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.
WeedHack Returns: How SEO Poisoning is Leading Minecraft Fans to Malware
Aug 20, 2026 | 16 MIN READ
Capital One Data Breach: How Impacted Users Can Stay More Secure
Capital One is one of the 10 largest banks based on U.S. deposits. As with many big-name brands, cybercriminals see...
Downloaded FaceApp? Here’s How Your Privacy Is Now Affected
If you’ve been on social media recently, you’ve probably seen some people in your feed posting images of themselves looking...
Could a Dropped USB Drive Expose You to Malware?
USB drives seem harmless enough and they’re a convenient way to store, back up, or transfer files...
Sharing Isn’t Always Caring: 3 Tips to Help Protect Your Online Privacy
It's 2019 and technology is becoming more sophisticated and prevalent than ever. With more technology comes greater connectivity. In fact,...
#Verified or Phishing Victim? 3 Tips to Protect Your Instagram Account
If you’re an avid Instagram user, chances are you’ve come across some accounts with a little blue checkmark next to...
Process Reimaging: A Cybercrook’s New Disguise for Malware
As of early 2019, Windows 10 is running on more than 700 million devices, including PCs, tablets, phones, and even...
Can All-in-One Printers Be Hacked? “Hackable?” Sets the Fax Straight
The heyday of fax technology may have been in the 80s, but all-in-one printers found throughout homes...
Stop Discarding Devices Frequently- It’s Risky for Mother Earth And Your Cybersecurity
“Aunty, do you happen to have any waste paper at home? I need them for my Environment...
1.1M Emuparadise Accounts Exposed in Data Breach
If you're an avid gamer or know someone who is, you might be familiar with the retro gaming site Emuparadise....
Is Trouble Brewing for Owners of Smart Coffee Makers and Kettles?
There’s an undeniable appeal to a smart coffee maker that knows when you wake up so you’re never left...
Oversharing: Are You Ignoring Your Child’s Privacy When You Post Online?
Sadly, parents have become some of the biggest violators of their children’s privacy. Here are tips on how to put your...
Attention Graphic Designers: It’s Time to Secure Your Canva Credentials
Online graphic design tools are extremely useful when it comes to creating resumes, social media graphics, invitations, and other designs...
