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antivirus

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Top antivirus software could have let a hacker crash your computer

Over two dozen antivirus products had the bugs.

On Apr 27, 2020 by Mikael Thalen

Tech

Hackers claim to be selling data from 3 major antivirus companies

Alleged chat logs say Symantec, McAfee, and Trend Micro are affected.

On May 14, 2019 by Mikael Thalen

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How hackers can use AI to hide their malware and target you

Hackers can use the same technology powering your appliances to create smart malware.

On Aug 27, 2018 by Ben Dickson

Tech
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This shady new malware is robbing people with bitcoins

A new IBM report details a sophisticated malware attack targeting users of cryptocurrency exchanges.

On Feb 15, 2018 by Ben Dickson

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The best free antivirus tools for Windows and Mac

Solid antivirus protection doesn't have to break your bank.

On Aug 6, 2017 by Ben Dickson

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3 reasons you should consider antivirus software

How secure is your computer or device without it?

On Dec 8, 2016 by The Daily Dot Bazaar

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Google says antivirus software is putting users at risk

You're going to need an anti-antivirus

On Jun 29, 2016 by AJ Dellinger

Tech

9 million Google Chrome users were made vulnerable by a web security plug-in

Not so safe after all.

On Dec 30, 2015 by AJ Dellinger

Tech

Your Microsoft security is pretty much worthless

In a recent assessment, Microsoft Security Essentials did not detect 39 percent of all the malware tested.

On Dec 22, 2013 by Aaron Sankin

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