On Windows 11, the Microsoft Defender Antivirus provides real-time protection for malware (such as viruses, ransomware, ...

Contrary to popular belief, Macs are not immune to trojans and viruses. In the last couple of years, there’s been a significant uptick in the number, variety and sophistication of malware targeting ...

Take a few minutes to remove clutter, review what’s running on your device, and build habits that keep your computer running ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

When it’s time to upgrade to a new computer, the excitement can be overshadowed by the concern of transferring existing data without bringing along any unwanted viruses or malware. Philip from Troy, ...

Chrome and Edge users are being targeted by a fake ad blocker extension that crashes their browsers and then infects their ...

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Latrodectus is a versatile malware family that employs advanced tactics to infiltrate systems, steal sensitive data, and evade detection. Named after the black widow spider genus “Latrodectus”, this ...

Sideloading apps involves downloading APK files from sources outside the Google Play Store, which means these files are not vetted by Google's security checks. This increases the risk of downloading ...

KUTV — As the value of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies skyrockets, hackers are seizing the opportunity to exploit unsuspecting users. Over the past few months, some of the most dangerous malware ...