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Avast researchers detect a surge in fake e-shops

Need to do some last-minute shopping for the holidays? Found a cool shop with great deals? Check it once, check it twice. Make sure you’re buying from a legitimate online store. This article has been indexed from blog.avast.com EN Read…

Smishing: The elephant in the room

Phishing is undoubtedly one of the most popular ways for cybercriminals to start a malicious attack, whether they’re looking to steal someone’s identity or distribute malware. Since the emergence of phishing, this attack vector has only been growing — and…

Baby Reindeer—The dangers of real-life stalkers

Hollywood loves a good thriller—and so do many of us. From Fatal Attraction to You, stalking is a recurring theme that keeps viewers glued to their screens. One of the latest installments in this genre, Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, pulls no…

Scary cybersecurity stories to tell in the dark

Welcome, humans and ghouls! It’s your old pal, the Vault Keeper, sneaking into the Avast Security News Team’s office after hours to pull together five uncanny stories filled with deception and dread. This article has been indexed from blog.avast.com EN…

How AI is being used this 2024 election season

AI has been quite the hot topic this year. It’s no wonder there’s been a lot of discussion, not just about its futuristic potential, but about its impact on the elections. This article has been indexed from blog.avast.com EN Read…

How to spot scammers when making political donations

With elections around the corner, it’s important to stay sharp about when it comes to your political donations. Scammers are taking advantage of the election season, and—as AI continues to advance—it’s becoming trickier to distinguish real requests from fake ones.…