Android users are constantly exposed to dangers online, even when they are only surfing the web on regular websites or installing apps from secure sources. This is because every so often, apps containing malware make it into Google’s Play Store, […]
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Cyberattacks: ransomware and infostealers hijacking a Windows automation tool
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Detecting malware such as ransomware and infostealers is the first step; however, the second step is fending off the attack. Particularly when attackers co-opt legitimate Windows tools such as Autolt to carry out their misdeeds. But what happens when a […]
AV-TEST: The best Antivirus Apps for Android (May 2026)
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Dear media partners, dear friends of the AV-TEST Institute, 12 mobile security apps for Android were reviewed by the AV-TEST Institute in May 2026. We focused on realistic test scenarios, covering the areas of Protection, Performance, Usability and Features for all apps and services. The attached […]
The best security solutions for Windows 11
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The best security solutions for Windows 11 Cyberattackers work around the clock to constantly develop new malicious software. The pace is even faster now with the advent of AI-driven systems. But the vendors of security solutions never rest either. They […]
Virus Protection on Windows 11 for Home & Business Users (March/April 2026)
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Dear media partners, dear friends of the AV-TEST Institute, please find attached the latest test report. As usual, you are free to use our comprehensive test in your publications. Therefore, we provide you with the detailed test results as an […]
June 1 is International Children’s Day!
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Many parents have to throw up their hands in capitulation when it comes to digital literacy and social media. They aren’t very tech savvy in many cases. More often than not, it’s the younger generation that knows the in’s and […]
Virus Protection on MacOS Tahoe for Home & Business Users
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Please find attached the latest test report. As usual, you are free to use our comprehensive test in your publications. Therefore, we provide you with the detailed test results as an XLS sheet and as graphics. In March 2026, the […]
AV-TEST: The best Antivirus Apps for Android (March 2026)
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Dear media partners, dear friends of the AV-TEST Institute, 11 mobile security apps for Android were reviewed by the AV-TEST Institute in March 2026. We focused on realistic test scenarios, covering the areas of Protection, Performance, Usability and Features for all apps and services. The […]
To World Password Day [7th May]: Improved security instead of constantly changing passwords
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Most data breaches occur when a database gets hacked and account data is stolen. This typically happens when vulnerabilities are exploited by attackers. As a consequence, billions of login credentials have been leaked online. So your option now is to […]
ATP test: Keeping data thieves and encryptors at bay
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Attackers are constantly developing new tools and tactics in order to launch attacks on Windows systems. The actual attack generally takes place through ransomware or an infostealer. In our latest Advanced Threat Protection test – or ATP test, for short […]