Security. Jeff plans on...
Internet Browser Cookies: Not What Grandma Used To Make
Imagine you’re surfing the web in search of a new pair of shoes on Zappos.com. You browse the website, look...
Does Kik Messenger Pose a Danger to Your Kids?
With more than 50 million users, and reportedly growing by 20,000 everyday, Kik has become one of the most popular...
What is Typosquatting?
Typosquatting, also known as URL hijacking, is a form of cybersquatting (sitting on sites under someone else’s brand or copyright)...
McAfee Hidden Device Admin Detector – Free Protection from Android Malware
A few weeks ago, we told you about Obad, a backdoor Trojan that targets the Android operating system (OS). What...
Styx Exploit Kit Takes Advantage of Vulnerabilities
Web-based malware has increased over the last few years due to an abrupt spike in new exploit kits. These kits...
Are You Stressed Out About Passwords? Consider a Simple Option
Used correctly, passwords help keep your personal information safe, and if you’re like me, you probably have dozens (or in...
Mobile Malware Plays Hide and Seek
Android/Obad.A is mobile malware that has been described as very complex. Truly it is one of the most complex we’ve...
“Kik me” – The App Your Kids are Using Now: Kik
When I was young, ‘Kick Me’ was a phrase that was scrawled on a piece of notebook paper and stuck...
7 Tips: How to Raise a Leader in a ‘Follower’ World
Leadership training isn’t exclusive to adults. And in today’s online culture of “following” and digital profiles, it’s never too early...
Why it’s Critical to Protect Data on Digital Devices
When devices are lost or hacked and your data is exposed, not only is this a pain to deal with,...
Smart Perimeter – A Security Fence For Your Digital Devices
Everyone has experienced that gut-wrenching feeling when you look around and realize that one of your prized possessions is missing. ...
Obad.a – What You Need to Know About the Latest Android Threat
With the convenience of our mobile apps, we increasingly rely on our phones for work and play. But did you...
Syrian Crisis Reminds Us to Beware of ‘Charity’ Scams
The dismal situation in Syria has gained considerable sympathy in the rest of the world. Unfortunately, playing on our emotions...
Fraudulent Adult Dating Services Turn 10 Years Old, Still Evolving
McAfee Mobile Research monitors adult one-click-fraud applications on Google Play that are targeted at Japanese users. Although the attackers appeared...
Have You Taught Your Kids About the Dangers of ‘Catfishing’?
You may have overheard your kids talking about “catfishing” or someone getting “catfished.” No, they aren’t talking about gills, hooks,...
Twitter Drama and What Parents Need to Know
With more teens flocking to social networks outside of Facebook, it’s more important than ever for parents to understand—and coach...
What Parents Need to Know About KIK Messenger App
We write a lot about new apps on this blog because apps are hot in the very mobile teen world....
Taking Your Teen’s Phone: Know the Pros and Cons
Many parents shudder at the thought. Some even experience a shortness or breath and heart palpitations when they imagine what...
Three Words Every Parent Needs to Know
Have you noticed that commonplace words don’t quite mean what they used to? It’s a subtle but alarming shift...
Is the Twitter Video App ‘Vine’ Safe for Kids?
Twitter’s new video-sharing app Vine is the hottest mobile toy since Instagram—and to be honest—it’s even more fun. Still, parents...
Are Your Kids Using Vault Apps to Hide Photos, Chats, or Videos?
A number of apps for both the Android and iPhone exist that are great for storing your personal “gems,” those...
Three Signs Your Teen May Be Sexting and What to Do About It
I will be the first to confess that sometimes when I look at my kids, my eyes do not work....
Parents in the Know: Staying on Top of the Slang, Pt. II
The task of parenting a digital native isn’t for the faint of heart. Not only are kids texting and posting...
A Snapshot: How to Keep Your Kids Safe on Instagram
“Mom, how do you block people on Instagram? I can’t figure it out,” yelled 13-year old Chloe casually from the...
