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McAfee Labs Threats Report: April 2021

In this edition, we present new findings in our traditional threat statistical categories – as well as our usual malware, sectors, and vectors – imparted in a new, enhanced digital presentation that’s more easily consumed and interpreted.

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Privacy & Identity Protection

Four Ways To Use AI Responsibly

Are you skeptical about mainstream artificial intelligence? Or are you all in on AI and use it all day, every...

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Scammers Follow the Rebranding of Twitter to X, to Distribute Malware

Authored by: Vallabh Chole and Yerko Grbic On July 23rd, 2023, Elon Musk announced that the social networking site, Twitter...

Privacy & Identity Protection

What is Spyware?

Spyware. If the name sounds creepy and invasive, that’s because it is.  The thought of someone virtually looking over your...

Internet Security

AI in the Wild: Malicious Applications of Mainstream AI Tools

It’s not all funny limericks, bizarre portraits, and hilarious viral skits. ChatGPT, Bard, DALL-E, Craiyon, Voice.ai, and a whole host...

Internet Security

World Wide Web Day: How to Protect Your Family Online

The first of August marks the celebration of World Wide Web Day – a day dedicated to the global network...

Internet Security

The Wild West of AI: Do Any AI Laws Exist?

Are we in the Wild West? Scrolling through your social media feed and breaking news sites, all the mentions of...

McAfee Labs

The Season of Back to School Scams

Authored by: Lakshya Mathur and Yashvi Shah  As the Back-to-School season approaches, scammers are taking advantage of the opportunity to...

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How to Protect Your Social Media Passwords from Hacks and Attacks

What does a hacker want with your social media account? Plenty.  Hackers hijack social media accounts for several reasons. They’ll...

McAfee Labs

Invisible Adware: Unveiling Ad Fraud Targeting Android Users

Authored by SangRyol Ryu, McAfee Threat Researcher We live in a world where advertisements are everywhere, and it’s no surprise...

Internet Security

5 Online Gaming Tips to Stay Safe From Cybercriminals

Vanquishing aliens, building virtual amusement parks, mashing buttons in online battles royale. For some, playing video games is a way...

Internet Security

Be on the Lookout for Scam Tech Support Calls

Instead of getting you out of a jam, tech support scams get you into one. And they can get costly....

Internet Security How To Guides and Tutorials

How to Protect Your LinkedIn Account

If you’re a LinkedIn user, log in now and strengthen your security. Reports indicate that LinkedIn accounts are under attack....

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Crypto Scam: SpaceX Tokens for Sale

Authored by: Neil Tyagi   Scam artists know no bounds—and that also applies to stealing your cryptocurrency. Crypto scams are like...

Internet Security

A Traveler’s Guide to International Cybersecurity

Have you ever lost your suitcase on vacation? You arrive at baggage claim, keeping your eyes peeled for your belongings....

Internet Security

On Public Wi-Fi, a VPN is Your Friend

You can almost feel it in the air. Wi-Fi is everywhere. And if you tap into public Wi-Fi, do it...

McAfee Labs

Peeling Back the Layers of RemcosRat Malware

Authored by Preksha Saxena McAfee labs observed a Remcos RAT campaign where malicious VBS files were delivered via phishing email....

Internet Security

Online Job Scams – TikTokers Tell Their Stories, with a Warning

We reported earlier this year, a fresh rash of online job scams continue to rope in plenty of victims. Now,...

Internet Security Mobile Security

Secret Selfies: Can Phones Take Pictures and Videos of You Without Your Knowledge?

It’s a longstanding question: can your phone really take selfies without your knowledge?  The answer is yes, but with a...

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