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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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This Valentine’s Day, Don’t Just Think About “Lip lock” But Give “Data Lock” A Thought Too

This Valentine’s Day, Don’t Just Think About “Lip lock” But Give “Data Lock” A Thought Too Love is in the...

Internet Security

This Valentine’s Day Let Your Digital Life Take a Backseat

A couple of decades ago, Valentine’s Day was all about red roses, exchanging cards, dinner dates, hand-holding and whispering sweet...

Internet Security

This New “Verification” Trick Fools You Into Installing Malware

Cybercriminals are turning to TikTok to spread new scams that promise “free upgrades” or access to premium versions of popular...

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This Holiday Season, Watch Out for These Cyber-Grinch Tricks Used to Scam Holiday Shoppers

McAfee threat researchers have identified several consumer brands and product categories most frequently used by cybercriminals to trick consumers into...

Internet Security

This Election Season, Be on the Lookout for AI-generated Fake News

It’s that time of year again: election season! You already know what to expect when you flip on the TV....

Privacy & Identity Protection

This Data Privacy Day Own Your Privacy, Even On Social Sites

One of the positive trends that we’ve seen in recent years is governments and users pressuring companies to simplify their...

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Think Twice Before Trusting These 14 Android Apps with Your Login Information

In life, there are a handful of people that each of us truly trust – and can confide in fully....

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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...

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These Cute Teddy Bears Have Been Recording Your Kids

When we think of cyberhacks, we often think of criminals trying to break into a network of important information protected...

Mobile Security

Thelma – The Real-Life Voice Scam That Made It into the Movies

This has to be a first. Something from our blogs got made into a movie. We’re talking about voice scams,...

Mobile Security

The “Nasty List” Phishing Scam Is out to Steal Your Instagram Login

How often do you check your social media accounts? According to a recent study, internet users spend an average of...

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The ‘Beginners Guide To IoT’

This blog post was written by Nick Viney. You’ve probably heard the term ‘smart’ being placed in front of everyday...

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The Year That Was – Cybersecurity Takeaways From 2018

So, what was 2018 like for you? Just another year, a whirlwind of happiness and heartbreaks, or a momentous one...

Internet Security

The World’s Most Deepfaked Celebrities Revealed

Scammers most targeted celebrities by deepfake scams. Learn why these stars are exploited and how to detect and protect yourself from digital fraud.

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...

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The What, Why, and How of AI and Threat Detection

There are more online users now than ever before, thanks to the availability of network-capable devices and online services. The internet...

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The Week That Was In Internet History

From the wheel to the internet, we have come a long way in terms of technological progress. While the invention...

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