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AI is powering a new wave of ransomware. Learn how Avast stopped FunkSec's attack and how you can protect your files from evolving cyber threats. Ransomware has long been one of the most feared cyber threats on the internet, and for good reason. It’s fast, disruptive, and increasingly effective at locking up your most important files and demanding payment in exchange for their return. It’s not just businesses that get hit, either.

Pharma fraud: How illegal online pharmacies endanger your health and your wallet Even when a website looks legitimate, buying medicine online can expose you to scams that might seriously impact your finances, data or even physical health. When you’re in urgent need of medication – whether it’s a routine antibiotic, a high-demand weight loss treatment, or something more private – the internet can seem like the quickest, most discreet option.

Avast’s 2025 Safe Tech Report reveals the rising digital risks faced by older generations and how families can protect them from online scams with empathy, education, and tools like Scam Guardian and secure browsers. Avast’s new report spotlights the digital risks facing older generations and how family members can support them with empathy, confidence, and the right tools.

Online scams are getting smarter—and harder to detect. Learn why AI-powered protection is essential in 2025, and how Avast Scam Guardian helps keep you safe from phishing, fake sites, and fraud—free for everyone. In a world where technology keeps us connected, informed, and entertained, it also creates new opportunities for scammers to sneak into our digital lives.

Discover how cybercriminals are using fake online forms to steal personal data. Learn how phishing scams mimic trusted brands and how you can protect yourself.

Crypto scams are evolving fast. Learn how scammers operate—and discover five simple ways to protect your money and identity in the crypto age. Cryptocurrency has transformed how we save, spend, and invest money. But with this wave of innovation comes a new breed of scams—slick, high-tech, and harder to spot than ever. Scammers have leveled up, using polished websites, fake influencer videos, and deep knowledge of human behavior to pull off million-dollar schemes.

Changing your name? Learn how to do it safely without risking your identity. Discover essential steps to protect personal data and avoid fraud during a name change—plus how Avast Secure Identity can help. Changing your name—whether due to marriage, divorce, or personal choice—is a significant life event. However, this process involves sharing sensitive personal information across various platforms, making it a potential target for identity theft.

Some people might call bossware employee-sponsored spyware. Check out this article to learn more about employee monitoring software. The internet is a great place — until someone tries to steal your login credentials, credit card details, or even your entire identity. Enter phishing: the cybercriminal’s favorite way to trick you into handing over personal information. If you think you’d never fall for a scam, think again.