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Are You a Victim of a Deepfake Attack? Here’s What to Do Next
With the rise of cheap and easy-to-use AI tools, deepfake attacks find themselves likewise on the rise. Startling as that...
Distinctive Campaign Evolution of Pikabot Malware
Authored by Anuradha and Preksha Introduction PikaBot is a malicious backdoor that has been active since early 2023. Its modular...
The Four Rs of Personal Mobile Security
Smartphones have enabled a whole new digital world, where apps are gateways to just about any service imaginable. However, like...
How to Avoid Solar Eclipse Scams
Scammers are turning a buck on the eclipse. A rash of eclipse scams have appeared online, many involving the sale...
How to Protect Against New Types of Scams Like QR Phishing
Four in ten Americans say they use peer-to-peer payment services, like Venmo, PayPal, or Apple Pay, at least once a...
How to Steer Clear of Tax Season Scams
It’s that time of year again – tax season! Whether you’ve already filed in the hopes of an early refund...
The Top Tax Scams of 2024
While last-minute tax filers stare down the clock, scammers look for easy pickings. Tax scams are in full swing as...
Stay Cyber Savvy: Your 5-Step Guide to Outsmarting Phishing Scams
In today’s digital landscape, distinguishing between legitimate communications and phishing attempts can feel like navigating a labyrinth blindfolded. Phishing is...
A Finance Journalist Fell Victim to a $50K Vishing Scam – Are You Also at Risk?
In a world where digital communication dominates, the art of scamming has evolved into a sophisticated game of deception. A...
How to Protect Yourself From Social Media Harassment
Some conversations on social media can get … heated. Some can cross the line into harassment. Or worse. Harassment on...
How to Protect Your Streaming Accounts: Lessons from Roku’s Data Leak
In recent news, Roku, a leading streaming platform, reported that over 591,000 user accounts were affected by credential stuffing attacks....
How Do You Manage Your Social Media Privacy?
‘Ensure your privacy settings are set to the highest level’ – if you’ve been reading my posts for a bit...
How to Protect Yourself Against AI Voice Cloning Attacks
Imagine receiving a call from a loved one, only to discover it’s not them but a convincing replica created by...
Redline Stealer: A Novel Approach
Authored by Mohansundaram M and Neil Tyagi A new packed variant of the Redline Stealer trojan was observed in the...
How To Teach Your Kids About Deepfakes
Is it real? Is it fake? Deepfake technology has certainly made everything far more complicated online. How do you know...
How to Spot AI Audio Deepfakes at Election Time
We’ve said it several times in our blogs — it’s tough knowing what’s real and what’s fake out there. And...
How to Spot Dating Scams
For years now, the popularity of online dating has been on the rise—and so have the number of online romance...
How to Remove Personal Information From Data Broker Sites
Data brokers are companies that collect your information from a variety of sources to sell or license it out to...
The Darkgate Menace: Leveraging Autohotkey & Attempt to Evade Smartscreen
Authored by Yashvi Shah, Lakshya Mathur and Preksha Saxena McAfee Labs has recently uncovered a novel infection chain associated with...
McAfee Dominates AV-Comparatives PC Performance Test
In our digital age, a computer is not just a tool; it’s a gateway to a world of possibilities, entertainment,...
Why Do I Need a Password Manager?
In today’s digital age, we know the importance of online privacy and security. However, with an increasing number of websites requiring passwords, it becomes tough to remember them all. This is where a password manager comes into play.
McAfee and Intel Collaborate to Combat Deepfakes with AI-Powered Deepfake Detection
In a world where deepfake scams and misinformation are on the rise, McAfee has announced significant enhancements to its AI-powered...
How to Report Identity Theft to Social Security
In the hands of a thief, your Social Security Number is the master key to your identity. With a Social Security Number (SSN), a thief can...
From Spam to AsyncRAT: Tracking the Surge in Non-PE Cyber Threats
Authored by Yashvi Shah and Preksha Saxena AsyncRAT, also known as “Asynchronous Remote Access Trojan,” represents a highly sophisticated malware...
How to Protect Your Internet-Connected Healthcare Devices
Fitness trackers worn on the wrist, glucose monitors that test blood sugar without a prick, and connected toothbrushes that let...
How Do Hackers Hack Phones and How Can I Prevent It?
The threat of having your phone hacked has become a common fear. The truth is that it is possible to hack any phone. With the advancement of technology, where discovery of knowledge and information advances the understanding of technology, hackers are able to hack even the most sophisticated phone software. ...
How Scammers Hijack Your Instagram
Authored by Vignesh Dhatchanamoorthy, Rachana S Instagram, with its vast user base and dynamic platform, has become a hotbed for...
