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Malware in the Google Play Store: Enemy inside the gates

May 22, 2013 12:38pm PDT

Google Play has experienced some recent malware infestations. Learn about the details and how to protect yourself and your users.

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The Honey Chrome extension: An example of what's new and better

May 6, 2013 11:06am PDT

A Chrome extension called Honey can automatically find coupon codes to apply during your online checkouts. Find out how it works and how it came to be.

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Protect your privacy with these five applications

April 25, 2013 10:55am PDT

There are a number of different utilities that you can use to mitigate risk and help protect your privacy.

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Review: ZoneAlarm Free Antivirus + Firewall 2013

April 17, 2013 12:03pm PDT

ZoneAlarm looks to bolster options for consumers and businesses, with the inclusion of a free Antivirus and Firewall edition.

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DropSmack: Using Dropbox to steal files and deliver malware

April 15, 2013 7:46am PDT

Michael P. Kassner interviews a digital forensic scientist who uses Dropbox to compromise targeted networks -- something the bad guys probably figured out as well.

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The best Mac antivirus applications

April 11, 2013 5:30am PDT

Erik Eckel recommends two antivirus solutions for Mac protection.

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Five enterprise-ready antivirus systems

February 26, 2013 10:21am PST

Wally Bahny examines five enterprise grade antivirus systems that you may have overlooked.

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The end of antivirus software? Not so fast

February 18, 2013 6:00am PST

The value of antivirus software is controversial. Michael P. Kassner asks an AV-testing expert why, and if it needs to be this way.

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Real Life IT: The day the websites went out in Georgia

February 14, 2013 8:33am PST

Google Safe Browsing warns users about malware-detected sites. Learn how one company dealt with its compromised website.

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BYOD Android devices play an important role in enterprise security

February 11, 2013 11:28am PST

Find out how Donovan Colbert used his TF300 Transformer tablet/convertible to safely manage a virus in his Windows shop.

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Review: Cover all the bases with Malwarebytes

February 8, 2013 12:55pm PST

To cover all your bases, anti-malware software is great to have running in conjunction with any anti-virus application.

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Cybersecurity challenges in 2013

February 8, 2013 8:10am PST

Dmitriv Ayrapetov describes the threats that Dell SonicWall has identified as the top challenges for companies to prepare for in 2013.

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Guess what? Your favorite websites are more likely to serve malware than p0rn sites

February 4, 2013 10:49am PST

A new report may change your perception of websites and malware. Michael P. Kassner ferrets out what Cisco is excited about.

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Find out which mobile apps are stealing your identity

January 28, 2013 6:39am PST

Mobile device malware is approaching exponential growth. Mobile apps are the vehicle of choice to deliver malware. Michael P. Kassner looks at our options.

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New controversy on the effectiveness of antivirus software

January 21, 2013 6:00am PST

Patrick Lambert looks at a recent report that tested antivirus and found detection rates "abysmal." But not everyone thinks the tests were fair.

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Battling the Google Redirect virus

January 2, 2013 10:56am PST

Consultant Bob Eisenhardt recounts his frustrating experience trying to track down and get rid of a client's search-redirect virus. Here's how he finally ditched it.

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What businesses would like to see from Apple in 2013

December 27, 2012 9:00am PST

Erik Eckel drafts a holiday wish list of things businesses would like to see from Apple in 2013. What would you add?

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The FBI locked your computer? Watch out for new spins on ransomware

November 15, 2012 7:18am PST

The FBI locks your computer. Can they do that? Or is it fake? How does one know? Michael Kassner asks an expert for help with the latest forms of ransomware.

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