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.
Got a “Court Notice” Text? Ignore It. Plus, the Crunchyroll Breach: This Week in Scams
Mar 27, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
The ‘Beginners Guide To IoT’
This blog post was written by Nick Viney. You’ve probably heard the term ‘smart’ being placed in...
Petya is Here, And It’s Taking Cues from WannaCry
Just over a month after the infamous WannaCry attack, a new worldwide cyberattack is here again. Its name is Petya,...
How to Protect Your Child from Identity Theft in 8 Easy Steps
Could your child's identity get stolen? Instead of worry, get proactive and lock down your child's data with these 8...
Is That Photo Containing a Cyberthreat? What to Know About Steganographic Malware
Secret messages are hidden everywhere – within a hit song, a brand logo, a big blockbuster movie....
Connected Vacations: Top Takeaways from Our Unplugging Survey
It’s June, which means the sun is shining, schools out, and it’s time for a family summer...
Protecting Your Privacy on Social Media
Social media sites are made for sharing, so protecting your privacy sometimes comes as an afterthought. But,...
How Using A VPN Could Save Your Summer
As summer inches closer, I begin to daydream about all the trips I’ll get to take with...
How a Young Cybersecurity Researcher Stopped WannaCry Ransomware in Its Tracks
Last Friday, the biggest ransomware attack we’ve seen hit organizations everywhere, impacting more than 150 countries. It...
Don’t Let Cybercriminals Give You the Wedding Bell Blues
It’s springtime, which means flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and wedding season is starting. Back...
Is Your Password a Priority? Top Takeaways From Our World Password Survey
Whether you’re signing up for a new video-streaming service, logging back into your email, or checking your...
Are Embedded OEM Device Manufacturers Responsible for Device Security?
The blog was written by Tom Moore. Threats against the Industries Today’s devices are becoming more internet-connected...
So, Your Phone Got Stolen. Here’s What to Do.
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