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7 Tips to Protect Your Smartphone from Getting Hacked
There’s little rest for your hard-working smartphone. If you’re like many professionals today, you use it for work, play, and a mix of personal business in between. Now, what if something went wrong with that phone, like loss or theft? Worse yet, what if your smartphone got hacked? Where would ...
Love, Lies, and Long Flights: How to Avoid Romance Scams While Traveling This Summer
Ah, summer. The season of sun-soaked beaches, bucket list adventures, and Instagram-worthy Aperol Spritzes. For many, it’s also a time...
How the Sandwich Generation Can Fight Back Against Scams
The modern family juggling act has never been more complex—or more dangerous. If you’re caring for aging parents while raising...
Navigating cybersecurity challenges in the early days of Agentic AI
As we continue to evolve the field of AI, a new branch that has been accelerating recently is Agentic AI....
16 Billion Stolen Logins for Apple, Google, Facebook and More: How to Stay Safe
Reports last week detail a “16 billion password leak”, with major news outlets worldwide proclaiming this as one of the...
The Kaspersky Software Ban—What You Need to Know to Stay Safe Online
Citing national security concerns, the U.S. Department of Commerce issued an immediate ban on the sale of all antivirus software by Russia-based Kaspersky Lab, Inc. in the United States or to U.S. persons.
Why Public Wi-Fi at Tourist Hotspots is a Goldmine for Hackers
Picture this: You’ve just arrived at a bustling airport, exhausted from your journey but excited for your vacation. While waiting...
How to Know If Your Phone Has Been Hacked
Is your phone performance is off, things crash, and so on? While there are several cases where there’s a legitimate technical issue behind that, it could also be the sign of a hacked device.
How to Shop Safely During Amazon Prime Day
As Amazon Prime Day approaches (July 8-11, 2025), millions of shoppers are gearing up for what promises to be one...
A Guide to Remove Malware From Your iPhone
Do you want to learn how to get rid of malware on your iPhone? Check out our detailed guide!
How to Protect Yourself from Concert and Festival Ticket Scams
Summer festival season is upon us, and music lovers are eagerly anticipating everything from The Weeknd tickets to intimate local...
When AI Voices Target World Leaders: The Growing Threat of AI Voice Scams
If someone called you claiming to be a government official, would you know if their voice was real? This question...
Fake Android Money Transfer App Targeting Bengali-Speaking Users
Authored by Dexter Shin McAfee’s Mobile Research Team discovered a new and active Android malware campaign targeting Bengali-speaking users, mainly...
My email has been hacked! What should I do next?
If you find that your email has been hacked, your immediate reaction is probably wondering what you should do next....
Bitcoin Security: Mining Threats You Need to Know
Bitcoin security risks are a cryptocurrency reality. Learn more about bitcoin mining safety and how to protect your devices.
New TikTok App on the Horizon: What US Users Need to Know About the Risks
As reports emerge of a new TikTok app known internally as “M2” specifically designed for US users, McAfee warns that...
Secure Your Black Friday & Cyber Monday Purchases
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have practically become holidays themselves, as each year, they immediately shift our attention from turkey and pumpkin pie to holiday shopping. Let’s look at these two holidays and how their popularity can impact users’ online security.
UK’s New Online Safety Act: What Consumers Need to Know
The UK’s digital landscape underwent its most significant transformation yet on Friday, July 25, 2025. The Online Safety Act 2023,...
Cybersecurity Tips for Students Returning to School
Almost every teenager in the United States (approximately 96%) reports using the internet daily. As students prepare to return to...
Android Malware Targets Indian Banking Users to Steal Financial Info and Mine Crypto
Authored by Dexter Shin McAfee’s Mobile Research Team discovered a new Android malware campaign targeting Hindi-speaking users, mainly in India....
Think Before You Click: EPI PDF’s Hidden Extras
Authored by: Anuradha & Prabudh PDF converting software can be super helpful. Whether you’re turning a Word document into a...
Blue Whale Challenge: What Parents Need to Know!
Understand the online threat of the 'Blue Whale Challenge' and how it targets kids and teens online. Learn warning signs and tips to keep your kids safe!
Instagram’s New Tracking Feature: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe
Meta has unleashed a groundbreaking feature that transforms Instagram from a photo-sharing platform into a real-time location broadcaster. While the...
Fortnite Impersonation Scams: A No-Nonsense Parent Guide
Even years after its release, Fortnite still stands as the online “battle royale” game of choice, with millions of younger...
Going Lacoocoo over Labubu: How Viral Toy Trends Are Becoming Scams
Scammers are exploiting the massive popularity of Labubu collectible toys through fake websites and social media ads, resulting in consumers...
You Have a Right to Delete Your Data—But Dozens of Data Brokers Hide How to Do It
You can request data brokers to remove your personal info from their databases. But finding their request forms is another...
Data Breach Exposes 3 Billion Personal Information Records
News of a major data breach that could affect nearly three billion records comes to light from a somewhat unusual source — a class-action complaint filed
