Avast stories - Page 3
Misconfiguration sees Android user data at risk of being exposed
Wed, 8th Sep 2021
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More than 19,300 Android apps have been found to expose user data due to misconfiguration of the Firebase database, according to Avast.
New Zealanders are exposing themselves to cybercrime, study shows
Mon, 30th Aug 2021
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According to Avast, many New Zealanders are exposing themselves to unnecessary online risks and cyber threats through careless digital practices.
NZ business facing higher risk of PC malware attacks
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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New Zealand businesses face higher risk of PC malware attacks than businesses in Australia, UK, US, according to Avast.
NortonLifeLock and Avast to merge
Wed, 11th Aug 2021
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The companies' boards believe the merger has ‘compelling strategic and financial rationale’, and creates an opportunity to create a new cyber-safety business.
Chance of PC users encountering cyber threats increase
Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Rise in cyberthreat risk for home users worldwide, with New Zealand slightly higher than Australia, UK, US, and Germany.
Avast and RiskIQ announce threat intelligence partnership
Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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threat intelligence
Digital security and privacy company Avast, and RiskIQ, an internet security intelligence company, have announced a threat intelligence partnership.
Avast finds cybercriminals are targeting gamers with cryptomining malware
Wed, 30th Jun 2021
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gaming
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Cybercriminals are using cracked games to target gamers with cryptomining malware, earning over $2 million in cryptocurrency.
Adware, fake apps and banking trojans targeting Android devices
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Adware poses the biggest threat to Android devices, accounting for 45% of mobile threats in 2021, says research from Avast.
Avast launches new Business Hub platform for partners and businesses
Fri, 21st May 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cloud security
Avast has announced the official launch of its security platform Avast Business Hub for partners and businesses.
Avast identifies new cryptocurrency malware Hackboss
Wed, 28th Apr 2021
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Researchers from Avast, the global digital security and privacy company, say they have identified new cryptocurrency-stealing malware.
Top cyber threats for Australia in 2020
Wed, 9th Dec 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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email security
COVID-19 scams, ransomware attacks, and adware were among the top cyber threats faced by Australian businesses in 2020, according to Avast.
Avast and Borsetta join Intel to power AI research
Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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The new collaboration’s purpose is to advance and develop technologies that strengthen privacy and trust for decentralised AI.
Increase in scams expected for NZ and Australia during holiday shopping season
Fri, 27th Nov 2020
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email security
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scams
New Zealand and Australian shoppers warned of increased cyber scams during November sales season, according to Avast.
Ivanti and Avast Business extend partnership, launch joint solution for SMBs
Mon, 23rd Nov 2020
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partner programmes
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patching
Ivanti partners with Avast Business to integrate patch management technology into security platforms for small businesses.
Avast Secure Browser comes to Android
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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browsers
Avast Secure Browser has been a mainstay for the security platform in Windows and Mac, and this is the first time it has come to mobile.
Remote workers need to improve security measures amidst COVID-19
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Remote workers must prioritise digital security during COVID-19, as companies like Avast offer essential tips to protect from cyber threats.
72% of all mobile malware is adware - report
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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adware
The report also reveals that adware is a rising problem, with its share among all Android malware types having increased by 38% in the past year alone.
How safe are our IoT devices?
Wed, 29th Jan 2020
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encryption
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iot
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cybersecurity
Surely it is the duty of the manufacturers to make devices more secure at the point where they are produced, right?.
Nearly half of Aussies can’t identify fake NAB website - survey
Mon, 2nd Dec 2019
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phishing
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email security
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avast
Phishing continues to be one of the leading attack methods because it allows cybercriminals to target people at scale using social engineering.
Avast launches SaaS-based secure internet gateway for SMBs
Thu, 10th Oct 2019
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cybersecurity
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avast
Avast unveils a SaaS-based internet gateway designed to provide SMBs with enterprise-grade security, eliminating the need for traditional hardware.