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Escrow scams set to rise
Bitdefender

Escrow scams set to rise

Bitdefender claims the month of June will see cars, motorbikes and electronics shoppers at most risk of escrow fraud.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th May 2013
Rihanna sex tape? And you're scammed
Malware

Rihanna sex tape? And you're scammed

Empty promises of Rihanna sex tape hit Facebook users for six, but 'stalker' views account for biggest scams on social networking site.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2013
Scammers unleashing hell through holiday campaigns
Bitdefender

Scammers unleashing hell through holiday campaigns

Scammers target holidaymakers with spammed malware through flight and hotel deals, hitting a high of 6% of all spam. Stay vigilant!.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2013
Bitdefender antivirus named 'Product of the Year'
Bitdefender

Bitdefender antivirus named 'Product of the Year'

Bitdefender clinches 'Product of the Year' for its superior anti-virus performance, outshining competitors in rigorous testing, say specialists.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Jan 2013
Bitdefender launches Parental Control software
Bitdefender

Bitdefender launches Parental Control software

Bitdefender launches a new Parental Control software aimed at safeguarding children online from bullies, predators, and inappropriate content.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2012
Scanned in 60 seconds…
Malware

Scanned in 60 seconds…

Bitdefender launches a free 60-second virus scanner, providing a rapid, cloud-based layer of protection for PCs worldwide to combat malware.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 5th Dec 2012
Bitdefender tailoring no.1 antivirus for Windows 8
Windows

Bitdefender tailoring no.1 antivirus for Windows 8

Bitdefender launches first tailor-made antivirus for Windows 8, promising top-notch protection against malware with dedicated features.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 23rd Nov 2012
Is Windows 8 prone to infection?
Malware

Is Windows 8 prone to infection?

Bitdefender finds Windows 8 prone to malware, with a 15% vulnerability rate even with Windows Defender activated.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Nov 2012
Teenage boys most monitored on Facebook
Bitdefender

Teenage boys most monitored on Facebook

Latest findings show parents are more protective of boys than girls on social networking sites, especially during back-to-school seasons.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Oct 2012
BitDefender's iOS privacy app protects data
Bitdefender

BitDefender's iOS privacy app protects data

BitDefender's new Clueful app aims to shield iPhone users' data by spotlighting privacy-compromising apps, now available for free.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2012
Shoppers, parents and thieves: who should know about Bitdefender 2013
Apple

Shoppers, parents and thieves: who should know about Bitdefender 2013

Bitdefender 2013 launches with advanced Anti-Theft, Parental Control and Safepay features, enhancing security for users and challenging thieves.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Jun 2012
Bitdefender enters cloud storage market
Storage

Bitdefender enters cloud storage market

Bitdefender shakes up cloud storage with launch of Safebox, offering 2GB free or up to 60GB with a focus on simplicity and competitive pricing.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 13th Mar 2012
Facebook under fire
Malware

Facebook under fire

Facebook faces backlash as users encounter explicit content and a warning of a potential 'Fawkes Virus' attack looms from Anonymous.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2011
Scammers target children with online games
Storage

Scammers target children with online games

Hackers exploit children's love for online games, with BitDefender warning of rising online threats targeting young, unsuspecting users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2011
Norton, Bitdefender enhance Android security
Bitdefender

Norton, Bitdefender enhance Android security

Norton and Bitdefender have launched new Android security features to combat malware and theft, offering users enhanced protection and peace of mind.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
New Trojan 'deceptively clever'
Malware

New Trojan 'deceptively clever'

A sophisticated new Trojan disguises itself as a YouTube video linked from Facebook, tricking users into downloading malware that mimics security software.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011
How to avoid Facebook faux-pas
Physical Security

How to avoid Facebook faux-pas

A beta trial reveals 25% of users received malicious content from Facebook friends, prompting BitDefender to launch the full version of its Safego security app.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2011
BitDefender adds cloud security service
Cybersecurity

BitDefender adds cloud security service

BitDefender boosts Android safety with a new cloud service, alerting users to malicious or fraudulent sites before access. Free download available.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
Web porn sites major security risk
Malware

Web porn sites major security risk

The lure of 'adult' content online continues to prove too strong for many people, despite the fact that a lot of these sites host malware.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2011