A mobile bot is a type of malware that runs in the background on a device that isn’t protected by an anti-virus application. Bots for mobile devices behave similarly to…

Malicious software can pretty much hide anywhere, not just app stores, but also in captions and links in YouTube videos.Recently, security analysts have spotted a malware distribution campaign that uses…

Creating and distributing fake antivirus programs (also called scareware) is a lucrative business. The perpetrators use drive-by downloads or other sneaky techniques to get the fake antivirus onto your device,…

In 2021, spam and phishing text messages were up 146%, subjecting consumers to dangerous cybercriminals attempting to steal valuable personal information.Scammers create emails and websites that impersonate the top brands…

Before you use your mobile phone next time for banking transactions, you might want to follow a few tips to protect it against malware attacks. Passwords: Your Key to SafetyThese…

If you think ransomware attacks are the deadliest of cyberattacks, think again. While extremely devastating, you can at least retrieve your encrypted files after ransomware negotiations in many cases. Unfortunately,…

Backdoor, as the name suggests, acts as a hidden gateway to enter a smartphone. In other words, backdoors are a way to bypass authentication of a smartphone and raise privileges…

Email attachments can be dangerous. They might contain malware that causes an infection when downloaded. Even if you get an attachment from someone you know, think about it before opening…

Mobile malware has been a growing threat for years. As mobile devices become more important to personal and business lives, the number and types of mobile malware are rapidly expanding.…

If you’re like many individuals, you’re probably using the same handful of passwords for just about everything you do. If you want to use the same password for Facebook and…