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Survey: Kids Using Devices in School for More than Just Learning
August marks the start of a new school year and with that comes new concerns for parents of digital kids....
Survey: More Than Half of Travelers Couldn’t Unplug on Vacation
Everybody knows it, everybody admits it, and everybody seems to accept it. We’re addicted to our mobile phones. While over-attachment...
Suspicious Apps on Google Play Leak Google Account IDs
The Google account ID (or account name), which in most cases is a Gmail address, is one of the key...
Suspicious Mobile App Finds Your Gmail, Facebook, and Twitter Accounts
Today many people use multiple web services, such as social networking and messaging services. Some users explicitly show their identity...
Syn/Ack Unique Proactive Protection Technique
McAfee’s Advanced Threat Research team has performed analysis on samples of Syn/Ack ransomware implementing Process Doppelgänging. For those who are...
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...
T-Mobile’s data breach exposes the personal data of 40 million
T-Mobile, the popular US mobile phone service provider, recently confirmed a data breach affecting 7.8 million current customers and 40 million records from past or prospective customers. The...
Tackling Threats at Super Bowl 51
When it comes to the Super Bowl, football and food are the first things that come to mind—not cyberthreats. But...
Taiwan Bank Heist and the Role of Pseudo Ransomware
Widespread reports claim the Far Eastern International Bank in Taiwan has become a victim of hacking. The attacks demonstrate the global nature of cybercrime, with the cybercriminals attempting to wire US$60 million to destinations such as Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and the United States.
Take a “NetWalk” on the Wild Side
Executive Summary The NetWalker ransomware, initially known as Mailto, was first detected in August 2019. Since then, new variants were...
Take Action This Data Privacy Day
We all know that data breaches have been on the rise, and hackers are finding clever, new ways to access...
Take Charge of Your Online Privacy on Data Privacy Day
We spend a large part of our lives in the virtual world. Not only do we study, play, socialize and...
Takedown Stops Polymorphic Botnet
Several global law enforcement agencies—with assistance from McAfee —this week successfully dismantled the “Beebone” botnet behind a polymorphic worm known...
Taking a Close Look at Data-Stealing NionSpy File Infector
This blog was written by Sanchit Karve. W32/NionSpy is a family of malware that steals information from infected machines and...
Taking Steps to Fight Back Against Ransomware
Ransomware is an attack in which malware encrypts files and extorts money from victims. It has become a favorite among...
Taking Time to Find Resources
I wish I had a dollar for every time I’ve heard a partner say, “I didn’t know you do that,”...
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...
Tales From the Trenches; a Lockbit Ransomware Story
Co-authored by Marc RiveroLopez. In collaboration with Northwave As we highlighted previously across two blogs, targeted ransomware attacks have increased...
Talk to Your Kids About Online Safety, Sextortion On The Rise
This blog was written by Bruce Snell. In my day-to-day activities at McAfee, I deal with a lot of security...
Talking About Cyber Risks Educates the Community
In the last 12 months, we have seen an unprecedented number of cyberattacks occur or come to light. Sophisticated attacks against...
Targeted Attacks on French Company Exploit Multiple Word Vulnerabilities
Spear phishing email is a major worry to any organization. Messages that appear legitimate and specific fool us more often...
Targeted Attacks, Stolen Certificates, and the Shiqiang Gang
This blog post was written by Rahul Mohandas. The trend of attackers using stolen digital certificates to disguise their malicious...
Targeted Ransomware No Longer a Future Threat
This post was written by Christiaan Beek and Andrew Furtak. In 2015, McAfee investigated a ransomware campaign that targeted the...
Targeting Your Success in 2016
This blog was written by Richard Steranka. Thanks to all of you who attended our Q1 Global Channels webcast to...
Tax Fraud Robocalls Can Amuse, but Don’t Become a Phishing Victim
Yesterday at work, I received a call on my cell phone while in a meeting and did not answer. The...
Tax Season Email Scam Aims to Steal from Uncle Sam
Every year around tax season, we see a huge spike in tax-related social engineering attacks. Social engineering is a type...
Tax Season is Here: Avoid These Common Scams Targeting Canadians
Tax Season is Here: Avoid These Common Scams Targeting Canadians Tax return preparation might be a little more complicated this...
