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Scammers target children with online games
Storage

Scammers target children with online games

Hackers exploit children's love for online games, with BitDefender warning of rising online threats targeting young, unsuspecting users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2011
Norton, Bitdefender enhance Android security
Bitdefender

Norton, Bitdefender enhance Android security

Norton and Bitdefender have launched new Android security features to combat malware and theft, offering users enhanced protection and peace of mind.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011
New Trojan 'deceptively clever'
Malware

New Trojan 'deceptively clever'

A sophisticated new Trojan disguises itself as a YouTube video linked from Facebook, tricking users into downloading malware that mimics security software.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2011
How to avoid Facebook faux-pas
Physical Security

How to avoid Facebook faux-pas

A beta trial reveals 25% of users received malicious content from Facebook friends, prompting BitDefender to launch the full version of its Safego security app.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2011
BitDefender adds cloud security service
Cybersecurity

BitDefender adds cloud security service

BitDefender boosts Android safety with a new cloud service, alerting users to malicious or fraudulent sites before access. Free download available.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
Web porn sites major security risk
Malware

Web porn sites major security risk

The lure of 'adult' content online continues to prove too strong for many people, despite the fact that a lot of these sites host malware.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2011
Facebook safety app out now
Bitdefender

Facebook safety app out now

BitDefender's new 'safego' app now alerts Facebook users to data leaks, e-threats and unsafe content, enhancing privacy and security on the platform.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Nov 2010
The age of consequence
Breach Prevention

The age of consequence

IT administrators can greatly benefit from network-wide visibility into malware related incidents and policy breaches.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2010
Bogus Chrome extension hosts malware
Malware

Bogus Chrome extension hosts malware

Spammers are targeting Google Chrome users this week,<br />infecting their systems with malware through a fake browser extension.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Apr 2010
Valentine's Day an opportunity for identity thieves
Bitdefender

Valentine's Day an opportunity for identity thieves

Valentine's Day spells danger for online daters, warns BitDefender, as the search for love opens doors to identity thieves and scams.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Feb 2010
Bitdefender Total Security 2010
Bitdefender

Bitdefender Total Security 2010

BitDefender Total Security 2010 adapts to your tech skill, enhancing protection and privacy, but may slow down your PC.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Dec 2009
Trojan trifecta dominates September e-threats
Malware

Trojan trifecta dominates September e-threats

BitDefender's list of top e-threats detected in the month of September was dominated by Trojans, with five of the top ten malware threats being Trojans.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 13th Oct 2009
90% Innovation, 100% Passion
Malware

90% Innovation, 100% Passion

BitDefender opens market in New Zealand due to its growing IT market, low rates of piracy, and favorable legal environment.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 1st May 2007