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What Is Internet Security?

Internet security is a broad term that refers to a wide range of tactics that aim to protect activities conducted… The post What Is Internet Security? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Read…

What is Doxxing?

Social media has become a part of our everyday lives. Each day millions of people log on to Facebook, Twitter,… The post What is Doxxing? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Read the…

How Do Hackers Hack Phones and How Can I Prevent It?

The threat of having your phone hacked has become a common fear. The truth is that it is possible to hack any phone. With the advancement of technology, where discovery of knowledge and information advances the understanding of technology, hackers…

7 Tips to Protect Your Smartphone from Getting Hacked

There’s little rest for your hard-working smartphone. If you’re like many professionals today, you use it for work, play, and a mix of personal… The post 7 Tips to Protect Your Smartphone from Getting Hacked appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

Help! I Think My Phone’s Been Hacked

“My phone’s been hacked!” Words you probably don’t want to hear or say. Ever.  Your phone gets to be like… The post Help! I Think My Phone’s Been Hacked appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

7 Tips to Protect Your Smartphone from Getting Hacked

There’s little rest for your hard-working smartphone. If you’re like many professionals today, you use it for work, play, and a mix of personal… The post 7 Tips to Protect Your Smartphone from Getting Hacked appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

Help! I Think My Phone’s Been Hacked

“My phone’s been hacked!” Words you probably don’t want to hear or say. Ever.  Your phone gets to be like… The post Help! I Think My Phone’s Been Hacked appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

How Often Should You Change Your Passwords?

When it comes to passwords, most of us would love nothing more than to set it and forget it. But… The post How Often Should You Change Your Passwords? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

Watch Out for These 3 Online Job Scams

If you recently found yourself looking for a new job, you are far from alone. According to the Institute of Labor Economics,… The post Watch Out for These 3 Online Job Scams appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed…

Watch Out for These 3 Online Job Scams

If you recently found yourself looking for a new job, you are far from alone. According to the Institute of Labor Economics,… The post Watch Out for These 3 Online Job Scams appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed…

The Feeling of Safety with McAfee+

Safety has a feeling all its own, and that’s what’s at the heart of McAfee+.  We created McAfee+ so people… The post The Feeling of Safety with McAfee+ appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee…

5 Things About Doxing You Should Know

Have you ever said something you wish you could take back? Maybe it was a comment muttered in the heat… The post 5 Things About Doxing You Should Know appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

Strong Password Ideas to Keep Your Information Safe

Password protection is one of the most common security protocols available. By creating a unique password, you are both proving… The post Strong Password Ideas to Keep Your Information Safe appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed…

Aussies Fear Snakes, Spiders and Getting Hacked

Fears and phobias. We all have them. But what are your biggest ones? I absolutely detest snakes but spiders don’t… The post Aussies Fear Snakes, Spiders and Getting Hacked appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

Embrace change! Chris’s McAfee Journey

In this career-journey series, Internal Audit Manager Chris shares his recent journey joining the McAfee finance team and why he… The post Embrace change! Chris’s McAfee Journey appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog…

8 Signs It May Be Time for Parental Controls

Equipping and guiding your digitally connected child is one of the toughest challenges you will face as a parent. As… The post 8 Signs It May Be Time for Parental Controls appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

Encrypted Messaging Service Hack Exposes Phone Numbers

Many people opt for encrypted messaging services because they like the additional layers of privacy they offer. They allow users… The post Encrypted Messaging Service Hack Exposes Phone Numbers appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

A Parent’s Guide To The Metaverse – Part One

We’ve all heard about the Metaverse. And there’s no doubt it has certainly captured the attention of the world’s biggest… The post A Parent’s Guide To The Metaverse – Part One appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

Back to School: Tech Savvy vs. Cyber Savvy

The first day of school is right around the corner. The whole family is gearing up for a return to… The post Back to School: Tech Savvy vs. Cyber Savvy appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed…

What Personal Data Do Companies Track?

Private tech companies gather tremendous amounts of user data. These companies can afford to let you use social media platforms… The post What Personal Data Do Companies Track? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee…

How to Stay One Step Ahead of Hackers

Whether using the internet for play or work, you want to spend your time online enjoying the peace of mind… The post How to Stay One Step Ahead of Hackers appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed…

What Are Ransomware Attacks? An In-Depth Guide

We all love to spend time surfing the web — whether we’re shopping, paying bills, or reacting to funny memes…. The post What Are Ransomware Attacks? An In-Depth Guide appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

What Is Malvertising and How Do You Avoid It?

Smartphones and personal computers have enhanced our lives in so many ways that it can be hard to even imagine… The post What Is Malvertising and How Do You Avoid It? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

What is ATM Skimming?

Ever hear of a crime called skimming? It may not be as dramatic a crime as assault or Ponzi schemes,… The post What is ATM Skimming? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Read…

9 Ways to Determine If Your Identity Has Been Stolen

Most of us use the internet every day, so we’re comfortable sharing a lot of information online. However, cybercriminals want… The post 9 Ways to Determine If Your Identity Has Been Stolen appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has…

Kicking off my Second Career: Gayatri’s McAfee Journey

Our How I Got Here series spotlights the stories of team members who have successfully grown their career here at McAfee. This… The post Kicking off my Second Career: Gayatri’s McAfee Journey appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed…

Sextortion: What Your Kids Need to Know

Sextortion is something no parent wants to think could happen to their child, nor a topic most of us would… The post Sextortion: What Your Kids Need to Know appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

What Is Phishing?

So much of our personal and professional lives are online — from online banking to connecting with friends and family… The post What Is Phishing? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Read the…

How to Set Up a VPN on an iPhone in 2022

A virtual private network (VPN) is a tool that hides your geolocation and protects your privacy while you’re online. It… The post How to Set Up a VPN on an iPhone in 2022 appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article…

Don’t Stop Learning! Jeremy’s McAfee Journey

Our How I Got Here series spotlights the stories of team members who have successfully grown their careers here at McAfee. This… The post Don’t Stop Learning! Jeremy’s McAfee Journey appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee…

Kids & Cash Apps: What Parents Need to Know

Fewer people carry cash these days, kids included. This growing paperless reality fast-forwards the parenting task of educating kids on… The post Kids & Cash Apps: What Parents Need to Know appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

#McAfeePride2022

In the spirit of #PrideMonth, McAfee hosted month-long celebrations across the world. One of these was a live event hosted… The post #McAfeePride2022 appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Read the original article:…

How to Protect Your Social Media Accounts

Social media is part of our social fabric. So much so that nearly 50% of the global population are social… The post How to Protect Your Social Media Accounts appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from…

What to Do If Your Identity Has Been Stolen

We live online these days, sharing everything from vacation pictures to what we eat for breakfast on the internet. The… The post What to Do If Your Identity Has Been Stolen appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been…

Does an iPhone Need Antivirus Software?

If you’re one of the countless Apple iPhone owners out there, there’s a good chance that one of the reasons… The post Does an iPhone Need Antivirus Software? appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee…

How to Set Up a VPN

In today’s connected world, you can do so much on the internet. It’s never been easier to stay entertained (Netflix,… The post How to Set Up a VPN appeared first on McAfee Blog. This article has been indexed from McAfee…

Test Post

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog McAfee Labs have been observing a spike in phishing campaigns that utilize Microsoft office macro capabilities. These malicious documents reach… The post Test Post appeared first on McAfee Blog. Read the original…

Test Test 2

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Phishing Campaigns featuring Ursnif Trojan on the Rise

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Authored by Jyothi Naveen and Kiran Raj McAfee Labs have been observing a spike in phishing campaigns that utilize Microsoft… The post Phishing Campaigns featuring Ursnif Trojan on the Rise appeared first…

How to Recognize an Online Scammer

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog The great thing about the internet is that there’s room for everyone. The not-so-great part? There’s plenty of room for… The post How to Recognize an Online Scammer appeared first on McAfee…

Wedding Planning App Users Hacked Before the Big Day

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Say you’re getting married. You and your partner have booked the venue, made the seating arrangements, trained your dog to… The post Wedding Planning App Users Hacked Before the Big Day appeared…

How to Know If Your Mobile Finance Apps Are Safe

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Mobile banking and finance apps have become increasingly popular in recent years. These apps provide a quick and convenient way… The post How to Know If Your Mobile Finance Apps Are Safe…

How to Quickly Remove Malware in 2022

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog If you’re like most people, you probably use your computer for most of your online activities. It’s amazing what the… The post How to Quickly Remove Malware in 2022 appeared first on…

Does Windows 10 or 11 Need Antivirus Software?

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog If your PC runs on Windows 10, you’re in very good company. The Microsoft operating system is the most widely… The post Does Windows 10 or 11 Need Antivirus Software? appeared first…

Why You Should Care About Fitness Tracker Security

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Congratulations! You reached 10,000 steps today!  It’s a great feeling when a wearable fitness device vibrates to let you know… The post Why You Should Care About Fitness Tracker Security appeared first…

How Secure Is Video Conferencing?

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog As millions of people around the world practice social distancing and work their office jobs from home, video conferencing has… The post How Secure Is Video Conferencing? appeared first on McAfee Blog.…

How To Do A Virus Scan

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog How to Check for Viruses Whether you think you might have a virus on your computer or devices, or just… The post How To Do A Virus Scan appeared first on McAfee…

A Guide to Identity Theft Statistics for 2022

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog There’s a digital counterpart for nearly everything we do, which means more of our personal information is online. And although… The post A Guide to Identity Theft Statistics for 2022 appeared first…

Phishing Campaigns featuring Ursnif Trojan on the Rise

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Authored by Jyothi Naveen and Kiran Raj McAfee Labs have been observing a spike in phishing campaigns that utilize Microsoft… The post Phishing Campaigns featuring Ursnif Trojan on the Rise appeared first…

Do Macs Need Antivirus Software?

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Mac computers have long enjoyed a well-earned reputation for having robust security. Apple’s closed ecosystem, coupled with the built-in security… The post Do Macs Need Antivirus Software? appeared first on McAfee Blog.…

Instagram Hack Results in $1 Million Loss in NFTs

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog Imagine – your favorite brand on Instagram just announced a giveaway. You’ll receive a free gift! All you have to… The post Instagram Hack Results in $1 Million Loss in NFTs appeared…

Introducing Personal Data Cleanup

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog We’re excited to announce the release of McAfee’s Personal Data Cleanup, a new feature that finds and removes your personal… The post Introducing Personal Data Cleanup appeared first on McAfee Blog. Read…

Smarter Homes & Gardens: Smart Speaker Privacy

This article has been indexed from McAfee Blog So is your smart speaker really listening in on your conversations?  That’s the crux of a popular privacy topic. Namely,… The post Smarter Homes & Gardens: Smart Speaker Privacy appeared first on…