Spyware rarely announces itself with pop-ups or flashing warnings. It slips into everyday routines, quietly tracking what you ...

Spyware is designed to stay invisible, so if it’s hiding on your computer, you’re not supposed to notice—at least not right away. I want to walk you through the specific warning signs, tools, and ...

Firewalls scan data sent to your computer for malware and attempt to block files or other data they deem suspicious. Like ...

You've outfitted your computer with anti-virus software and bought a spam filter for unwanted email. Just when you thought it was safe to go out on the Internet again, another cyber-pest is baring its ...

It's important to know the signs of a virus, so that you can act quickly to get rid of any malware and stay safe in future. A virus is a type of malicious software, or malware, that can replicate ...

WASHINGTON Internet users at home are not nearly as safe online as they believe, according to a nationwide inspection by researchers. They found most consumers have no firewall protection, outdated ...

The Predator spyware from surveillance company Intellexa has been using a zero-click infection mechanism dubbed "Aladdin" ...

Antivirus software offers digital protection and defends against malware. But it can't shield you from everything.

The Department of State has started imposing visa restrictions on mercenary spyware makers and peddlers, prohibiting their entry into the United States, as announced earlier in February. The crackdown ...

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Over the past decade, spyware tools have repeatedly been found on the phones of journalists, activists, and politicians. This has raised concerns about the unprecedented proliferation of spyware ...