Privacy & Identity Protection
Identity theft has evolved far beyond just credit card fraud and unfortunately is a rapidly growing crime. McAfee Identity Protection blogs cover preventative measures related to scams, phishing, and ransomware. Read the latest blogs for tips to protect your identity and privacy.
The New Grad’s Guide to Student Loan Scams: How to Stay Safe
May 05, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
This Week in Scams: Why That “Booking Confirmation” Message Might Be Fake
Scammers are targeting travelers, March Madness bettors, and everyday downloads with increasingly realistic tactics. Here’s how the latest scams work...
How to Secure Tax Documents Before Sending to Your Accountant
Filing your taxes may not feel risky. You download a W-2. Upload a PDF. Email a document....
New Research: Hackers Are Using AI-Written Code to Spread Malware
McAfee Labs has uncovered a widespread malware campaign hiding inside fake downloads for things like game mods,...
AI Wrote This Malware: Dissecting the Insides of a Vibe-Coded Malware Campaign
McAfee Labs analyzes a malware campaign using AI-assisted code and fake software downloads. Learn how 440+ malicious ZIP files spread...
This Week in Scams: Pokémon Card Cons, Email Extortion, and a Viral AI Wedding Photo
Pokémon card scams, threatening email extortion, and a viral AI-generated celebrity wedding photo. Here’s what these stories reveal about today’s...
Using an AI like ChatGPT to File Your Taxes? Stop and Read This First
Thinking about using ChatGPT or AI to file your taxes? Learn why entering sensitive tax information into chatbots could put...
Tax Scams Hit Nearly 1 in 4 Adults. Spot the Red Flags
New McAfee research shows tax scams are getting more realistic, and only 29% feel very confident spotting them. Learn the red flags and what...
X (Twitter) Account Hacked: What to Do Right Now
Worried your X (Twitter) account has been hacked or compromised? Here's how to regain control of your account and protect...
YouTube Channel Hacked? Restore Owner Access and Stop Live-Stream Scams
What to do if you think your YouTube account has been compromised or hacked. The immediate steps to protect your...
How To Create The Strongest Passwords
Create strong, unique passwords that hackers can't crack. Learn expert tips, including using a password manager, to...
Reddit Hacked? How to Regain Access and What to Change Immediately
If your Reddit account was hacked, act fast. Learn how to recover access, remove suspicious apps, secure your email, and...
This Week in Scams: How Jules Lost $80K in a Romance Scam
It’s Friday the 13th, but you have nothing to fear online if you’re scam-savvy and well protected....
