Learn what to do if your email account has been hacked so you can stop scammers from targeting your contact list with money scams, malware, and more.

October is National Cyber Security Awareness month. This is part 1 in a series of blog posts we will be publishing on various topics aimed at educating you on how to stay protected on todays Internet...

Ransomware extorts money from victims with promises of restoring encrypted data. Like other computer viruses, it usually finds its way onto a device by exploiting a security hole in vulnerable software or by tricking someone into installing it. It typically scores high profile victims like hospitals, public schools and police departments.

Most devices have a camera these days. So we’re sharing nine easy ways to increase your webcam security and keep yourself safe.

The security argument between Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android system for smartphones is heating up yet again.

The Apple threat landscape was extremely busy in 2016. We reported on seven major stories in 2016.

There are no known, common viruses that can attack an iPad, but other threats such as adware, malware and spyware exist. These typically find their way onto your iPad through fake ads, attachments from untrusted sources, phishing attempts, or other nefarious paths into your device.

This week the UK National Crime Agency and the FBI, working with Symantec and other partners, were able to significantly disrupt two cybercrime operations: Gameover Zeus botnet and Cryptolocker ransomware network…

Apple computers can get viruses and malware just like PCs can. While iMacs, MacBooks, Mac Minis, and iPhones may not be as frequent targets as Windows computers, all have their fair share of threats.

A macro virus is a computer virus written in the same macro language that is used for software applications, such as word processing programs. When an infected file is opened, the macro virus releases a sequence of actions that begin automatically. These actions cause damage to the computer and its applications.

Is my phone hacked? It’s a worry that may cross your mind if your phone is behaving strangely. We’re sharing the telltale signs of a hacked phone, and what to do if you think your phone has been compromised.

Wonder whether your Android phone is harboring a virus or other malware? Learn how to detect and remove it.

If left unaddressed, malware can wreak havoc on your computer and the personal data you store on it. Here are the six steps required to remove malware from your Mac or PC.

Malware refers to programs specifically engineered to compromise computers or other devices. It can present itself in many forms such as viruses, Trojan horses, worms, adware, ransomware and spyware. All forms of malware are designed to compromise the safety of your devices and the data stored on them.

Intrusion Prevention System (IPS): Your first line of defense against malware

Malvertising can infect your computer with malicious software even when visiting legitimate sites. Here’s how.

We’ve previously explained the different types of malware that are prevalent on the threat landscape, which begs the question: How does malware get onto my computer?

Malware is software that cyber attackers develop to gain access or cause damage to a computer or network, usually without the victim’s knowledge. Different types of malware include viruses, spyware, ransomware, and Trojan horses. Malware attacks can occur on all sorts of devices and operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS.

Online threats to Macs have increased lately. The most recent one to make news, called “Crisis”, targets Mac users. Your risk of infection is probably very low, but here are some basic facts: “Crisis” is a Trojan that…

You may have noticed growing reports in the media about the dangers of using USB memory sticks. It is true, they are susceptible to being exploited like everything else…

A few years ago, I worked in an Apple Store Genius Bar. The first thing that caught my attention was the number of customers coming in with malware issues. If I had a nickel for every time I heard...

Are you a Norton customer who is facing a problem with malware? Use this page to get answers to frequently asked questions. My computer has a virus. How did this happen? Thousands of new viruses…

Bots, or internet robots, are also known as spiders, crawlers, and web bots. Malware bots are defined as self-propagating malware that infects its host. Malware is delivered in download format via social media or email messages that advise clicking a link.

A browser hijacker is defined as a “form of unwanted software that modifies a web browser’s settings without the user’s permission.” The idea is to make users visit certain websites whether they want to or not so the hijacker enjoys higher advertising revenue. Browser hijackers may also contain spyware to obtain banking information and other sensitive data.

Most people don't know that you don’t have to intentionally download a malicious attachment to compromise your computer’s security.

Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUAs) are unwanted software programs that come bundled in legitimate free software programs as a package.

A Trojan downloader is a type of Trojan horse that downloads and installs files, often malicious programs.

Trojan horse, or Trojan, is a type of malicious code or software that can take control of your computer. It is designed to damage, disrupt, steal, or in general inflict some other harmful action on your data or network. Once installed, a Trojan can perform the action it was designed for.

Botnet is a string of connected computers coordinated together to perform a task. Botnets are just one of the many perils out there on the Internet. Here's how they work and how you can protect yourself.

A computer virus is a type of malicious code or program written to alter the way a computer operates and is designed to spread from one computer to another. A virus operates by inserting or attaching itself to a legitimate program or document that supports macros in order to execute its code.

A computer worm is a type of malware that spreads copies of itself from computer to computer. It can replicate itself without any human interaction and does not need to attach itself to a software program in order to cause damage. Worms can be transmitted via software vulnerabilities.

A keylogger is spyware that can records your keystrokes. The data captured can be sensitive information that’s used to commit fraud or identity theft.

Rootkits are a type of malware that are designed so that they can remain hidden on your computer. But while you might not notice them, they are active. They give cybercriminals the ability to remotely control your computer and steal your credit card or online banking information.

Antivirus software searches for known threats and monitors the behavior of all programs. It seeks to block or remove malware as quickly as possible. If you don’t have antivirus software installed, you could be at risk of picking up a virus.

Cryptojacking is the unauthorized use of a computer, tablet, mobile phone, or connected home device by cybercriminals to mine for cryptocurrency. Users can “mine” it on their computer by using special programs to solve complex, encrypted math equations in order to gain a piece of the currency.

Cyberattacks are an evolving danger to organizations, employees and consumers. They may be designed to access or destroy sensitive data or extort money. A strong cyber security system has multiple layers of protection spread across computers, devices, networks and programs.

Fileless malware uses your system’s software, applications and protocols to install and execute malicious activities. Learn more.

Ransomware is a form of malicious software that locks and encrypts a victim’s computer or device data, then demands a ransom to restore access. In many cases, the victim must pay the cybercriminal within a set amount of time or risk losing access forever. If the attackers don’t give you the decryption key, you may be unable to regain access to your data or device.

What Is Spear Phishing?

Modern day computer virus origins may surprise you- their goals were not quite the same as they are today. Early on, viruses had varied utilities and were engineered mostly by people in computer...

I worked in an Apple Store Genius Bar. The first thing that caught my attention was the number of customers coming in with malware issues.