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McAfee Labs Threats Report: April 2021

In this edition, we present new findings in our traditional threat statistical categories – as well as our usual malware, sectors, and vectors – imparted in a new, enhanced digital presentation that’s more easily consumed and interpreted.

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Obad.a – What You Need to Know About the Latest Android Threat

With the convenience of our mobile apps, we increasingly rely on our phones for work and play.  But did you...

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Syrian Crisis Reminds Us to Beware of ‘Charity’ Scams

The dismal situation in Syria has gained considerable sympathy in the rest of the world. Unfortunately, playing on our emotions...

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Fraudulent Adult Dating Services Turn 10 Years Old, Still Evolving

McAfee Mobile Research monitors adult one-click-fraud applications on Google Play that are targeted at Japanese users. Although the attackers appeared...

Family Safety

Have You Taught Your Kids About the Dangers of ‘Catfishing’?

You may have overheard your kids talking about “catfishing” or someone getting “catfished.” No, they aren’t talking about gills, hooks,...

Family Safety

Twitter Drama and What Parents Need to Know

With more teens flocking to social networks outside of Facebook, it’s more important than ever for parents to understand—and coach...

Family Safety

What Parents Need to Know About KIK Messenger App

We write a lot about new apps on this blog because apps are hot in the very mobile teen world....

Family Safety

Taking Your Teen’s Phone: Know the Pros and Cons

Many parents shudder at the thought. Some even experience a shortness or breath and heart palpitations when they imagine what...

Family Safety

Three Words Every Parent Needs to Know

  Have you noticed that commonplace words don’t quite mean what they used to? It’s a subtle but alarming shift...

Family Safety

Is the Twitter Video App ‘Vine’ Safe for Kids?

Twitter’s new video-sharing app Vine is the hottest mobile toy since Instagram—and to be honest—it’s even more fun. Still, parents...

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Are Your Kids Using Vault Apps to Hide Photos, Chats, or Videos?

A number of apps for both the Android and iPhone exist that are great for storing your personal “gems,” those...

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