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Avast launches SaaS-based secure internet gateway for SMBs
Cybersecurity

Avast launches SaaS-based secure internet gateway for SMBs

Avast unveils a SaaS-based internet gateway designed to provide SMBs with enterprise-grade security, eliminating the need for traditional hardware.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2019
Nosy flashlight apps want more permissions than they need
Data Privacy

Nosy flashlight apps want more permissions than they need

It might seem like a flashlight app just needs access to the camera flash in order to turn on and off. Apparently, that's wrong.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2019
Consumer GPS tracker leaks unencrypted data, warns Avast
Cybersecurity

Consumer GPS tracker leaks unencrypted data, warns Avast

Avast reveals severe security flaws in Shenzhen i365 Tech GPS trackers, affecting 600,000 devices globally. Data and privacy at risk.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2019
Gaming consoles are the most secure smarthome devices
Gaming

Gaming consoles are the most secure smarthome devices

A new study by Avast reveals that game consoles are the most secure smarthome devices, with only 0.5% at risk, compared to 36% of printers in Australian homes.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2019
IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats
Internet of Things

IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats

Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2019
One-third of connected homes in Australia at risk of cyber attack
Smart Home

One-third of connected homes in Australia at risk of cyber attack

Avast's 2019 report reveals that 33.4% of Australian smart homes have at least one vulnerable device, risking cyber attack. Global figures stand at 40.8%.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2019
Low-cost Android devices shipping pre-installed Colisoon adware
Malware

Low-cost Android devices shipping pre-installed Colisoon adware

Low-cost Android devices from manufacturers such as ZTE and Archos are being pre-installed with adware, researchers at Avast say.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018
34 tech heavyweights stand strong: Protecting the globe from cyber threats
Virtualisation

34 tech heavyweights stand strong: Protecting the globe from cyber threats

Not only with the companies protect customers, they've also vowed not to help governments who want to go on the cyber offensive.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018
Security firm reveals Asia connections behind the CCleaner hack
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Security firm reveals Asia connections behind the CCleaner hack

The attack was never intended for consumers, but instead went after companies such as NEC, Samsung, Asus, Fujitsu, Singtel, Intel and VMware.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017
Avast joins watchdog ranks as No More Ransom partner
Malware

Avast joins watchdog ranks as No More Ransom partner

Avast is one of the latest security providers to join the No More Ransom campaign, alongside law enforcement agencies and the private security sector.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017
Synnex bulks up security and cloud portfolio with Avast deal
Synnex

Synnex bulks up security and cloud portfolio with Avast deal

New opportunities for bundled offerings and additional revenue streams are following Synnex's signing of Avast.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
AVG publishes 2Q16 results ahead of merger with Avast
AVG Technologies

AVG publishes 2Q16 results ahead of merger with Avast

AVG has announced its second quarter 2016 financial results, bringing in $105 million ahead of its merger with Avast in the coming months.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2016
Avast acquires AVG for $1.3billion
Cybersecurity

Avast acquires AVG for $1.3billion

Avast Software has just announced its acquisition of fellow industry pioneer, security provider and long time rival AVG Technologies.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Jul 2016
Mobile malware on the rise, Qualcomm and Avast step in
Malware

Mobile malware on the rise, Qualcomm and Avast step in

Avast chosen by Qualcomm to integrate Snapdragon Smart Protect, a behavioural analysis-based anti-malware technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
World's most popular consumer security vendor makes local play
Cybersecurity

World's most popular consumer security vendor makes local play

Avast CEO challenges channel model as he pushes free software's scope beyond security, urging resellers to adapt for relevance.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jun 2015

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