Free privacy and security scans with McAfee Mobile Security

Wednesday, May 21st, 2014

McAfee announced the latest version of McAfee Mobile Security that now enables consumers to run free privacy and security scans. These scans allow users to identify apps that are oversharing personal information. It also scans for and removes malware and looks for other security threats. McAfee makes it simple for users ...

FBI: BlackShades Infected Half-Million Computers

Monday, May 19th, 2014

More than a half-million computers in over 100 countries were infected by sophisticated malware that lets cybercriminals remotely hijack a computer and its webcam, authorities said as charges were announced Monday against nearly 100 people worldwide. Authorities said 97 people suspected of using or distributing the malicious software called BlackShades have ...

Public Hotspots Are a Privacy and Security Minefield: Shield Yourself

Monday, May 19th, 2014

An axiom among network security pros is that you should treat public Wi-Fi hotspots like the cyber equivalent of public bathrooms: a convenience we all use, but only with the requisite hygiene. You wouldn’t share personal items like a toothbrush or razor with others at an office, gym or airport ...

Malwarebytes Anti-Exploit – new freeware protects against browser attacks better than your anti-virus will

Friday, May 16th, 2014

It’s a big bad world out there, and we’re pretty sure it’s not going to change any time soon. We’re talking specifically about malware, drive-by exploits and the like, because these attacks seem to be on the rise, and it’s kind of disconcerting. Good then to see some tools start to ...

Urgent Security Update Regarding Your Bitly Account

Thursday, May 8th, 2014

We have reason to believe that Bitly account credentials have been compromised. We have no indication at this time that any accounts have been accessed without permission. For our users’ protection, we have taken proactive steps to ensure the security of all accounts, including disconnecting all users’ Facebook and Twitter ...