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Avast anti-tracking system actually exposed users
AntiTrack software allowed web traffic to be intercepted, hijacked and even manipulated.
Avast shuts down Jumpshot after data-selling controversy
Avast has announced that it will wind down Jumpshot's operations after it was discovered the subsidiary was collecting and selling user data.
Avast and AVG extensions allowed back on Firefox store
Mozilla has allowed Avast and AVG's extensions back onto the Firefox store after changes were made to the amount of data they collect.
Mozilla drops top security tools over snooping fears
Four extensions from Avast and AVG have been removed from Firefox for collecting user data and browsing histories.
Windows 10 updates are being blocked by security tools
Problem affects users with older versions of Avast and AVG antivirus.
Insecure VPN profile allowed hackers to breach Avast antivirus network
The cybersecurity firm Avast was infiltrated by an intruder who used a temporary VPN to gain access to its network.
Android banking botnet targets thousands
The Geost botnet has already infected over 800,000 Android devices with a banking Trojan.
