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How to tell If Your Identity Has Been Stolen
Most of us use the internet every day, so we’re comfortable sharing a lot of information online. However, cybercriminals want...
What Is Malvertising and How Do You Avoid It?
Smartphones and personal computers have enhanced our lives in so many ways that it can be hard to even imagine...
What Are Ransomware Attacks? An In-Depth Guide
Ransomware is a malicious type of malware that cybercriminals use to encrypt the target’s files or lock their computer systems,...
New HiddenAds malware affects 1M+ users and hides on the Google Play Store
Authored by Dexter Shin McAfee’s Mobile Research Team has identified new malware on the Google Play Store. Most of them...
Celebrate World Wide Web Day: The Evolution of Web Safety
The World Wide Web, invented in 1989 by Tim Berners-Lee, has undoubtedly made our lives more convenient in so many...
Technical Support Scams – What to look out for
Authored by Oliver Devane Technical Support Scams have been targeting computer users for many years. Their goal is to make...
How to Delete Old Accounts Containing Personal Information
Your digital footprint grows with every internet account you make. While your old Tumblr account may be fun for reminiscing,...
How to Stay One Step Ahead of Hackers
Whether using the internet for play or work, you want to spend your time online enjoying the peace of mind...
How To Get Your Head Around Your Kids’ Online Gaming Life
Let’s be honest – many of us parents aren’t big fans of gaming. In fact, some of us have probably...
More Dangers of Cyberbullying Emerge—Our Latest Connected Family Report
Earlier this year, our global Connected Family Study revealed the online habits of parents and their children. What we found...
Back to School: Tech Savvy vs. Cyber Savvy
The first day of school is right around the corner. The whole family is gearing up for a return to...
A Parent’s Guide To The Metaverse – Part One
We’ve all heard about the Metaverse. And there’s no doubt it has certainly captured the attention of the world’s biggest...
Encrypted Messaging Service Hack Exposes Phone Numbers
Many people opt for encrypted messaging services because they like the additional layers of privacy they offer. They allow users...
A Parent’s Guide To The Metaverse – Part Two
Welcome back to part 2 of my Metaverse series. If you are after tips and strategies to help your kids...
More Apps for Younger Users Emerging. Here’s What Parents Need to Know.
More and more social platforms are coming up with safer ways for younger kids to access their apps. The most...
5 Ways to Reset Your Family’s Digital Habits this Summer
Ahhhh. Can you feel it? Summer is so close. Everything feels a little more buoyant, a little brighter. We’re in...
McAfee launches Impact Report: How we’re doing and the opportunities ahead
Today, we publish our annual Impact Report. In our 2021 report, we highlight initiatives and share stories about our progress...
8 Signs It May Be Time for Parental Controls
Equipping and guiding your digitally connected child is one of the toughest challenges you will face as a parent. As...
Embrace change! Chris’s McAfee Journey
In this career-journey series, Internal Audit Manager Chris shares his recent journey joining the McAfee finance team and why he...
Here’s How to Steer Clear of Bot Accounts on Social Media
“Congratulations, you’re a winner!” “Did you know this public figure is trying to make your life worse? Click here for...
Malicious Cookie Stuffing Chrome Extensions with 1.4 Million Users
Authored by Oliver Devane and Vallabh Chole September 9, 2022 Update: Since the original publication of this blog on August...
Aussies Fear Snakes, Spiders and Getting Hacked
Fears and phobias. We all have them. But what are your biggest ones? I absolutely detest snakes but spiders don’t...
Smartphone Alternatives: Ease Your Way into Your Child’s First Phone
“But everyone else has one.” Those are familiar words to a parent, especially if you’re having the first smartphone conversation...
Back-to-School: Balancing Social Media & Mental Health
Wouldn’t it be nice if, along with grades for English, Science, and Algebra this year, our child’s report card included...
What Is Synthetic Identity Theft?
It’s too bad cybercriminals don’t funnel their creativity into productive pursuits because they’re constantly coming up with nefarious new ways...
Kicking Off a New School Year with New Online Habits
Most every parent loves a new school year. Most likely because the beloved milestone offers us a clean slate and...
How to Keep Your Passwords and Personal Information Safe
Password protection is one of the most common security protocols available. By creating a unique password, you are both proving...
