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Windows 10 programs not working? This could be why

By Anthony Spadafora published

Avast and AVG have patched a bug in their security software that prevented Windows 10 programs from launching.

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Don't be fooled by these fake VPN apps - they could leave you penniless

By Mike Moore last updated

Avast warns iOS VPN apps could be fleeceware scam.

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This new malware locks you out of Windows 10 - but there's a simple fix

By Joel Khalili published

Hackers using pandemic fears to hook unwitting Windows users.

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Avast disables JavaScript engine in its antivirus following major bug

By Anthony Spadafora published

Avast acts to prevent attackers from exploiting recently discovered security flaw.

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Avast anti-tracking system actually exposed users

By Jitendra Soni published

AntiTrack software allowed web traffic to be intercepted, hijacked and even manipulated.

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Jumpshot

Avast shuts down Jumpshot after data-selling controversy

By Anthony Spadafora published

Avast has announced that it will wind down Jumpshot's operations after it was discovered the subsidiary was collecting and selling user data.

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Avast reportedly sold user web browsing data

By Jitendra Soni published

User data sold on to a number of partners.

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Firefox

Avast and AVG extensions allowed back on Firefox store

By Anthony Spadafora published

Mozilla has allowed Avast and AVG's extensions back onto the Firefox store after changes were made to the amount of data they collect.

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Firefox

Mozilla drops top security tools over snooping fears

By Anthony Spadafora published

Four extensions from Avast and AVG have been removed from Firefox for collecting user data and browsing histories.

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Windows 10 updates are being blocked by security tools

By Darren Allan published

Problem affects users with older versions of Avast and AVG antivirus.

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