#Avast

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 day ago

Avast AntiTrack - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast AntiTrack - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #AntiTrack #Cybersecurity #TeddyTips #OnlinePrivacy #TechSafety #StopTracking #AvastBears #DigitalPrivacy #AdBlock youtube.com/shorts/Fk60F...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

2 days ago

Avast Data Shredder - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Data Shredder - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #Cybersecurity #TeddyTips #FileSecurity #TechSafety #Privacy #AvastBears #OnlineSecurity #DataProtection
youtube.com/shorts/XVS1y...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

5 days ago

Sneaky Browser Extension - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Sneaky Browser Extension - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #cybersecurity #extensions #browser #malware #spyware #avastbears #security #privacy #computersafety #online
youtube.com/shorts/ujpKs...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 week ago

Avast Bears vs The Sneaky Virus - How Antivirus Stops Malware YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Bears vs The Sneaky Virus - How Antivirus Stops Malware
#bob3160 #Avast #antivirus #cybersecurity #malware #virus #protection #onlinesafety #cybertips #security #animation #bears youtube.com/shorts/jvrdL...

OpsMatters

@opsmatters.com

1 week ago

Avast We believe everyone has the right to be safe online, which is why we offer our award-winning free antivirus to millions of people around the world.

The latest update for #Avast includes "How to avoid the fake buyers flooding Facebook Marketplace" and "My close call with an adoption scam and the red flags to watch for".

#Cybersecurity #AntiVirus #VPN https://opsmtrs.com/3OHCV4g

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 week ago

Avast Bears Fight Computer Viruses (And Make Cybersecurity Fun!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Bears Fight Computer Viruses (And Make Cybersecurity Fun!)
#bob3160 #cybersecurity #Avast #bears #antivirus #malware #virusprotection #onlinesafety #cybertips #techfun #animation youtube.com/shorts/bk_dL...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 week ago

Avast Network Inspector - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Network Inspector - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #NetworkInspector #Cybersecurity #TeddyTips #WiFiSecurity #TechSafety #HomeNetwork #AvastBears #RouterSafety #OnlineSecurity youtube.com/shorts/NA7zx...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 week ago

Avast SmartScan - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast SmartScan - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #SmartScan #Cybersecurity #TeddyTips #Antivirus #TechSafety #PCHealth
youtube.com/shorts/Nqc5M...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Avast Boot-Time Scan (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Boot-Time Scan (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #Cybersecurity #BootTimeScan #AvastBears #TeddyTips #OnlineSafety #Antivirus #TechForSeniors #WindowsSecurity #MalwareProtection youtube.com/shorts/U5tGd...

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@2rzikkbou3ntafnir2qmmse0gwz.activitypub.awakari.com.ap.brid.gy

2 weeks ago

New infosec products of the month: February 2026 Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past month, featuring releases from Aikido Security, Avast, Armis, Black Duck, Compliance ...

#News #Aikido #Security #Armis #Avast #Black #Duck […]

[Original post on helpnetsecurity.com]

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

The Importance of Restating Your Computer - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

The Importance of Restating Your Computer - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#ComputerTips #Grok #Windows11 #Restart #AvastBears #TechHelp #LaptopTips #PCMaintenance #SimpleTech #Bob3160 #CyberSecurity #VirusRemoval #Avast youtube.com/shorts/2soWQ...

Hackread.com

@hackread.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Fake Avast Website Targets Users With €499 Phishing Refund Scam Follow us on all social media @Hackread

📢🪝Watch out as scammers are cloning Avast’s website to push fake €499 charges and steal credit card details using urgency tricks, live chat, and realistic payment checks.

#CyberSecurity #Phishing #Scam #Avast #Malware

Read: hackread.com/fake-avast-w...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Invitation to Download Avast Antivirus - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Invitation to Download Avast Antivirus - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Avast #Antivirus #Cybersecurity #FreeAntivirus #OnlineSafety #TechTips #AvastBears #ComputerSecurity #MalwareProtection #InternetSafety youtube.com/shorts/7h9RB...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Phishing Scam Awareness - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Phishing Scam Awareness - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #TeddyTips #Phishing #ScamAlert #OnlineSafety #AvastBears #CyberSecurity #TechTips #InternetSafety #FakeLinks #EmailScams #Avast youtube.com/shorts/QahK4...

ransomNews

@ransomnews.online

2 weeks ago

Refund scam impersonates Avast to harvest credit card details A convincing fake Avast site displays a €499.99 charge and promises a refund. Instead, it harvests your name, address, and full credit card details.

🚨 Refund scam impersonates Avast

Threat actors are spoofing #Avast refund notifications to trick victims into submitting credit card details, leveraging brand impersonation, urgency tactics, and fake support workflows to harvest financial data.

#ransomNews #Phishing #ScamAlert

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

2 weeks ago

Avast Behavior Shield - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Behavior Shield - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #BehaviorShield #Security #Viruses #Antivirus #Protection #Safety #Tech #Cybersecurity #TeddyTips #Avast
youtube.com/shorts/R4h87...

CyberTaters

@potato.software

2 weeks ago

Avast Behavior Shield - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #BehaviorShield #Security #Viruses #Antivirus #Protection #Safety #Tech #Potatosecurity #TeddyTips #Avast
youtube.com/shorts/R4h87...

CySecurity News

@cysecuritynews.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

Windows Malware Distributed Through Pirated Games Infects Over 400,000 Systems   A Windows-focused malware operation spreading through pirated PC games has potentially compromised more than 400,000 devices worldwide, according to research released by Cyderes. The company identified the threat as “RenEngine loader” and reported that roughly 30,000 affected users are located in the United States alone. Investigators found the malicious code embedded inside cracked and repackaged versions of popular game franchises, including Far Cry, Need for Speed, FIFA, and Assassin’s Creed. The infected installers appear to function normally, allowing users to download and play the games. However, while the visible game content runs as expected, concealed code executes in parallel without the user’s awareness. Researchers traced part of the operation to a legitimate launcher built on Ren'Py, an engine commonly used for visual novel-style games. The attackers embedded harmful components within this launcher framework. When executed, the launcher decompresses archived game files as intended, but at the same time initiates the hidden malware routine. According to Cyderes, the campaign has been active since at least April of last year and remains ongoing. In October, the operators modified the malware to include an embedded telemetry URL. Each time the RenEngine loader runs, it connects to this address, allowing the attackers to log activity. Analysis of that telemetry endpoint enabled researchers to estimate overall infection levels, with the system recording between 4,000 and 10,000 visits per day. Telemetry data indicates that the largest concentration of victims is located in India, the United States, and Brazil. The US accounts for approximately 30,000 of the infected systems identified through this tracking mechanism. The loader’s primary function is to deliver additional malicious software onto compromised machines. In multiple cases, researchers observed it deploying a Windows-based information stealer known as ARC. This malware is designed to extract stored browser passwords, session cookies, cryptocurrency wallet information, autofill entries, clipboard data, and system configuration details. Cyderes also reported observing alternative payloads delivered through the same loader infrastructure, including Rhadamanthys stealer, Async RAT, and XWorm. These programs are capable of credential theft and, in some cases, remote system control, enabling attackers to monitor activity or manipulate infected devices. The investigation identified one distribution source, dodi-repacks[.]site, as hosting downloads containing the embedded malware. The domain has previously been associated with other malicious distribution activity. Detection remains limited at the initial infection stage. Public scan results from Google’s VirusTotal platform indicate that, aside from Avast, AVG, and Cynet, most antivirus engines currently do not flag the loader component as malicious. This detection gap increases the likelihood that users may remain unaware of compromise. Users who suspect infection are advised to run updated security scans immediately. If concerns persist, Windows System Restore may help revert the device to a prior clean state. In cases where compromise cannot be confidently removed, a full operating system reinstallation may be necessary. The findings reinforce a recurring cybersecurity risk: unauthorized software downloads frequently serve as a delivery channel for concealed malware capable of exposing personal data and granting attackers extended access to victim systems.

Windows Malware Distributed Through Pirated Games Infects Over 400,000 Systems #Avast #malware #PCGames

CyberTaters

@potato.software

3 weeks ago

Avast Ransomware Shield - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #RansomwareShield #Ransomware #Security #FamilyPhotos #Antivirus #Protection #Safety #Tech #Potatosecurity #Privacy #Avast youtube.com/shorts/A9aEA...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

Avast Ransomware Shield - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Ransomware Shield - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #RansomwareShield #Ransomware #Security #FamilyPhotos #Antivirus #Protection #Safety #Tech #Cybersecurity #Privacy #Avast youtube.com/shorts/A9aEA...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

3 weeks ago

Avast Scam Guardian - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Scam Guardian - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #ScamGuardian #Security #MobileSafety #Fraud #Antivirus #Protection #Safety #Tech #Cybersecurity #Privacy #Avast youtube.com/shorts/Zz8Ri...

Android

@android.activitypub.awakari.com.ap.brid.gy

1 month ago

#Security #Avast #One #Gold #Trend #Micro #Maximum #Security #Guide #ESET #Home

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Android

@android.activitypub.awakari.com.ap.brid.gy

1 month ago

#Antivirus #Norton #360 #Deluxe #Avast #One #Gold #Trend #Micro #Maximum #Security

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bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 month ago

Avast BreachGuard - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast BreachGuard - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

#bob3160 #BreachGuard #IdentityTheft #Privacy #Security #DataLeak #Passwords #DarkWeb #Antivirus #Safety #Cybersecurity #Avast youtube.com/shorts/zKUA7...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 month ago

Avast Cleanup - Explained by the Avast Bears! YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Avast Cleanup - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)
#bob3160 #Cleanup #Speed #Performance #Optimizing #Antivirus #Maintenance #Safety #Tech #Cybersecurity #Optimization #Avast youtube.com/shorts/SUXLw...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 month ago

Is Coffee Shop Wi-Fi Safe - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

Is Coffee Shop Wi-Fi Safe - (Explained by the Avast Bears!) Is Coffee Shop Wi-Fi Safe - (Explained by the Avast Bears!)

#bob3160 #VPN #WiFi #Security #Privacy #Encryption #Safety #Travel #Tech #Cybersecurity #Protection #Avast youtube.com/shorts/zMKiX...

bob3160

@bob3160.bsky.social

1 month ago

How to Fight Deepfake Scams (Explained by the Avast Bears!) YouTube video by Norbert “Bob” Gostischa

How to Fight Deepfake Scams (Explained by the Avast Bears!) #bob3160 #Deepfake #AI #Security #Scams #Antivirus #Protection #Safety #Tech #Cybersecurity #Verification #Avast youtube.com/shorts/zAXdp...

Thiard News@F4F

@newsen.bsky.social

1 month ago

Avast Unveils Global Expansion of Scam Guardian with Deepfake Guard Features Avast has launched its Scam Guardian and Deepfake Guard features globally, enhancing digital scam protection across mobile and PC platforms.

Avast Unveils Global Expansion of Scam Guardian with Deepfake Guard Features #USA #Tempe #Avast #Scam_Guardian #Deepfake_Guard

Cheer Chain Enterprise Co., Ltd.

@cheerchain.bsky.social

1 month ago

Avast 企業網路安全解決方案及各產品線授權(歡迎來信詢價)

#Avast 企業網路安全解決方案-從網路安全 領域的領導者之一獲得值得您信賴的線上保護。 #Avast #Business 提供專為小型企業設計的高品質 #端點 #安全 和 #防毒軟體 。

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