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Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders
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Avast warns of rise in fake shops targeting New Zealanders

Avast warns of a surge in fake online shops targeting New Zealanders, with nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites identified as the holiday shopping season nears.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

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Rise in counterfeit websites threatens holiday shoppers
Phishing

Rise in counterfeit websites threatens holiday shoppers

As the festive shopping season approaches, researchers have identified nearly 80,000 counterfeit websites, endangering online shoppers seeking deals.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Ransomware-as-a-Service group BianLian opts for unique model
Ransomware

Ransomware-as-a-Service group BianLian opts for unique model

The BianLian data extortion group operates differently from typical ransomware gangs, showing remarkable adaptability in their operations, says expert Jason Baker.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Malware

Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals ransomware payments surged to USD $460 million, while mobile banking threats increased by 166% due to rising scams.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats
Malware

Gen Q3 report reveals alarming rise in global cyber threats

Gen's Q3 Threat Report reveals a staggering rise in cyber threats, with ransomware payments hitting $460 million and mobile banking malware incidents soaring.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Protect your mini-me: How to prevent child identity theft
Phishing

Protect your mini-me: How to prevent child identity theft

Worried about child identity theft? Our guide offers 10 steps on how to prevent child identity theft so you can safeguard your little one's future.

By Stephen Kho • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers
Email Security

Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers

Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
You're telling me that ad was fake? Malvertising is sneakier than ever
Malware

You're telling me that ad was fake? Malvertising is sneakier than ever

Malicious ads are becoming hard to spot, warns Avast in its Q1/2024 Threat Report. Even legitimate platforms like YouTube are now targets for sophisticated malvertising schemes.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
YouTube, the backdrop of a scammer's play
Malware

YouTube, the backdrop of a scammer's play

Cyberattackers are turning to YouTube to spread phishing and malware through sophisticated scams, deceiving users with deepfakes and trusted spokespersons. Stay vigilant.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
What is MFA bombing? Apple users were targeted using this phishing technique
Multi-factor authentication

What is MFA bombing? Apple users were targeted using this phishing technique

Apple users are being targeted with 'MFA bombing,' a phishing method that exploits repeated password prompts and spoofed calls to gain account access.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
There's a whole new wave of investment scams – and they feature people you might know
Email Security

There's a whole new wave of investment scams – and they feature people you might know

AI-generated deepfakes are fuelling a new era of investment scams, featuring familiar faces to deceive us. Here's how to spot and avoid these high-tech traps.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
Avast report reveals rise in AI-powered cyberattacks & scams
Malware

Avast report reveals rise in AI-powered cyberattacks & scams

Avast's Q1 Threat Report spotlights a surge in AI-driven cyberattacks, with 90% of threats involving social engineering, deepfakes, and YouTube scams.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Watch out! There are hidden dangers lurking in your PDFs
Malware

Watch out! There are hidden dangers lurking in your PDFs

PDFs' convenience inadvertently aiding cybercriminals: Avast researchers reveal PDF files increasingly exploited to distribute malware and carry out scams.

By Mark Gorrie • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
One wrong click can devastate your small business: so what can you do?
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

One wrong click can devastate your small business: so what can you do?

Small businesses can fortify cybersecurity, bolster compliance, and support employee productivity with web domain and content filtering tools like Avast Business Web Control.

By Mark Gorrie • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
BianLian turns to extortion after decryptor released, reveals Avast
Cybersecurity

BianLian turns to extortion after decryptor released, reveals Avast

After Avast releases a BianLian decryptor, the hacking group resorts to extortion-only operations, exploiting vulnerabilities like TeamCity servers, reports GuidePoints.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024
Avast thwarts 10 billion cyber attacks, reveals new threats
Phishing

Avast thwarts 10 billion cyber attacks, reveals new threats

Avast blocks 10 billion cyber threats, highlighting an alarming surge in new threats as cyber attackers find innovative ways to exploit trusted digital mediums.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
Unseen surge in cyber attacks blocked by Avast in 2023
Phishing

Unseen surge in cyber attacks blocked by Avast in 2023

Avast blocked 10 billion cyberattacks in 2023, up 49% on the prior year, with cybercriminals deploying sophisticated methods including deepfake scams and exploiting PDF files and Google OAuth to steal user information.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Over 4,000 fraudulent e-shops mimic post-Christmas sales
Cybersecurity

Over 4,000 fraudulent e-shops mimic post-Christmas sales

Fraudulent e-shops imitating popular fashion brands have exploited post-Christmas sales to steal personal and payment data from unsuspecting shoppers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024