Mobile Security

Are Mobile Devices Less Secure than PCs? | McAfee Blog

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Are Mobile Devices Less Secure than PCs? | McAfee Blog

Are smartphones less secure than PCs? The answer to that is, they’re different. They face different security threats. Yet they certainly share one thing in common — they both need protection. So, what makes a smartphone unique when it comes to security? And how do you go about protecting it? We’ll cover both here. Apps, spam texts, and other smartphone vulnerabilities Several facts of life about smartphones set them apart when it comes to keeping…

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How Does Jailbreaking Or Rooting Affect My Mobile Device Security? | McAfee Blog

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How Does Jailbreaking Or Rooting Affect My Mobile Device Security? | McAfee Blog

In today’s interconnected world, our mobile devices serve as essential tools for communication, productivity, and entertainment. However, for some tech-savvy users, the allure of unlocking the full potential of their devices through jailbreaking (for iOS) or rooting (for Android) can be tempting. While these processes offer users greater control and customization over their devices, they also raise significant questions about security implications.  What is jailbreaking?  To “jailbreak” means to allow the phone’s owner to gain…

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How to Protect Yourself from Vishing | McAfee Blog

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How to Protect Yourself from Vishing | McAfee Blog

“Vishing” occurs when criminals cold-call victims and attempt to persuade them to divulge personal information over the phone. These scammers are generally after credit card numbers and personal identifying information, which can then be used to commit financial theft. Vishing can occur both on your landline phone or via your cell phone. The term is a combination of “voice,” and “phishing,” which is the use of spoofed emails to trick targets into clicking malicious links….

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Apple Operating Systems are Being Targeted by Threat Actors, Report Finds

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Apple Operating Systems are Being Targeted by Threat Actors, Report Finds

The number of macOS vulnerabilities exploited in 2023 increased by more than 30%, according to a new report. The Software Vulnerability Ratings Report 2024 from patch management software company Action1 also found that Microsoft Office programs are becoming more exploitable, while attackers are targeting load balancers like NGINX and Citrix at a record rate. Action1 analysts used data from the National Vulnerability Database and CVEdetails.com to draw five insights into how the threat landscape changed…

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How to Avoid Being Phished by Your Phone | McAfee Blog

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How to Avoid Being Phished by Your Phone | McAfee Blog

By now you’ve probably heard of the term “phishing”—when scammers try to fool you into revealing your personal info or sending money, usually via email — but what about “vishing”? Vishing, or voice phishing, is basically the same practice, but done by phone. There are a few reasons why it’s important for you to know about vishing. First off, voice phishing scams are prevalent and growing. A common example around tax season is the IRS scam,…

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How to Protect Yourself on Social Networks | McAfee Blog

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How Does Jailbreaking Or Rooting Affect My Mobile Device Security? | 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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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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