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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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Here’s a Codicil to Add to Your Will – Disposal of Your Digital Assets

Codicil to Add to your Will – Disposal of Your Digital Assets We were still in shock over the sudden...

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Here’s How to Steer Clear of Bot Accounts on Social Media

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Here’s How the California Consumer Privacy Act Will Affect You

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Here’s What I’m Doing to Avoid Being Caught Up in A Puppy Scam

In November last year, we lost our much-loved family dog. We were all so devasted. Harley was a very handsome...

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Here’s What You Need To Know About Botnets

In the year of 2000, Professor Vijay Pande, a renowned Stanford University researcher, released a little program that, when downloaded...

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Here’s What You Need to Know About Your Data Privacy in 2020

The end of 2019 is rapidly approaching, and with the coming of a new year comes the perfect opportunity to...

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Hidden & Fake Apps: How Hackers Could Be Targeting Your Connected Home

Like most parents, before you go to sleep each night, you take extra care to lock doors and windows to...

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Hidden Cobra Targets Turkish Financial Sector With New Bankshot Implant

This post was prepared with contributions from Asheer Malhotra, Charles Crawford, and Jessica Saavedra-Morales.  On February 28, the McAfee Advanced...

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Hidden Data Economy Report Exposes Price Points for Stolen Data

McAfee today released The Hidden Data Economy report, which provides examples of how different types of stolen data is being...

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HiddenAds Spread via Android Gaming Apps on Google Play

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High-Tech & Hackable: How to Safeguard Your Smart Baby Devices

It’s just about as creepy as it gets: A hacker breaking into a smart device in your baby’s nursery. The...

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Hold onto Your Phone, and Your Wallet – The Top Five Text Scams

Getting a text message is a lot like someone calling out your name. It’s tough to ignore. Delivery notifications, messages...

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Holiday Challenge: How Serious Are You About Curbing Your Screentime?

I tinkered with the idea of signing off Facebook for the holidays. I even wrote the popular “I’m unplugging for...

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Holiday Rush: How to Check Yourself Before Your Wreck Yourself When Shopping Online

It was the last item on my list and Christmas was less than a week away. I was on the...

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Holiday Shopping 2025: US Fact Sheet 

The holidays are supposed to be about joy and generosity — but this year, they’re also peak season for AI-powered...

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Holiday Shopping Scams: What to Watch as Black Friday & Cyber Monday Approach

It’s an all-too-familiar trap. You’re scrolling TikTok when an ad for your favorite shoe brand pops up. Black Friday and...

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Holiday Stress Can Make You More Careless Online

Holiday stress. Every year, come November, my resting heart rate starts to rise: the festive season is approaching. Not only...

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Holiday Travelers! Steer Clear of 3 Common Cyberthreats

The holidays are arguably the most magical time of year. From the twinkle lights and festive cookies, to cozy sweaters...

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Homes, Not Just Devices: The New Consumer Cybersecurity

Over the last year, our relationship with digital technology has changed completely, and probably irrevocably. The pandemic has been bruising...

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Honey, We’re Home! Securing Your Devices and Your Family Bond  

More and more parents and their kids are experiencing what it’s like to work and learn together from home these...

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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy with McAfee’s African Heritage Community

Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King diligently dedicated his life to...

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Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy with McAfee’s African Heritage Community

Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King diligently dedicated his life to...

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Honoring Our Brave Military Veterans from the McAfee Community

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Industry analysts vary on their opinions on the growth and health of the technology market. Depending on which report you...

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How 2020 Has Shaped The Way We Live Our Lives

How 2020 Has Shaped The Way We Live Our Lives I’ve had such a busy morning! I’ve hunted down my...

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How 2020 Helped Parents Understand Their Kids’ Digital Lives

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