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2 weeks ago | malwarebytes.com | Ashley Stewart

Skip to content April 9, 2025 New Malwarebytes research reveals the majority of people are concerned about wrongful data access from nearly every corner of their lives SANTA CLARA, Calif.

2 weeks ago | malwarebytes.com | David Ruiz

Bad vibes are big news in privacy right now, with the public feeling isolated in securing their sensitive information from companies, governments, AI models, and scammers. That’s the latest from Malwarebytes research conducted this month, which revealed that the vast majority of people are concerned about wrongful data access from nearly every corner of their lives.

1 month ago | malwarebytes.com | David Ruiz

Internet security expert and educator Troy Hunt disclosed this week that he had been hit by one of the oldest—and most proven—scams in the online world: A phishing attack. Through an automated attack disguised as a notice from Hunt’s chosen newsletter provider Mailchimp, scammers stole roughly 16,000 records belonging to current and past subscribers of Hunt’s blog. As such, readers should be the lookout for any scams or phishing attempts in the coming weeks.

1 month ago | malwarebytes.com | David Ruiz

The genetic testing company 23andMe filed for bankruptcy on Sunday, announcing that, in searching for financial stability through its sale to a new owner, the business will continue operating as normal, including in how customer data is handled. “The company intends to continue operating its business in the ordinary course throughout the sale process,” 23andMe wrote in a news statement.

1 month ago | malwarebytes.com | David Ruiz

This year, Spring Break vacationers are packing more than their flip-flops, bucket hats, and sunglasses—they’re also packing a few cybersecurity anxieties for the trip.