Mobile Security

How to Protect Yourself on Social Networks | McAfee Blog

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How to Protect Yourself on Social Networks | McAfee Blog

There are now over 5 billion active social media users worldwide, representing 62.3% of the global population. While social networks serve as valuable tools for staying connected with loved ones and documenting life events, the ease of sharing information raises concerns. With a mere few clicks, posts and messages can inadvertently divulge significant personal details, potentially compromising privacy and leaving individuals vulnerable to identity theft. That’s why it’s crucial to make sure you’ve got the…

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Mobile Security Solutions

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Mobile Security Solutions

With travel mostly back to pre-pandemic levels, mobile options for security are of growing importance. The protection of devices and employees is a top priority. Security magazine highlights mobile and portable security solutions, including alarms, phishing prevention and communication devices. BITDEFENDER Protect Company and BYOD Devices From Phishing Bitdefender’s GravityZone Security for Mobile ensures safe and secure access to corporate data, safeguarding both corporate-owned and BYOD devices from modern attack vectors, including zero-day, phishing and…

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Product spotlight on mobile security solutions

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Product spotlight on mobile security solutions

With travel mostly back to pre-pandemic levels, mobile options for security are of growing importance. The protection of devices and employees is a top priority. Security magazine highlights mobile and portable security solutions, including alarms, phishing prevention and communication devices. Bitdefender Protect company and BYOD devices from phishing  Bitdefender’s GravityZone Security for Mobile ensures safe and secure access to corporate data, safeguarding both corporate-owned and BYOD devices from modern attack vectors, including zero-day, phishing and…

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Sekoia: Latest in the Financial Sector Cyber Threat Landscape

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Sekoia: Latest in the Financial Sector Cyber Threat Landscape

A new report from French-based cybersecurity company Sekoia describes evolutions in the financial sector threat landscape. The sector is the most impacted by phishing worldwide and is increasingly targeted by QR code phishing. The financial industry also suffers from attacks on the software supply chain and stands among the most targeted sectors impacted by ransomware in 2023. And an increase in attacks on Android smartphones affects the sector, both for cybercrime and cyberespionage operations. Jump…

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Understanding and Protecting Yourself from SMiShing | McAfee Blog

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Understanding and Protecting Yourself from SMiShing | McAfee Blog

SMiShing, a term from ‘SMS phishing’, is a growing cyber threat that is as dangerous, if not more, than its sibling, “Phishing.” While the terms may seem comical, the repercussions of falling victim to these scams are no laughing matter. In an increasingly digital age, cybercriminals are taking advantage of our reliance on technology to steal personal information and leverage it for malicious purposes. This article provides an in-depth explanation of SMiShing, how it works,…

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How Cybercriminals Are Shopping for Personal Data This Black Friday | McAfee Blog

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How Cybercriminals Are Shopping for Personal Data This Black Friday | McAfee Blog

While the majority of us look forward to Black Friday and Cyber Monday for the best deals, there’s another group that’s also eagerly anticipating these dates – cybercriminals. As the number of online shoppers increases, so do the opportunities for cybercriminals to steal personal and financial information. In this article, we will take a closer look at how these cybercriminals operate, and how you can protect yourself from becoming a victim. With the advent of…

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Understanding the Risks of Using an Android Device | McAfee Blog

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Understanding the Risks of Using an Android Device | McAfee Blog

In today’s digital era, smartphones and tablets are quickly becoming essentials for everybody. However, despite their increasing popularity, many people fail to take adequate security precautions with their mobile devices. Statistics show that roughly 75% of Americans do not use mobile security software. Moreover, approximately 36% of users do not have a basic PIN to secure their mobile devices. Therefore, it becomes imperative to understand the risks and take necessary precautions, particularly for Android users….

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New SecuriDropper Malware Bypasses Android 13 Restrictions, Disguised as Legitimate Applications

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New SecuriDropper Malware Bypasses Android 13 Restrictions, Disguised as Legitimate Applications

A new malware is bypassing an Android 13 security measure that restricts permissions to apps downloaded out of the legitimate Google Play Store. A new report from ThreatFabric, a fraud protection company, exposes SecuriDropper malware, which is capable of bypassing Android 13 restricted settings. The malware makes Android consider the installation as coming from the Google Play Store, though in reality it isn’t. It’s highly recommended for organizations to use Mobile Device Management solutions and…

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5 Ways to Safeguard Your Child’s Instagram Bio | McAfee Blog

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5 Ways to Safeguard Your Child’s Instagram Bio | McAfee Blog

Keeping your child safe online is a growing concern for many parents. Instagram, a popular social media platform among tweens and teens, is no exception. Despite privacy settings that can effectively limit who sees your child’s posts, their Instagram bio nonetheless remains public by default. This leaves an opening through which those with ill intentions can glean personal information about your child. However, there are ways you can help safeguard your child’s Instagram bio and…

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Beware of Malicious Mobile Apps | McAfee Blog

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Beware of Malicious Mobile Apps | McAfee Blog

With the surge in the usage of mobile phones, there has been a concurrent increase in malicious activities targeting these devices. One common technique used by hackers is to corrupt legitimate applications. Android devices, in particular, see increases in malware targeting mobile phones year by year. According to McAfee 2023 Consumer Mobile Threat Report, Clicker Malware, a type of malware that runs in the background, spread through deceptive applications masquerading as system utilities such as…

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